Returns to Broward Center Nov 10-22
By: Scott Holland
Producer Jeffrey Seller and The Bank of America Broadway in Fort Lauderdale Series presents, the show that has taken over Broadway the last 10 years, Hamilton from Tuesday, November 10 through Sunday, November 22.
HAMILTON returns to Fort Lauderdale with the unforgettable story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation that has been seen by more than 28 million people around the world. The epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education.
HAMILTON features book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards, it has won Grammy and Olivier Awards, and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
The HAMILTON Original Broadway Cast Recording is available everywhere nationwide.
It was a pleasure to sit down with Auston Henderson, who plays George Washington, for this exclusive Hotspots interview:
At what age did performing become an interest?
I started performing very young. My mom says I was singing when I was 3 years old, and in first grade I joined a choir.
When did you know performing would be your career?
It was innately in me. I knew from a very young age. I saw the movie Selena when I was a toddler and I looked at my mom and said that’s what I want to do.
If you weren’t performing, what would you be doing for a living?
I would run a restaurant or be a chef as I love the culinary arts. If not that, I would be an interior designer…. Whatever it was it would have to be something creative.
Is there extra pressure playing in such an iconic show?
At the beginning yes, but now I have confidence and I belong here. I worked very hard to get where I am at!
Other than this one, what has been your favorite role so far?
For a long time, it would have 100% been Angel in RENT, as that was a big moment for me. However, before playing George I was in the ensemble and understudied many parts and I really loved that.
What’s your fantasy role, a role you would die to play?
My dream role is The Leading Player in Pippin. The Fosse choreography combined with Steven Schwartz’s music, while playing the villain would be AMAZING!!
Describe yourself in 3 words?
Kind, fashionable and super-star.
What are some of your interests/hobbies/favorite pastimes?
I love to run and I am a singer/songwriter. I also love playing Nintendo Switch.
What does the future hold for you?
Continuing to perform, and I hope I can perform my music all around the world.
What should our readers expect from this touring company of Hamilton?
A lot of people have said we are just as good, if not better, than the original company, so it’s definitely worth coming out and seeing this tour. It’s an incredible company!!
To find out more about Jesse, follow him at: Instagram.com/Austonotsua
To purchase tickets for Hamilton (Hurry good tickets are going fast) go to BrowardCenter.org or by phone at 954.468.0222, or in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312.
For information on HAMILTON, visit: HamiltonMusical.com.
