I am, as the kids these days are saying, "shook" by this.
This is so strange to me. Thoughts?
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Breaking-News-Tony-Winner-James-Monroe-Iglehart-Will-Join-HAMILTON-on-Broadway-20170117
I think his Jefferson will be inspired - his Lafayette will be interesting.
I wish he was joining sooner as I will be going in March. This is very interesting casting!
This is an unexpected choice, yet I am very interested to see how he does. I think he could be very good. I've never heard him rap, so I'm eager to see how he handles the insanely fast tempo of Guns and Ships, especially with a thick French accent.
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
He's a skilled rapper. He's a member of Freestyle Love Supreme.
neonlightsxo said: "He's a skilled rapper. He's a member of Freestyle Love Supreme.
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Yup. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVBx59lIXbA
I saw James in Bat Boy and Spelling Bee back when he was working primarily in the Bay Area. He is going to be HILARIOUS. I never would've thought of this, but holy crap.
It's casting like this that really gets me excited! Iglehart is uber-talented he's going to be fabulous!
Now I have to go do some more damage to my credit card and get some tickets!
Wanna see his last show in Aladdin - does he play Sunday nights?
My August ticket just gets better and better... Anthony Lee Medina and now Iglehart...
Wow, this will be interesting. I am sure he was probably sick by now of Genie. BTW, one of the nicest men I have ever met in the theatre
From one hit right on to the next! I wish James as much luck needed!
WOW! I misread it at first and thought he was taking over for George Washington and thought... yeah I can see that. But then re-read and saw its Lafayette/Jefferson role... inspired!! I'm seeing it again in May and now really glad to be doing so.
From one Tony-winning Supporting Actor to another! This is swell news...and it couldn't have happened to a cooler guy. Go James!
Broadway Star Joined: 9/22/14
Wow last week I just saw a video of Lin and James performing My Shot in its early incarnations! It seem like James was part of early Hamilton. So excited with this casting, I need to watch again this year!!!
PS: Sorry don't know how to post a video!
ebontoyan said: "PS: Sorry don't know how to post a video!"
Just copy and paste the URL.
Chorus Member Joined: 1/5/17
Is there a chance he will be there on April 7th? I really want to see him.
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
It says mid April date TBD, so I guess there's a chance?
Anshel2 said: "Wanna see his last show in Aladdin - does he play Sunday nights?
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He plays all performances -- but even so, do you really think he would sit out his last show?
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/17/07
I think he will make an excellent TJ/Lafayette and I look forward to seeing someone with comedic timing and wit back in the role.
His "What'd I miss?" Is just gonna be so much fun. Finally saw the show this past weekend, and man I just wish he was in it!
Stand-by Joined: 5/2/15
I'm finally seeing Hamilton for the first time at the end of April. This is very exciting news!
Seeing the show in August and hoping to catch him. This is great casting.
wondering if this means Seth will stay in the role until he takes over in April?
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