
Chicago’s Original ‘Hamilton’ Returns for Rare Solo Show
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Miguel Cervantes joins us in conversation ahead of an Aug. 4 performance.
“Hamilton” played in Chicago for more than three years. During that time, actor Miguel Cervantes originated the title role in town. And he will play it once again when “Hamilton” finally reopens on Broadway next month. Cervantes joins us in conversation ahead of an Aug. 4 performance in Chicago.
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Chicago’s Original ‘Hamilton’ Returns for Rare Solo Show
Clip: 8/3/2021 | 6m 57sVideo has Closed Captions
“Hamilton” played in Chicago for more than three years. During that time, actor Miguel Cervantes originated the title role in town. And he will play it once again when “Hamilton” finally reopens on Broadway next month. Cervantes joins us in conversation ahead of an Aug. 4 performance in Chicago.
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