Hamilton in Chicago — Page 22

Saw the show for a third time Saturday through the lottery! I was in the second row and man is that stage high!! I honestly thought my box and balcony seats were much better than the seat I had this time around.
It had been over a year since I’ve seen the show and I hadn’t listened to the album, so I went in pretty fresh.
I thought it was great performance. Of the replacements, I thought Andrew Call was the best. He was truly exceptional and had the audience in the palm of his hands. Going in I was a bit nervous about Montego, but I honestly didn’t mind her. She wasn’t as good as Karen, though. Of the cast members who have been there since the beginning, I felt like Ari was the most stale. I also can’t stand her voice. It’s so nasally.
Overall the technical/dance aspects of the show are still pretty exceptional and anyone seeing it for the first time will enjoy it.

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Usually I don't do reviews, but just created this account to go gaga over Hamilton. I loved the show. Very fast-paced and the songs are just so interesting. Hamilton is shown as a character with lots of flaws which makes him even more appealing to the audience. The cast was just outstanding, as good as the New York cast IMOHO. My favorite songs were Wait for It and Take a Break. It's a long show, so be prepared. Worthy every penny though. The set moves very fast and the lightning almost is part of the story, very beautiful and entertaining. When Hamilton first came out, I was one of those people suspicious that it would do well. But the minute I saw the show I was sold. The nice thing is that the Chicago version is the same as the Broadway version, so you don't feel like you got cheated.

Updated On: 3/15/18 at 11:39 PM

Ari Afsar left the Chicago company today! Do we know who their new Eliza is?

anislander said: "My question though,do we think Ari is transferring to Broadway or one of the tours? She posted something on her Instagram that said "last week in Hamilton Chicago", and not just Hamilton."

https://instagram.com/p/Bgyv7HdhZYK/

I wondered the same thing! But she just posted something saying her “last bow as Eliza Hamilton.” So it doesn’t look likely now...

Just thought I’d mention here that both performances today have been canceled due to the extreme cold.

https://www.facebook.com/103785372376/posts/10155864085677377/

Right now it’s -20 in Chicago and even colder factoring in the wind chill. Good on Broadway in Chicago and the producers for making this call.

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Updated On: 1/30/19 at 08:58 AM

Ha interesting timing! After giving up my ticket to Hamilton Chicago two+ years ago (and this thread being dormant since about then) I’m FINALLY seeing the show here in Columbus on Saturday! (Aka three days away!)

dmwnc1959 said: "Was the Suite Service worth it for those who have had this “option” added?"

For me, definitely. I saw Hamilton in Chicago twice, once with Suite Service and once without.

Front row mezzanine is a great seat, probably as good or better than some that they sell as premium. I just considered $250 a reasonable price for it.

But in addition to that - the theater has a lot of seats, and not nearly enough rest rooms. And they don't extend the intermission or start late. Suite Service gives you bathrooms with no lines. Plus drinks before the show and champagne at intermission, and a place to put your coat rather than having to sit on it. Overall, it was a very nice experience, and definitely worth the price for me.

Oops, I tried to fix this but accidentally added another one.

Updated On: 1/30/19 at 03:48 PM

I believe both times I saw it in Chicago at the CIBC, I got my tickets via Ticketmaster. I don’t recall a Suite Service option. What is that?

Thank You! I’ll have to go back and take a look at it again. I do like the idea of a nice place to hang out prior to the show, since I always arrive way too early. :)



another sloe eyed vamp said: "For me, definitely. I saw Hamilton in Chicago twice, once with Suite Service and once without.

Front row mezzanine is a great seat, probably as good or better than some that they sell as premium. I just considered $250 areasonable price for it.

But in addition to that - the theater has a lot of seats, andnot nearly enough rest rooms. And they don't extend the intermission or start late.Suite Service gives you bathrooms with no lines. Plus drinks before the show and champagne at intermission, and a place to put your coat rather than having to sit on it. Overall, it was a very nice experience, and definitely worth the price for me."

Thanks Miles2Go2. I checked out their website and some pics on Google Maps and it all looks very good. I’d have a very busy schedule for my short time in Chicago and may not have time for a long sit down meal. Maybe for a quick bite pre-show if I don’t decide to make a meal of the hors d’oeuvres in the suite lounge. lol

You could at least attribute the guy.

https://twitter.com/aconneen/status/1090452022598483969

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Call_me_jorge said: "Has anyone seen Nikki Renée Daniels as Angelica lately? Gonna try my luck with the lottery this week in hopes to see her."

Nikki’s attendance is very good. Alysha has been calling out.

I’ve seen the Chicago cast three times and I agree that it is very strong. I see The Philip Tour here in Oklahoma City on August 14th!