Who Gives The Best Performance In Hamilton? 

why is lin manuel miranda the best one

I think I gotta go with Leslie. Wait For It is also my favourite song.

I think the woman that played his wife ended the story the best.

Rene Elise Goldsberry!

Yes. All.

Mario Tan yeah he definitely set a very high ceiling for the role he was personally my favorite in the show. Every time he’s on the stage I’m looking at him he just stands out. His voice is also just so amazing to go along with his stage presence

Christopher is a perfect Washington!

Yes! Dude was bad ass.

definitely agree. one last time was the best performance of the whole show

I totally agree!!! I love when he first pops out yelling "we are outgunned! Outmanned!" I get chills.....it's so powerful!

Agreed, I was super impressed with his performance!

he is my low key favorite for all of these reasons. He really does not even seem like the same person in those roles. Like he somehow makes me believe he really is sickly little James Madison. I also don't think he gets enough credit on his background vocals. Dude has some pipes.

Oak is *completely* underrated. He is....by far my favourite of the cast and his performance is so impressive.

Agreed! He so embodies James Madison!! Enjoyed watching him!

If I had to choose one lone favorite part of the show, it's his performance in Yorktown. I just cannot get over his entrance- I wait in anticipation and it gets me everytime.

Totally agree well done😊

Yes

Vocally - Jonathan Groff

Philipa soo

You didn't spell Reneè's name correctly.

True😂😂

You’re out of your god damn mind

Jonathan Groff is amazing I’m not saying he’s as good but he’s still amazing

Ari Kamlet I’m not criticizing him as a performer at all. It’s just a play on words because they said Daveed Diggs ‘spits fire,’ and Jonathan Groff spits a lot in his performance. So I did not use ‘spits,’ as a synonym for ‘sucks,’ but to say that Groff LITERALLY spits a lot.

I only said you’re out of your God damn mind because Hamilton says that the Thomas Jefferson

HAHAHAHAH DEADASS ME TOOOO 😂😂

I saw George Washington on Google Images and couldn’t recognize the ACTUAL George Washington.

"HELLLLLL YES!"

YESSSS I was looking for this comment. She is so underrated and it’s annoying.

My favorite song

GIRL!!!!! When she hits that E-flat, I swoon Every Time!!!!! 🎵🎶💖🎤

FAXXXX.

Exactly what's on my mind. Leslie is super great too as well as everyone but they just appeal/stand out to me

Absolutely agree. He was my favorite (though by a hair over everyone else, as they were all fantastic). He just brought a certain joie de vivre, a lightness, and a bit of sarcastic wit not just because of the lyrics, but in his whole demeanor. He was a ton of fun to watch.

6.5 words per second... 6.5 words p e r second...

I don’t know I’d say it was the *best* performance, but Daveed Diggs leaps off the screen. He was magnetic.

In anything really, I loved his character in snowpiercer.

@FresaMouse Right? I was wondering what propelled him up at the beginning of Guns and Ships. Apparently it's his legs.

@@kimsechrist4139 thought they were springs

@@relastle I don't know, they might have installed something later for people less athletically inclined, but his cast members literally made jokes about it. Oke got him a leg massager (which daveed actually really likes). So I think originally he was jumping from the floor.

My favorite also

Seeing his shocked reaction was honestly emotional. You could feel how distraught he was

I listened to the dear theodosia reprise (it was eventually cut from the production) and it was honestly so sad. It brought even more emotion to Burr, his wife had just died and he now does everything for his daughter, anyway I really recommend it

Just reading “Dear Theodosia” and thinking of the song gives me goosebumps

his vocals and acting in stay alive reprise are literally heartbreaking

Yes and he's so fine

YES!! So glad someone brought up Oak. That dual role switch is the best in the show. He also has a great combination of beautiful vocals and strong rapping. So underrated (because the whole cast is so amazing)

@@djidolable EXACTLY The OG cast of Hamilton is so special

"HERCULES MULLIGAN!" during Yorktown is my favorite single moment in the entire show. He (damn near literally) explodes out onto stage, delivers this Busta Rhymes-esque monologue and finishes it off with one of the most glorious and well-deserved F-Bombs in modern entertainment.

The emotion he brings makes you feel like he is telling his own story, not someone else's. The raw power of his vocals. The command he has of the scene...I mean, he's playing the role of the man who is considered the father of our country. And you feel it in every aspect of his performance. The agony of being charged with leading the revolution, and then building a nation from nothing. Heavy is the head that wears the crown...and you can feel that weight as you watch him bring Washington to life.

Have you seen the actor who played Washington in the John Adams HBO miniseries. I would say he came the closest to looking like him, and had what I think a lot of the mannerisms as well. But I agree Christopher Jackson as Washington was amazing. He did humanize him for me as well

100% agree with you. Christopher Jackson brought Washington to life in a deeper way than I've ever seen before. An amazing performance.

