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James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
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?
#26James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 1:42pm
thirtythirtyninety said: "wondering if this means Seth will stay in the role until he takes over in April?
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I hope not.
BroadwayMomma
Understudy Joined: 5/23/16
#27James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 5:38pm
I have tickets to see JMI in concert on 2/3/17 in Walnut Creek, CA. Do you think he'll sing anything from Hamilton?
#28James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 5:41pm
He may not be contractually allowed to -- but for your sake I hope he does!
#29James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 6:44pm
With the casting of JMI, it has me wondering who Lin has in mind for the London production. I wonder how Trevor likes it over there... https://youtu.be/thuCyj6syNQ
#30James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 9:19pm
I guess it's just me, but anyone else concerned that Hamilton is starting to use bigger name stars, at least relative to the casts when he started? First Wayne Brady and Taran Killam, now a Tony winner in Iglehart, who has a signature role and a Tony on his resume already?
"Hey little girls, look at all the men in shiny shirts and no wives!" - Jackie Hoffman, Xanadu, 19 Feb 2008
#31James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 9:28pm
everythingtaboo said: "I guess it's just me, but anyone else concerned that Hamilton is starting to use bigger name stars, at least relative to the casts when he started? First Wayne Brady and Taran Killam, now a Tony winner in Iglehart, who has a signature role and a Tony on his resume already?
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I wouldn't call James stunt casting in any way, but I think it's not Hamilton wanting celebrities, but celebrities wanting to be in Hamilton.
BroadwayMan5
Featured Actor Joined: 7/30/15
#32James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/17/17 at 10:14pm
I don't think I'll spring for another ticket to Hamilton but I would LOVE to see his "What'd I Miss?"... that will be quite a show.
Also, kudos to JMI for such a GREAT run in Aladdin. It's impressive how long that original cast has stayed together. He clearly loved what he was doing in that role and played it so well
VintageSnarker
Broadway Legend Joined: 1/30/15
#33James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 12:11am
everythingtaboo said: "I guess it's just me, but anyone else concerned that Hamilton is starting to use bigger name stars, at least relative to the casts when he started? First Wayne Brady and Taran Killam, now a Tony winner in Iglehart, who has a signature role and a Tony on his resume already?
I don't understand. What is there to be concerned about?
#34James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 12:47am
VintageSnarker said: "I don't understand. What is there to be concerned about?"
maybe they're implying celebrity = bad?
this casting seems out of left field but inspired to me. i hadn't realized he had been a part of the early Hamilton.
what with all this "stunt" casting going on can we get Cynthia in there?? (or maybe they're saving her for the London production)
Alexander Lamar
Broadway Star Joined: 2/16/16
#35James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 6:43am
Wayne Brady's star doesn't shine that brightly, and I have no idea who Taran is. Is JMI known outside of Broadway?
In any case, I'm not really sure that it matters since the show is sold out through the likely length of these folks' contracts.
TenuousBond
Chorus Member Joined: 1/5/17
#36James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 9:34am
LesWickedly said: "thirtythirtyninety said: "wondering if this means Seth will stay in the role until he takes over in April?
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I hope not.
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I've been hearing this sentiment before. Is he bad? I've also heard some mixed reviews on Brandon Victor Dixon.
Montie329
Swing Joined: 1/16/17
#37James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 1:04pm
Does anyone know when James last day in Aladdin will be?
Montie329
Swing Joined: 1/16/17
#38James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 1:09pm
Just saw an article saying that the current standby for Aladdin's Genie, Major Attaway, will take over the role beginning Tuesday, Feb. 21, so sounds like JMI might be there until Feb. 19.
#39James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 1:12pm
Here's a source if anyone wants it:
http://www.broadway.com/buzz/187313/major-attaway-is-aladdins-new-genie-james-monroe-iglehart-sets-date-for-final-performance-on-broadway/
#40James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 1:13pm
Brandon is a much different Burr, but I still really enjoyed him. He plays Burr much more vulnerable, and you sympathize with his Burr more than others.
MyLife
Broadway Star Joined: 12/2/06
#41James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 1:19pm
I also find he plays Burr with much more humor, especially in Act 1, which took me a bit to get used to but does work really well.
BroadwayConcierge
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/24/15
#42James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 1:21pm
Brandon is a much more human and relatable Burr, versus Leslie's somewhat cold, cunning, and brooding Burr. They're both sensational takes on a truly layered character. Both provide intense emotional payoffs by the end of the show.
neonlightsxo
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/29/08
#43James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 1:23pm
"Is JMI known outside of Broadway?"
No.
#44James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 1/18/17 at 1:41pm
I was really surprised learning of this casting, even though I read a while ago that JMI is part of Freestyle Love Supreme so I'd guess anyone in theater connected to Lin would open doors to Hamilton. I saw Aladdin twice because of him and although English is not my mother's first language, it didn't stop her from truly loving his performance. When you get the gags and ad libs, it just enhances his performance and charisma. I'd love to see him in this role, imagining him coming down the stairs in that purple suit for "What'd I Miss", or maybe he can pop up from the floor a la Genie style! Will need to break the bank again to see him.
Updated On: 1/18/17 at 01:41 PM
#45James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 3/19/17 at 7:30am
James is back in Aladdin for this weekend!
https://twitter.com/jamesmiglehart/status/843313966982090752
novanoto
Swing Joined: 3/19/17
#46James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 3/19/17 at 11:06am
Hi all, does anyone know how long (or can estimate) JMI will be in the role for? Thanks!
#47James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 3/19/17 at 12:14pm
novanoto said: "Hi all, does anyone know how long (or can estimate) JMI will be in the role for? Thanks! "
Which role?
novanoto
Swing Joined: 3/19/17
#48James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 3/20/17 at 11:22am
LizzieCurry said: "novanoto said: "Hi all, does anyone know how long (or can estimate) JMI will be in the role for? Thanks! "
Which role?
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Sorry, as Lafayette/Jefferson. Know his exact start date isn't even known yet, but was wondering if he'll be in it through the end of the year/new year. Thank you!
#49James Monroe Iglehart to join Broadway cast of HAMILTON
Posted: 3/20/17 at 12:05pm
Any word on what Andrew Chappelle's plans will be? He put on social media that he would be taking a haitus from the show for awhile and it sounds questionable whether he will come back. I did not get to see him when I saw the show, but his social media presence is delightful and hope he has something big planned.
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