Photo credit: Leslie Odom, Jr. in Hamilton on Broadway. (Photo by Joan Marcus)

Leslie Odom Jr. to rejoin 'Hamilton' Broadway cast

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

The actor won a Tony Award in 2016 for originating the role of Aaron Burr in Lin-Manuel Miranda's blockbuster musical at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.

Gillian RussoJune 6, 2025, 04:00

UPDATE: Leslie Odom, Jr. has extended his run in Hamilton on Broadway, performing from September 9 to November 26, 2025.

Wait for it! Leslie Odom, Jr. will return to the cast of Hamilton on Broadway, performing from September 9 to November 23 only. Hamilton tickets are now on sale through November 23.

Odom will reprise the role of Aaron Burr, which he originated in Lin-Manuel Miranda's blockbuster musical both on and off Broadway and won a Tony Award for his performance. He also appeared in the filmed capture of Hamilton for Disney+ and was last seen on Broadway in the fall 2023 play Purlie Victorious.

“Returning to Hamilton is a deeply meaningful homecoming,” Odom said in a statement. “I’m so grateful for the chance to step back into the room — especially during this anniversary moment — and to revisit this brilliant piece that forever changed my life and the lives of so many.”

Odom's return to Hamilton comes on the heels of the show's 10th anniversary at Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre, celebrated on August 6.

Winner of a Pulitzer Prize, a Grammy Award, and 11 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Hamilton uses rap and hip-hop music to tell the life story of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. He begins as a "young, scrappy, and hungry" teenager eager to join the American Revolution and goes on to shape the country's financial system, get embroiled in scandal, and fight an infamous duel with Aaron Burr.

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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. 15min intermission.

What's the age recommendation 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.

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.