Maxfli82 The guy who plays Washington in the series “Turn” is also very good (especially since most Washington depictions, like David Morse in “John Adams” are older, president aged GW, while that series does a great job with a Revolutionary aged, mid-late 40s Washington).

What a fantastic way to describe his performance. I completely agree. He is definitely Washington in my mind.

Her name is Ariana DeBose. Have you seen this? ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-g-XwMQA26h8.html

Seriously! She carries much of the narrative in so many ways. She does everything from carry the bullet to get killed because she's a spy.

yes, i cant say shes the best but her performance is astounding.

She’s also the first one to die. Then is basically a spirit and bullet for the rest of the show.

yes!!! i agree

100%

Yes, agree with you re Okieriete

Agreed! Both are so fantastic in their respective roles...especially with Oke playing 2 vastly different characters.

They were both fantastic!

I think Oke is so underrated, of all the people that play two characters I think his are the most different, I almost don't believe I'm watching the same person in Act 1 and 2. And he nails them both.

I was about to say... y’all are sleeping on Lin

yeah I agree with the points people say about his singing but he literally IS alexander hamilton (the character obviously). You can feel the ambition exuding him

Agreed and I didn't think his voice was that bad. I loved his emotions.

Plus, he has SOOO much time on stage, so you can't expect every single note to be SPOT ON. (but, I gotta admit, Leslie Odom Jr. gets every note spot on even tho he's on just as much as lin) Also, because I'm obsessed with Lin Manuel Miranda, I saw an interview with him saying how he remembered how tired he was during those performances that were a little rough, after doing back to back performances and not getting enough sleep.

I have to say, why hasn't Pixar or Disney snatched her up? Maybe after this.

Also this.

I agree. When Sean asked the question, Phillipa Soo was the first to pop into my mind. Of course, then I started waffling (yeah, but Daveed...yeah, but Renee Elise...yeah, but...), but still, it was Phillipa whom I thought of first.

This was her Broadway debut!? I still think they're right about Leslie, Renée, and Daveed. But she's still a 10/10 to their 11/10.

@@cryofpaine She was in the off-Broadway cast of "Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812" where she played Natasha, and that's how LMM first found her. She went on to do Hamilton before Great Comet went on to Broadway later. The off-Broadway recording is on Spotify if you wanted to listen to her pre-Hamilton!

“Say No to This” is so sexy.

Anthony, Christopher Jackson, and Phillipa are the best imo

Renee!

That kiss though🔥🔥🔥🔥

She played Peggy, too

Period

Agreed. He was fantastic. Probably the best stage presence of the entire cast.

FOR REAL

Extremely!

LOL, he's the only one in most of his scenes, but I know what you meant. I loved him too.

To be fair, he's also virtually alone in every scene he's in. So... whose he stealing the scene from? Haha but that's more me picking on language than anything. I get your sentiment and I absolutely agree

@@User-np3fh oh wow. Death is my favorite recurring character

I have to say I Loved him! I watched his performance over and over. I watched a few multiple times but I couldn’t get enough of that King!

You’ll Be Back is my 3 year old daughter’s favorite song. We sing it together all the time. Not that she’s heard all the music because of some language but she’s heard everything that doesn’t have the E next to it on Spotify.

I am in total agreement about Renee. About 10 years ago I saw her at Super Soap Weekend at Disneyworld. She played Evangeline on One Life to Live. She sang on that show and sang at SSW. She has the voice of an angel. Love her and got to meet her. Beautiful.

For Philippa.... Hopeless...

I’m right with you exactly!

Alfred Tom love how you broke it down.

