James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
GreasedLightning
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/11/14
#1James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 9:43am
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
#2James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 9:46am
I think his Jefferson will be inspired - his Lafayette will be interesting.
#4James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 9:53am
I wish he was joining sooner as I will be going in March. This is very interesting casting!
TheGingerBreadMan
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/7/12
#5James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 9:57am
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.
neonlightsxo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
#6James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 9:58am
He's a skilled rapper. He's a member of Freestyle Love Supreme.
#7James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 10:00am
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
#8James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 10:01am
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.
#9James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 10:06am
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!
#10James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 10:12am
Wanna see his last show in Aladdin - does he play Sunday nights?
#11James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 10:23am
My August ticket just gets better and better... Anthony Lee Medina and now Iglehart...
#12James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 10:41am
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
#13James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 10:49am
From one hit right on to the next! I wish James as much luck needed!
#14James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 10:58am
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.
#15James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 11:07am
From one Tony-winning Supporting Actor to another! This is swell news...and it couldn't have happened to a cooler guy. Go James!
ebontoyan
Broadway Star Joined: 9/22/14
#16James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 11:08am
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!
#17James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 11:12am
ebontoyan said: "PS: Sorry don't know how to post a video!"
Just copy and paste the URL.
TenuousBond
Chorus Member Joined: 1/5/17
#18James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 11:41am
Is there a chance he will be there on April 7th? I really want to see him.
neonlightsxo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
#19James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 11:43am
It says mid April date TBD, so I guess there's a chance?
#20James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 11:44am
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?
Phantom4ever
Broadway Legend Joined: 9/17/07
#21James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 11:59am
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.
#22James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 12:09pm
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!
amaklo
Stand-by Joined: 5/2/15
#23James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 12:13pm
I'm finally seeing Hamilton for the first time at the end of April. This is very exciting news!
#24James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 1:22pm
Seeing the show in August and hoping to catch him. This is great casting.
thirtythirtyninety
Broadway Star Joined: 5/30/05
#25James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 1:39pm
wondering if this means Seth will stay in the role until he takes over in April?
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