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S2 EP 3: Thomas Kail, Director of Hamilton

We talk with Thomas Kail, the Tony Award-winning Director of Hamilton, about the theatrical sensation's origin story, its influence on the Internet, online ticket scalping—and more.    

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Prior to its off-Broadway opening at the Public Theater on January 20, 2015, the theatrical sensation Hamilton had already gained an online following in 2009 through a viral YouTube video of its opening number. Since then, Hamilton has continued to permeate pop culture and inspire a new generation of theatre enthusiasts.

Our host David-Michel Davies is joined by one of the brilliant minds behind the cultural phenomenon: Director of Hamilton Thomas Kail, to discuss the show’s origins, how online access to its material influenced the creative process, the team’s crusade against ticket bots—and more.

The support of the Internet community has certainly helped the show thrive.”
— Thomas Kail Director of Hamilton
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