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"Stand. Breathe. Look. Try to empty my mind. Somehow, for some reason, I
have been brought to this place to tell this story, now. So tell it. That's
all."
When Lin-Manuel Miranda's groundbreaking musical Hamilton opened in
London's West End in December 2017, it was as huge a hit as it had been in its
original production off- and on Broadway. Lauded by critics and audiences
alike, the show would go on to win a record-equaling seven Olivier Awards--including
Best Actor in a Musical for Giles Terera, for his portrayal of Aaron Burr.
For Terera, though, his journey as Burr had begun more than a year earlier,
with his first audition in New York, and continuing through extensive research
and preparation, intense rehearsals, previews and finally opening night itself.
Throughout this time he kept a journal, recording his experiences of the
production and his process of creating his award-winning performance. This
book, Hamilton and Me, is that journal.
It offers an honest, intimate, and thrilling look at everything involved in
opening a once-in-a-generation production--the triumphs, breakthroughs and
doubts, the camaraderie of the rehearsal room and the moments of quiet
backstage contemplation--as well as a fascinating, in-depth exploration of
now-iconic songs and moments from the musical, as seen from the inside. It is
also deeply personal, as Terera reflects on experiences from his own life that
he drew on to help shape his acclaimed portrayal.
Illustrated with photographs, many of which are shared here
for the first time, and featuring an exclusive Foreword by Lin-Manuel Miranda,
this book is an essential read for all fans of Hamilton--offering
fresh, first-hand insights into the music and characters they love and know so
well--as well as for aspiring and current performers, students, and anyone who
wants to discover what it really felt like to be in the room where it
happened.