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Hamilton and Me: An Actor's Journal (Hardback)
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Hamilton and Me: An Actor's Journal (Hardback)

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Hardback 224 Pages
Published: 01/07/2021
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In this captivating account of bringing the smash Broadway hit Hamilton to London’s West End, the award-winning musical actor Giles Terera provides a deeply enticing insider’s view into the unforgettable production, its music and its characters.

‘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-equalling 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 dozens of colour 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.

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Publisher: Nick Hern Books
ISBN: 9781848429994
Number of pages: 224
Weight: 425 g
Dimensions: 216 x 138 mm

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“A Must-Read for Hamilton and Theatre Fans”

This was such a wonderful reading experience! As a long time devotee of the theatre, and a huge fan of Hamilton I was so excited to get an insight into the production and the mindset and feelings of those involved in... More

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“A Thoughtful Insight for Hamilton and Theatre Fans”

Terera does a fantastic job of capturing the process of creating Hamilton for the West End stage. By recounting parts of his personal life and all he has learned of Burr, we get thoughtful insight into how he brought... More

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“In the room where it happened”

This is a great book for fans of musical theatre or just theatre in general. Giles Terera takes us behind the scenes of the West End production of Hamilton from rehearsals to the first night, told through the journals... More

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