Last night at the 2025 Tony Awards, the original cast of the famous musical Hamilton came together to celebrate its 10th anniversary with an amazing performance.
The group included popular actors like Lin-Manuel Miranda, Leslie Odom Jr., Renée Elise Goldsberry, and Daveed Diggs.
They performed a powerful mix of songs from the musical, earning loud applause from everyone at Radio City Music Hall.
The 12-minute performance featured well-known songs like “Alexander Hamilton”, “My Shot”, and “The Room Where It Happens”, along with new spoken parts that talked about the show’s impact and themes of hope, hard work, and leaving a legacy.
A touching moment in the show honoured friends lost since Hamilton first started in 2015, with Miranda dedicating the performance to those who helped make Hamilton what it is today.
The cast’s strong connection and energy moved many people in the audience to tears.
Fans on social media praised the reunion, calling it “a cultural reset” and “pure magic”. One user wrote, “Seeing the original Hamilton cast together is like watching history come alive—so emotional!” Theatre critics also shared their excitement, with Variety calling the performance “a masterclass in storytelling”, showing Hamilton’s importance in Broadway history.
The event also showed how the musical continues to inspire around the world, leading to many international productions and a filmed version released on Disney+ in 2020.
During the performance, Goldsberry sang “Satisfied” and Odom sang “Wait for It”, both of which were praised for their emotional power.
Director Thomas Kail, who introduced the performance, highlighted the show’s messages of hope and unity, which resonate strongly with audiences today.
This reunion reminded everyone how Hamilton changed the world of theatre by combining hip-hop, jazz, and R&B to tell the story of America’s Founding Fathers.
Since it began on Broadway, the musical has won 11 Tony Awards, a Grammy, and a Pulitzer Prize, making it a significant cultural event. The performance last night reminded fans everywhere why Hamilton continues to inspire us even after ten years.
