Lin-Manuel Miranda has expressed his aspiration to have the musical Hamilton presented in Spanish during its next Puerto Rican performance.
Hamilton, a global sensation, has seen its run in various locations worldwide. Notably, it had multiple shows in Puerto Rico, the most recent of which took place in June to support the Hispanic Federation and the Flamboyan Arts Fund. Miranda, the genius behind the musical, disclosed that he envisions the musical’s next Puerto Rican act to be in Spanish.
In a recent episode of the podcast “En PR”, Miranda shared that the translation of the musical into Spanish has already commenced.
Miranda remarked (originally in Spanish, translated here), “While we’re yet to finalize plans, the next Hamilton staging in Puerto Rico will be in Spanish. This translation process is lengthy but holds great significance to me.”
Hamilton’s Puerto Rican Journey:
Hamilton made its Puerto Rican debut in 2019, running from January 11 to January 27, featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda in the leading role.
Four years on, in June 2023, the “Angelica Tour” marked its return for a fortnight from June 13-25, staged at the Centro de Bellas Artes Luis A. Ferré in San Juan. A special performance to fundraise for the Hispanic Federation and the Flamboyan Arts Fund was held on June 16, 2023. The performance was graced by the original Broadway cast of Hamilton, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Christopher Jackson, Renee Elise Goldsberry, and Leslie Odom, Jr.
About HAMILTON:
HAMILTON is a modern retelling of America’s past, delivered by the voices of today. Its score, a melange of hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, magnificently conveys the life and times of founding father Alexander Hamilton, setting a new paradigm in theatre. This musical stands as a testament to its impact on contemporary culture, politics, and education.
Lin-Manuel Miranda is the mastermind behind the book, music, and lyrics of HAMILTON. Other notable contributors include director Thomas Kail, choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervisor Alex Lacamoire. The musical is a rendition of Ron Chernow’s highly regarded biography. HAMILTON boasts accolades like the Tony®, Grammy®, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and a special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.
The meteoric rise and global acclaim of HAMILTON are a testament to its universal appeal and groundbreaking fusion of historical narrative with contemporary sound. With the upcoming Spanish rendition, Lin-Manuel Miranda continues to bridge cultures and break barriers, ensuring that the powerful message of HAMILTON resonates even more deeply with diverse audiences. As Hamilton himself once said, “This is not a moment, it’s the movement.” And indeed, the movement continues to evolve, inspire, and resonate across borders and languages.
