If you recently watched Hamilton on Disney+ and are lost on what to watch or listen to next, we have got you covered with a few recommendations!
Did you love the music in Hamilton and have become obsessed with analysing the lyrics and musical genius that is Lin-Manuel Miranda? Well, first up are some other musical creations by this man!
In The Heights
In The Heights was Miranda’s first musical! He wrote the lyrics and music for this one and starred as the lead on Broadway. You may also recognise another voice on this cast recording, Christopher Jackson (George Washington) plays a major character. This musical is all about characters living in a largely Latinx neighbourhood, Washington Heights in New York City. There is also a movie coming out in 2021, which stars no other than heartthrob Anthony Ramos aka Philip Hamilton/Thomas Laurens.
Bring It On (The Musical)
This musical is based on the iconic 2000 film of the same name, but Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote songs for this one too! You will definitely hear his rap/hip hop style coming through in some of these songs!
Moana
Moana was a hit Disney movie back in 2016 and no other than Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote the music and songs for this one. He can also be heard singing along with Christopher Jackson in the movie!
21 Chump Street
This is a super fun short musical and you can watch the whole thing on YouTube. It’s written by Miranda and stars Anthony Ramos as the lead.
If you want some musicals that are similar to Hamilton, here are a few recommendations:
Newsies
Also available on Disney+, this is a filmed Broadway performance and showcases some beautiful singing and some jaw dropping dancing! Newsies is all about the 1899 newsboy strike in New York. So, like Hamilton, it is based on history and a filmed Broadway performance!
Les Miserables
Les Miserables is completely sung through just like Hamilton, while also being based on historical events. This musical is all about the July Revolution in France (after the French Revolution). It follows a large number of characters and how their lives all intertwine.
Six
Six is an epic musical showcase all about the six wives of Henry the 8th. This musical has combined pop music and made these women more modern. This is great for Hamilton fans as you will learn more about history with a modern twist.
Billy Elliot
If you want another live filmed musical then Billy Elliot: The Musical is great.Based on the film of the same name, it is all about Billy who wants to dance ballet, but his father would rather have him boxing. This story is set during the mine strikes in England, so you will also get a little bit of a history lesson. All the songs are written by Elton John so this musical is amazing!
Now, if you loved the cast of Hamilton, here are some albums from these insanely talented individuals:
Leslie Odom Jr. – Mr
This album has a very soul and jazz feel to it, but Leslie Odom Jr. sings beautifully and you will be listening to this on repeat.
Anthony Ramos – The Good and the Bad
Anthony Ramos has given us a beautiful autobiographical album, his songs range from cry in your car to dance around your living room.
Jasmine Cephas Jones – Bluebird
This album has a jazz-like undertone and Jasmine’s raspy beautiful voice shines through!
Daveed Diggs – Seven Nights in Chicago
Daveed has combined his fan of rap music and social activism to give us a great album.
