[AnotherUnixGeek]

I wonder if it’s also revered, because they insisted on members of minority groups to be the actors, even though the historic figures portrayed were all white? So that makes it “edgy” or something?????

I don't know, since I haven't seen it - I want to see "Hamilton", however, to see what the fuss is all about. If the multi-ethnic casting can generate interest in the Founding Fathers and their intentions for our nation by people who wouldn't otherwise care, I think that's a good thing.

[Theo]

I appreciate your restrained and balanced perspective. Lots of uninformed opinions on this thread; you’re isn’t one of them.

FWIW, I saw Hamilton in Chicago with my 11-year-old daughter (8th row center), and my daughter also saw it in NYC. We’re an arts-loving family (my daughter is in an 8-month national Broadway show right now), and we’re also social/fiscal conservative Christians. I’ve listened to the music straight through dozens of times. It really is an amazing work of art, in so many ways, and those who dismiss it are missing out on something profound ...