Obama is going to the Saturday matinee of "Hamilton"... — Page 2

I was in the audue certainly with the Clintons, just last year. The show started a little late and intermission was a little longer, but no other differences.

Of course, I'm sure it's different with a sitting President, but they won't expect the audience.certainly to get there sooner than usual.

Just remember:

when bowing, men must bow at least to a 45 degree angle.

when curtseying, women must lower their shoulders below the shoulders of the person they are bowing to.

Does the President have a cellphone to turn off? I presume someone has to sit in the lobby with communication devices - and, only if necessary, come into the auditorium to get the President.

I'll most likely be there entering the lottery for the saturday matinee. It would be so cool to see the president!

I have an extra seat to this performance if anyone is interested in buying. Orchestra, Row E, seat 7. If Obama is in attendance you'll likely just be feet away from him!

Updated On: 7/16/15 at 05:22 PM

I'll be at the performance and I just got this email from the Nederlander...

"On Saturday, July 18th, guests attending the 2pm performance of Hamilton should plan to arrive at the Richard Rodgers Theatre by 1pm, as additional security measures will be in place for this performance.

Guests should expect to go through airport-like security to gain entry into the theatre and are asked to bring as few personal items as possible. All bags will be inspected and no sharp objects will be allowed in the theatre. Cameras and cell phones will be permitted.

Guests who are planning to pick up tickets for this performance at the Richard Rodgers Theatre Box Office (226 West 46th Street) should do so by 8pm on Friday, July 17 if possible."

Updated On: 7/16/15 at 06:52 PM

How frequently Roxy asks people to "imagine" some disruption or minor inconvenience in his posts. Imagine! Oh my stars! I never!

"I'll be at the performance and I just got this email from the Nederlander Org.

"On Saturday, July 18th, guests attending the 2pm performance of Hamilton should plan to arrive at the Richard Rodgers Theatre by 1pm, as additional security measures will be in place for this performance.
Guests should expect to go through airport-like security to gain entry into the theatre and are asked to bring as few personal items as possible. All bags will be inspected and no sharp objects will be allowed in the theatre. Cameras and cell phones will be permitted.
Guests who are planning to pick up tickets for this performance at the Richard Rodgers Theatre Box Office (226 West 46th Street) should do so by 8pm on Friday, July 17 if possible."
"

Sounds like Page Six got it right.

IT'S A TRAP!!! IT'S A TRAP!!!! Remember when buzz got out that Abe Lincoln was going to be at a performance of OUR AMERICAN COUSIN? Let's just tell all the terrorists that the leader of the free world will be a sitting target in Times Square for 3 hours during Hamilton.

seriously though if his security detail has been released accidentally, secret service more than likely will change up the date/time he goes. Unless this is some kind of calculated move...

I think... stay away from Times Square on Saturday...

I, too, am curious if the Post's announcement of Obama's plan to attend will result in a rescheduling — though mfaye9's message above, from the Nederlanders, seems to suggest not. My wife and I have tickets for this performance, and we can't wait to see the show itself. And hopefully, we'll also catch a glimpse of the great man.

I took a bus down from NYC to Bucks County, PA, to canvas for him in the '08 primaries (we lost PA to Hillary), and my future wife and I went door-to-door for him in Northern Virginia during the general campaign that same year (and he took VA from McCain).

We traveled to DC for both of his inaugurations. At the first one, we were so far back on the National Mall that we could really only see the proceedings on the large screens that had been set up. It was an incredible feeling to be present at that moment, though. Seeing the reactions in the crowd around us is something I'll always cherish.

At his second inauguration, we were just close enough to barely see him in person as he gave his address, though he looked tiny through binoculars and was essentially just a blip to the naked eye. Again, didn't matter, because it was a great feeling just to be there and to believe that most of his first-term accomplishments would now be difficult, if not impossible, for his adversaries to undo. And that has proved to be the case, so far, by the way.

From Orch, Row P, hopefully we'll be able to see him a bit better than at the inaugurations, applaud him (if given a chance), and note his reaction to the audience's affection for him.

Like others, I'm wondering whether Lin or Javier will perform. Having not seen this show at all, I'd be glad to see either... and then will probably try to see it again with the other actor in the spring (if I can afford it at that point!)

Wish us luck tomorrow. Barack or no-Barack, and Lin or no-Lin, I have a feeling that it will be a memorable afternoon. And who knows, it may also be a rare experience of sharing communal audienceship with a public figure I truly revere.

The barricades are already in place on 46th and along 8th. Just. Walked through there. There is a sign on one near the stage door that says "You are in pit 1"

As long as you don't have a show on 46th Street, and aren't driving, you should be fine.

"The barricades are already in place on 46th and along 8th. Just. Walked through there. There is a sign on one near the stage door that says "You are in pit 1""

What does that mean?