Jarrod Spector joins 'Hamilton' Broadway cast
The Tony Award-nominated actor will star as King George III, returning to Broadway for the first time since he starred as Sonny Bono in The Cher Show in 2019.
He'll be back! Jarrod Spector returns to Broadway in Hamilton, playing King George III. He begins performances tonight, September 12, at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.
Spector is a Tony Award nominee known for his performances as Barry Mann in Beautiful — The Carole King Musical, Sonny Bono in The Cher Show, and Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys, and Gavroche in Les Misérables.
He now joins a cast that also includes Miguel Cervantes as Alexander Hamilton, Jared Dixon as Aaron Burr, Stephanie Jae Park as Eliza Hamilton, Jennie Harney-Fleming as Angelica Schuyler, Bryson Bruce as Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson, Tamar Greene as George Washington, Rubén J. Carbajal as John Laurens/Phillip Hamilton, Ebrin R. Stanley as James Madison/Hercules Mulligan, and Yana Perrault as Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds.
Hamilton tells the story of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton with a rap and hip-hop score. The groundbreaking musical won the Pulitzer Prize and 11 Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
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Photo credit: Jarrod Spector. (Photo by Jenny Anderson)
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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