DUBAI: It’s official. One of the biggest musicals of modern times, “Hamilton,” is all set to be the next international production to come to Abu Dhabi, UAE.
On Tuesday, Proactiv Entertainment, the production company behind “The Lion King” musical tour in Abu Dhabi last November, confirmed that the musical will be staged at Etihad Arena from Jan. 17 - Feb. 4, 2024.
"Hamilton is coming to the Middle East for the first time! See Hamilton at @etihadarena.ae #inAbuDhabi from January 17 until February 4 2024. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the world by storm and created a revolutionary moment in theatre," read the Instagram caption.
Previously, on Sunday, Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena took to Instagram to announce that dates and ticket details will be revealed on May 9. “Don’t throw away your shot,” read the announcement, referring to the musical’s well-known track, “My Shot.”
The musical, by Lin Manuel-Miranda, is currently on an international tour that includes runs in Manila and Auckland, with “additional cities to be announced soon,” according to its website.
Miranda, who also played the titular role in the original Broadway premiere in 2015, announced the Philippines tour himself in March.
