Studio 2 Extra: Hamilton hits the Philly stage
Hamilton is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fight to shape the course of a nation. It's back on stage at the Academy of Music.
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Hamilton runs October 29 - November 23, 2024 at the Academy of Music (c) Joan Marcus 2024
Hamilton is back in Philly! The critically acclaimed musical follows the rise and fall of one of our nation’s Founding Fathers, blending hip-hop, jazz and classic show tune style. It was an instant phenomenon, and the latest production opens at the Academy of Music this week. Studio 2 co-host Cherri Gregg sat down with stars Tyler Fauntleroy and Lauren Mariasoosay.
Hamilton runs through Nov. 23 at the Academy of Music, Center City; ensembleartsphilly.org.
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