Hamilton
From Tamworth to Washington: How Black Elvis’ grandson conquered the stage
The Tony, Grammy, Olivier and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Hamilton returns to Sydney later this month, with refreshed cast.
- by Helen Pitt
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Five Minutes with Fitz
Michael Cassel didn’t throw away his shot, even after Ray Martin knocked him back
The theatrical impresario who brought Hamilton to Australia cut his showbiz teeth early. Very early.
- by Peter FitzSimons
Epic tale of destruction and family ties: Our latest show to take on the world
Just weeks after The Picture of Dorian Gray made a West End splash, this local stage hit is heading to the US.
- by Linda Morris
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Performing arts
‘A dream come true’: New Eliza ready to Burn in Hamilton’s Australian return
Some fresh faces will join the cast of the massively popular show when it makes its return to the stage later this year.
- by Helen Pitt
His music has changed the world but who is the man behind Wicked?
As the cast prepares for the Melbourne run, composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz wishes his record-breaking show was not quite so timely.
- by Kerrie O'Brien
‘We’re coming back’: Hamilton returns to Australia
“You’ll be back!” King George famously bellows in the popular musical. Turns out he was right.
- by Garry Maddox
Michael Cassel on cloud nine moments ... and the post-opening blues
In this episode of Good Weekend Talks, the Australian musicals producer discusses his next great leap forward.
Turntable horror stories and Bluey goals: Lin-Manuel Miranda visits Australia
The celebrated American singer, songwriter, filmmaker, and actor is visiting Australia and has paid tribute to the Australian animated children’s series.
- by Garry Maddox
The best things to see and do in Melbourne in January
Check out all the best festivals, gigs, shows and special events in Melbourne this month.
- by Lachlan Abbott
Change is coming for Hamilton, and performer Callan Purcell, in Brisbane
“I live in both the white man’s world and the blackfella’s world.” The Wiradjuri man will take over the role of Aaron Burr when the musical Hamilton opens in Brisbane - and knows change can be a force for good.
- by Cloe Read
Ich bin Alexander: Can Hamilton speak German? Jawohl!
Hamilton, the musical, is a mouthful, even in English. So imagine the challenge of adapting the story of America’s first treasury secretary for a German-speaking audience.
- by Michael Paulson