‘Hamilton’ picks up 12 Emmy nominations, as well as nods for Broadway stars Cynthia Erivo and Uzo Aduba
The 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards will take place on September 19.
The full list of nominations for this year's Emmy Awards were announced on July 13. The film adaptation of Hamilton, recorded at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, picked up 12 nominations, with David Byrne's American Utopia getting six nods. The 2021 Emmy Awards will take place on September 19.
Many of the original Hamilton cast have picked up individual Emmy nominations for their performances. Lin-Manuel Miranda and Leslie Odom Jr. are both nominated in the Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie category. Daveed Diggs, Anthony Ramos and Jonathan Groff are all in the Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie category, with Renée Elise Goldberry and Phillipa Soo in the Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie category.
In total, Hamilton has 12 Emmy nominations, rounded off by Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded); Picture Editing for Variety Programming; Sound Mixing for a Variety Series or Special; and Technical Direction, Camerawork, and Video Control for a Special.
Ahead of David Byrne's American Utopia reopening on Broadway at St. James Theatre, the musical show is nominated for six Emmys including Best Director for Spike Lee. Billy Porter receives their second Emmy nomination for Pose in the Lead Actor in a Drama Series. Pose's Mj Rodriguez makes history as the first transgender actress to be nominated in a lead category for playing Blanca Rodriguez.
Uzo Aduba is also nominated in the Lead Actress in a Drama Series category for her performance as Dr. Brooke Taylor in In Treatment. Aduba is returning to Broadway this fall in Clyde's, with Clyde's tickets on sale now.
Phylicia Rashad is nominated for her guest appearance in This Is Us. Rashad will lead the cast of Skeleton Crew, with performances at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre this winter.
Other Broadway stars nominated in the 2021 Emmy Awards include:
Cynthia Erivo - Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie - Genius: Aretha
John Lithgow - Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series - Perry Mason
Ann Dowd - Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series - The Handmaid's Tale
Kathryn Hahn - Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie - WandaVision
Bernadette Peters - Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series - Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist
Courtney B. Vance - Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series - Lovecraft County
Photo credit: Hamilton (Photo by Theo Wargo)
Frequently asked questions
What is Hamilton about?
A sensation that made Lin-Manuel Miranda a household name, Hamilton made history with 11 Tony wins. A diverse cast and hip-hop music reimagine the story of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton for today. Sharp wordplay, an evocative story, and emotional performances make Hamilton revolutionary. Experience history anew and get Hamilton tickets.
Where is Hamilton playing?
Hamilton is playing at Richard Rodgers Theatre. The theatre is located at 226 W. 46th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.
How long is Hamilton?
The running time of Hamilton is 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 intermission.
What's the age requirement for Hamilton?
The recommended age for Hamilton is Ages 10+. Infants are not permitted in the theater..
How do you book tickets for Hamilton?
Book tickets for Hamilton on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote Hamilton?
Lin-Manuel Miranda is the sole writer of Hamilton. He based the musical loosely on Alexander Hamilton, a biography written by Ron Chernow. Miranda is also known for writing the score for the Tony-winning musical In the Heights and movies including Encanto and Moana.
Which songs are in Hamilton?
The best-known songs in Hamilton include "The Room Where It Happens," "Satisfied," "Wait For It," "Burn," and "Alexander Hamilton." There are 46 songs in total, and the musical is almost entirely sung-through. Learn about all the songs in Hamilton on Broadway.
Is Hamilton appropriate for kids?
Hamilton is recommended for ages 10 and older, as the show contains some strong language and themes of death, war, and adultery. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Who directed Hamilton?
Thomas Kail directed Hamilton. He won a 2016 Tony Award for his direction, and he's also known for directing Sweeney Todd and In the Heights.
How many Tony Awards did Hamilton win?
Hamilton won 11 Tony Awards out of 16 nominations in 2016. Its awards included Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical, Best Original Score, Best Direction of a Musical, and Best Choreography.
When did Hamilton open on Broadway?
Hamilton opened in July 2015 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. It is now the longest-running show to ever play at that venue.
Is Hamilton good?
Hamilton received near-universal critical praise, including from New York Theatre Guide. Our five-star review reads, "Hamilton is a magnificent tapestry where all the elements of theatre are called upon to be their very best... The end result is something much more than the story of one man. It is the story of how we each create our destiny and our mark on the world."
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