Tarotiste This is in no way relevant to Hamilton, but (IMPO) there never was and will never be even a close comparison bet Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. I’m positive that Fred could have tapped in high heels, backwards, etc. Indeed, throughout their movies (just talking abt Astaire/Rogers, not the entire array of Astaire films) they didn’t just tap dance as one would in a class or even just in a sweeping manner of a lovely dance. They tap danced while roller skating; they used the furniture and random props; they had fun and great chemistry. But there were always moments in their dances (not every single one, of course, but many) where Fred Astaire was basically dancing around her. His dance included moves that were different bc, let’s face it, he was a one in a trillion dancer. TBH, I also don’t think Gene Kelly was at Astaire’s level. He was not only so incredibly blessed w talent, but he started in films at an older age then most bc films didn’t exist before a certain point in time. And he STILL had the energy and talent of a man half his age. I’m not going to name every movie and dance he ever did bc I couldn’t do that off the top of my head, for one, and two, that would be exhaustive, but his dances - many either alone or with backup dancers but he’s clearly the leader - remain relevant today to anybody who even thinks about becoming a dancer. And his movies started close to a century ago. He dances w a broom; he dances w a cane; he dances on the ceiling; he sings and dances through a toy store using the instruments as props; he dances w like a battalion of men behind him; on and on and on. Holiday Inn is one of my favorite movies (Altho it’s not an Astaire/Rogers). Indeed it’s a Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire and two fine women whose names totally escape me bc they were nice and all but nothing compared to the two men. (This is not to say there weren’t female dancers who came much closer to Astaire’s level than Rogers; just that they weren’t in the films I’ve mentioned. Cyd Charisse, Rita Hayworth, et al. I was truly more interested in watching Astaire then specifically watching movies with dancers.) But I’m rambling. And this isn’t to say that I wasn’t blown away by Mikhail Baryshnikov or Gregory Hines or very recently, Sergei Polunin (most especially in that Take Me to Church video). But Baryshnikov & Sergei are really ballet dancers (best in the world - just not famous in particular for tap). And my only point is that Astaire is really in a category all his own. But it’s a personal opinion. You need not agree. And I’d rather talk abt my fav actor in Hamilton (it’s beyond ridiculous to try and rate the dif actors like this one is the best, then x,y, and z) But I’m going w Diggs, even tho his part wasn’t specifically designed for “best actor”. The guy above just asked. I’ll explain in my own comment, not in response to somebody else. And for the record, I was also blown away by Renee. (I realized I’m using that phrase bc I’ve heard it so many times listening to Hamilton.) I’m sure she’ll be a top choice! 😘🥰

I agree, TOTALLY!

Can't argue with The Tonys!

Agreed, those 3 were exceptional. 11/10 stars.

I’d like to add Chris Jackson to the list

chris jackson and anthony ramos too

𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 pippa 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵

I totally agree with everything you said went into it having no background or listening to the album and was completely in awe Best. Musical. Ever.

How does Lin being the worst singer make him more 'real'? It just means he's a bad singer.

That man is incredible

I think it's sad that anyone should be loved for hating someone, no matter who that someone is.

I normally love a big powerful singer who will belt it out. Phillipa's voice melts my heart ....just beautiful 💖

EXACTLY

I did watch it for the first time, and my family and I were lost the first several minutes. So, after seeing the whole show, we watched the first act again with subtitles, and it added so much to our understanding of what unfolded and appreciated the rap even more!

Lol. After I got to around 45 I started watching everything with subtitles. It's so convenient! Especially if family members talk to you- you don't miss what was said!

Agree 100% I did and still need to watch again.This story IS so in-depth.

I'm german and although I watch american or british tv-shows always in english i had to turn on the subtitles after a few minutes, and LOVED the show. Have watched single shows or acts again and noticed earlier today, that I didnt even put them on again because i didnt feel as heeeeeeeelpleeeess :D That made me smile.

Or be familiar with the album. We were Hamilton fans from the album in 2016. We could sing the entire thing but couldn't afford a ticket to the stage show. The movie is a dream come true!

Yes, when I watched it a second time, I really appreciated Chris Jackson even more. His introductory scene is just explosive. Definitely one of the more underrated performances.

I agree completely! His One Last Time just sends chills down my whole self, not just my spine.

I totally bought his George Washington. Great actor!

Yeah, Moana’s dad (singing voice only) is amazing.

When he said "John Adams" it reminded me of Stewie from Family Guy.

Jen S yes!!!!!! I thought the same thing!!!

hate to be that guy but that was in I Know Him, not You'll Be Back

I didn’t like the spitting, but I was told that Groff does that when he performs.

Got to agree with you about Chris Jackson...oh my days THAT VOICE!!!!!!!

It's funny that even the chorus/background dancers are getting profile roles. Ephraim Sykes played George Eaker (the guy who killed Phillip Hamilton)...and he's done 2 major shows since then (Choir Boy and Ain't Too Proud), plus took lead for the Michael Jackson musical. The level of talent from the entire cast is AMAZING!

I actually liked the way they filmed it, so I didn't really agree with that criticism either.

Totally agree. I mean Lin and Tommy have both said that they filmed it as a movie.

Ashley I think some people just complain to complain. This was so good that there weren’t really any substantive things to criticize so they had to come up with something to whine about. I don’t know why some people have to always try to find faults with everything, but they do.

