Lin-Manuel Miranda’s groundbreaking musical Hamilton is as revolutionary as its subject, the poor kid from the Caribbean who fought the British, defended the Constitution, and helped to found the United States. Fusing hip-hop, pop, R&B, and the best traditions of theater, this once-in-a-generation show broadens the sound of Broadway, reveals the storytelling power of rap, and claims our country’s origins for a diverse new generation.
HAMILTON: THE REVOLUTION gives listeners an unprecedented insight into both revolutions, from the only two writers able to provide it. Miranda, along with Jeremy McCarter, a cultural critic and theater artist who was involved in the project from its earliest stages–“since before this was even a show,” according to Miranda–traces its development from an improbable perforÂmance at the White House to its landmark opening night on Broadway six years later. In addition, Emmy and Golden Globe winning actor Mariska Hargitay lends her voice to the audiobook and Miranda reads more than 200 funny, revealing footnotes for his award-winning libretto, the full text of which is included on the PDF with this audiobook.
Their account features photos (also included on the PDF) by the renowned Frank Ockenfels and veteran Broadway photographer, Joan Marcus; exclusive looks at notebooks and emails; interviews with Questlove, Stephen SondÂheim, leading political commentators, and more than 50 people involved with the production; and multiple appearances by PresiÂdent Obama himself. The audiobook does more than tell the surprising story of how a Broadway musical became a national phenomenon: It demonstrates that America has always been renewed by the brash upstarts and brilliant outsiders, the men and women who don’t throw away their shot.
“Mariska, in addition to being the #1 fan of the show, represents, to me, much of Hamilton is about–tough, smart, and New York. She’s an essential part of this city; it feels only right for her to narrate the story.” –Lin-Manuel Miranda
Stunning beyond all comprehension. As I clicked the button to preorder this book, my hopes were already exceedingly high. However, somehow, weeks later, as I hold it in my hand, trace my fingers along the beautifully designed pages and the smooth, smooth binding, I’m exceedingly shocked at how exquisite this book is. Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jeremy McCarter have absolutely outdone themselves. While I haven’t seen the musical yet, I have listened to the soundtrack thousands upon thousands of times at least, and I dream so fondly of…
A stunning creation, but I knew that before I even saw it… This book is a thing of beauty! I ordered it early and it – literally – just arrived at my front door. Giddy with excitement, I pulled back the packaging tab and inside was this glorious tome. The design is exquisite, the words flow as beautifully as the pictures from page to page: lyrics, insights and anecdotes galore – nothing has been overlooked. To be truthful, I came back to Amazon to order another as a gift, but there don’t seem to be any available. So glad I ordered early! Looking…
How lucky we are to be alive right now Let’s just accept it…when Lin-Manuel Miranda does something, he does it right, all the way, and maybe better than anyone else.Â