I always had an eye toward the stage for the story of Hamilton's life, but I began with the idea of a concept album, the way Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'Evita' and 'Jesus Christ Superstar' were albums before they were musicals.
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What's incredible about 'Hamilton,' and the reason you can't get a ticket, is because everyone's responding to it. Everyone is seeing a bit of themselves in it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the universal appeal of 'Hamilton' as it resonates with audiences on a personal level.
'Hamilton' is not just a musical; it's a mirror that reflects the diverse experiences and identities of its viewers. Lin-Manuel Miranda emphasizes how the show's ability to connect with people from various backgrounds makes it immensely popular and sought after.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about modern musicals, you might say, 'As Lin-Manuel Miranda points out, what's incredible about 'Hamilton' is how it resonates with everyone's personal experiences.'
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I think I'm always subconsciously trying to write the ideal school play. Lots of parts for everybody, great parts for women - don't forget, more girls try out than boys in the school play; everyone gets to be in the school play.
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Everything we know about Hamilton, we knew when he was alive, because he told us.
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In the best works of fiction, there's no mustache-twirling villain. I try to write shows where even the bad guy's got his reasons.
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