How is Hamilton similar to other musicals?

Some songs in Hamilton feature nods to other musicals or operas, while others reference hip-hop, R&B, and pop songs. But with so many allusions flying by at such a quick pace, it can be hard to catch them all. The musical references in Hamilton are diverse, as Miranda pays homage to everyone from Wagner to Beyoncé.

What is the Hamilton musical inspired by?

Hamilton: An American Musical is a sung-and-rapped-through musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda. It tells the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. Miranda said he was inspired to write the musical after reading the 2004 biography Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow.

What musicals does Hamilton reference?

Five times Hamilton references other stage musicals

• Referenced Musical: 1776. Referenced Song: “Sit Down, John”
• Referenced Musical: The Last Five Years. Referenced Song: “Nobody Needs to Know”
• Referenced Musical: Mamma Mia!
• Referenced Musical: The Pirates of Penzance.
• Referenced Musical: South Pacific.

Which rappers are Hamilton characters based on?

But “Hamilton” blazed a different trail. Set in New York City in the era of the American Revolution, the musical includes allusions to Big Apple rappers Jay-Z, the Notorious B.I.G. and Busta Rhymes while Alexander Hamilton, George Washington and Thomas Jefferson sort out a new country.

Who raps in Hamilton?

According to a 2015 report from FiveThirtyEight, Diggs raps at 6.3 words per second during the quickest verse of Hamilton Act 1 performance of “Guns and Ships.” For context, Eminem holds a Guinness World Record for rhyming the most words (1,560) in a hit single (“Rap God”).

What age is the musical Hamilton appropriate for?

Is Hamilton Appropriate for Kids Under 13? If your kids have listened to the soundtrack, then you know what to expect. I’d say Hamilton is ok for kids ages 12 and up.