Original Cast of “Hamilton” Makes Headlines at 2025 Tony Awards

By: Singyi Lo

June 28, 2025

On Sunday, June 8, 2025, the original Broadway cast of Hamilton reunited for their 10th anniversary at the 78th Tony Awards, delivering a show-stopping medley of iconic songs. Their performances included Non-Stop, My Shot, The Schuyler Sisters, Guns and Ships, You’ll Be Back, Yorktown (The World Turned Upside Down), The Room Where It Happens, and History Has Its Eyes on You. The tribute was met with enthusiastic applause from audiences both in the theater and watching from home.

The performance opened with Lin-Manuel Miranda and Leslie Odom Jr. stepping into the spotlight to welcome the audience and set the stage for what was about to unfold. Returning to New York City for a final celebration, the cast came together to make a powerful statement. Each song brought back familiar faces, from The Schuyler Sisters (Renée Elise Goldsberry, Phillipa Soo, and Jasmine Cephas) to George Washington (Christopher Jackson), creating a moment of nostalgia and excitement.

Despite the dazzling and star-studded performance, there may be a deeper meaning behind it. The cast’s uniform black clothing could symbolize mourning for the current state of the country, while lighting choices and song selection add layers of significance. A standout moment occurs when King George III, played by Jonathan Groff, appears as the only performer dressed in bright red, possibly representing the American government and its continued authority over the people.

This performance carries weight during challenging times in the United States. A central message from the original Hamilton cast seems to resonate; unity is essential to overcoming hardship. Echoing the song title itself, history has its eyes on us as we navigate these moments together.