I feel like the movie is the movie and the theater is the theater, y'know? On the movie we can see up close their expressions or stuff that we couldn't see from an angle Some scenes are more impactful in certain angles, like when Alexander was about to get shot, Eliza was standing in front of the gun and moved away, that was so powerful with the angle that her body covered the gun And some close ups are really necessary On the theater you can choose were you look, you can choose which performances you want to focus and you have that enormous energy coming from the audience One isn't made to replace another, both are different experiences, each have their pros and cons, you don't have to choose between the two you can watch both! And for the people who aren't able to see the live version and the people who couldn't get to see the original cast the movie is so necessary

Yeah, agree... I think sometimes “theater people” are a little too in love with themselves.

Yes!

They blew us all away

His acting was on point. Funnily enough I liked that his voice wasn't perfect, especially in the more emotional moments. When his voice breaks as he sings I really felt the pain he was trying to convey.

Agreed!!

@Ariel Hill when his voice breaks in "Its quiet uptown" when he says 'theres no replacing what we've lost' in the disney+ recording... Gets me everytime. That whole song his voice is wavering, sometimes breaking but it really drives home the pain theyre experiencing in losing a child. Absolute chills.

@Ariel Hill definitely. I feel like people are sometimes too focused on vocal accuracy and forget that sometimes the best performances dont hinge as much on the technical side of things but are in fact aided by imperfections. That song legit breaks me as a person but hey, im a sucker for a good cry session 😂

phillipa was nominated for best leading actress in a musical, and renee won for best supporting actress in a musical

K Phillips Soo?! Aside from Leslie, her acting and singing is the only in the show that bring me to actual tears.

@@Sigmundlove Don't argue with me. Go argue with your mother 😂😂😂😂

christopher jackson and pippa. fight me.

Nobody is wrong. It’s an opinion

Chris and Pippa are clearly honorable mentions Not better than Burr, Angelica or Lafayette

Same.

YES

They performed One Last Time at the White House when Obama was leaving. If you haven’t watched it you totally should. Imo he hits that last note better than in the disney + showing, which is almost impossible.

@@Potatoesop Yeah! I saw it and it was amazing!

Lol yes anyone openly hating trump I subconsciously becoming a fan of 😂

I wouldn't say best, but I also really enjoy his performance very much. In this particular creation - to me- he *is* the "ALEXANDER...* he may not have a voice like Renee's, but he can act, and rap and he ...wrote his way in. I think they hit on it as they were talking, Lin gave the best songs to other characters. He's even said so in interviews. He gave a wonderful performance, and he's shown himself to be gracious and giving to other performers.

Great Actor but singing makes it more story .he gives it balance

the Disney dude I ultimately came down on Diggs (for reasons i drone on about in a comment I could publish as a book) but I specifically discussed how amazing I thought Lin-Manuel was in his role and the fact that he wasn’t the best singer in this overly talented group of actors did not take away from his acting into which I was immersed for the entire musical. Meaning that while the play was long, I never stopped watching during each act but played it straight thru, and was thus thrown into similar emotions as the characters: excitement, trepidation, Joy, fear, laughter, questioning from within, unrequited love, all consuming love, madness, utter and complete loss, acceptance (there are too many for me to name, tho I tried!) Eliza’s pure joy and happiness at finding a man she adores and actually having him reciprocate that love can be measured against the horror of the moment a bullet is shot early, taking the life of Hamilton’s first child and perhaps wiping away that feeling of constantly moving moving moving forward bc that brings both himself and Eliza to a screeching halt. The birth of Hamilton’s and Burr’s first children brought tears to my eyes, but I sob uncontrollably every time I watch Its Quiet Uptown and that feeling remains, even after Hamilton’s disbelief at receiving forgiveness from his wife. That moment , that song is so exquisitely moving and Lin immerses himself into that part so well... Indeed, I also become caught up in his soliloquy between the moment Burr shoots and the moment he decides he will indeed throw away his shot. I think Lin plays his part so well that ppl underrate the performance bc they don’t recognize how remarkable his acting is thru every gesture and look throughout the musical. I believe Samantha said that Leslie Odom BECOMES Burr but I am even more convinced that Lin is, in fact ALEXANDER thru and thru. His energy thruout the show is enervating (to me, at least) but he maintains that speed until the fatal moment of his sons duel, and I was indeed more than impressed with his performance! I think you have great discernment.

His singing voice let’s him down, it became distracting for me

The casting is amazing, performers were put into roles and given songs that made them shine. Lin may have given away some of the best songs to others, but he lived and breathed Hamilton for many years. I don't think another actor could have Alexander. Lin was amazing in his connection to the the real person and really put himself into the role in such a way that we saw Hamilton the man warts and all. His beauty was bring to light the real man, no Lin might not have been the strongest singer but he was brilliant .

Yesss!!!!

hottiehanzo27 I saw someone mention this and I agree that they’re a whole other level but really, they’re 11s to the others’ 10s with maybe a 9 for Lin himself.

I agree, the album is a little too sterile for me