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A Pulitzer Prize, Grammy, Emmy, Tony Award-winning composer, lyricist, and actor, Lin-Manuel is the creator and original star of Broadway’s Hamilton and In the Heights, and the recipient of the 2015 MacArthur Foundation Award and 2018 Kennedy Center Honors. He has been an active supporter of relief efforts in Puerto Rico post-Hurricane Maria. He lives with his family in NYC.


Theatre credits: In The Heights (2008); West Side Story – Broadway Revival (2009); Working (2012); Bring it On The Musical (2012); Merrily We Roll Along (2012); 21 Chump Street (2014); Tick, Tick… BOOM! (2014); Hamilton (2015); Camelot (2019); Freestyle Love Supreme (2019)
Television credits: The Sopranos (2007); Sesame Street (2009); House (2009); How I Met Your Mother (2009); The Electric Company (2010); Submissions Only (2010); Modern Family (2011); Smash (2013); Do Not Harm (2013); Freestyle Love Supreme (2014); Inside Amy Schumer (2016); Difficult People (2016); Saturday Night Live (2016); Drunk History (2016); Curb Your Enthusiasm (2017); DuckTales (2017); BoJack Horseman (2017); Bartlett Series (2018); Nina’s World (2018); Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2019); Fosse/Verdon (2019); His Dark Materials (2019)
Film Credits: Sex & The City (2008); The Polar Bears (2012); The Odd Life of Timothy Green (2012); 200 Cartas (2013); Moana (2016); Speech & Debate (2017); Mary Poppins Returns (2018); Siempre, Luis (2020); We Are Freestyle Love Supreme (2020); In The Heights (2021)
Music Credits: A Deeper Shade of Red/BTW Write Back (2007); In The Heights, Original Broadway Cast Recording (2008); West Side Story, 2009 Broadway Revival, Spanish Translations (2009); Merrily We Roll Along, New York Cast Recording (2012); Bring It On The Musical, Original Broadway Cast Recording (2012); 21 Chump Street, The Musical (2014); Hamilton, Original Broadway Cast Recording (2015); Love Make The World Go Round – Benefit Single with Jennifer Lopez (2016); Moana, Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2016); The Hamilton Mixtape (2016); The Hamilton Instrumentals (2017); Almost Like Praying – Relief Single for Puerto Rico (2017); Hamildrops (2017); Mary Poppins Returns, Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (2018)
Book Credits: Hamilton: The Revolution (2016); Gmorning, Gnight!: Little Pep Talks for Me & You (2018)
Audiobook Credits: The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao (2009); Aristotle and Dante Discover the Mysteries of the Universe (2013); Gmorning, Gnight!: Little Pep Talks for Me & You (2018).

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Lin-Manuel Miranda STAGE CREDITS

[Motion Picture]
2020 Motion Picture, 2020
Piragüero

[US Tour]
Third National Tour, 2019
Alexander Hamilton

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Alexander Hamilton

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2015
Alexander Hamilton

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Production, 2014
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2012
Charley Kringas

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2008
Usnavi

Usnavi [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2007
Usnavi

Usnavi

Lin-Manuel Miranda Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Additional Songs
 
[Off-Broadway, 2019]
Producer
 
[West End, 2017]
Additional Contributions
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
Book, Music, Lyrics, Arrangements
 
[Broadway, 2009]
Adaptation

Writing

Additional Lyrics
Composer
Lyricist
Book, Music, Lyrics
Composer
Conceiver
Lyricist

Lin-Manuel Miranda Movies

The Odd Life of Timothy Green
[ 2012 ] Reggie
Looking for Maria Sanchez
[ 2013 ] Raul
Moana
[ 2016 ] original songs by
Speech & Debate
[ 2017 ] Genie
Mary Poppins Returns
[ 2018 ] Jack
Hamilton
[ 2020 ] Alexander Hamilton
In the Heights
[ 2021 ] Piragüero
Vivo
[ 2021 ] Vivo
tick, tick... BOOM!
[ 2021 ] director
Encanto
[ 2021 ] original songs by
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story
[ 2022 ] Doctor
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
[ 2022 ] producer
The Little Mermaid
[ 2023 ] producer

Lin-Manuel Miranda TV Shows

BoJack Horseman
Crackerjack Sugarman
DuckTales
Fenton Crackshell-Cabrera, Gizmoduck, Sheriff Marshall Cabrera
His Dark Materials
Lee Scoresby
House
Juan 'Alvie' Alvarez

Lin-Manuel Miranda Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding New Score

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Olivier Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Achievement In Music

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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2016 - Best Book of a Musical

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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2016 - Best Score

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Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award

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The Pulitzer Prize - 2016 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

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Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Book of a Musical

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Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

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Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

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Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

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Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

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Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Lyrics

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Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Music

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Drama League Awards - 2015 - Distinguished Performance Award

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The Lortels - 2015 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical

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Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Lyrics

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Obie Awards - 2007 - Music and lyrics

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Richard Rodgers Award - 2007 - Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award

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Theatre World Awards - 2007 - Performance

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Lin-Manuel Miranda Videos

Lin-Manuel Miranda News


Listen: GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL! Cast Album is Now Available Digitally


The Original Broadway Cast Album of Gutenberg! The Musical! featuring GRAMMY® Award winners and Tony Award® nominees Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells has been released digitally on Friday, May 3. Listen to the album here!

O'Neill Theater Center Chairman Tom Viertel to Step Down


Tom Viertel, who has been a member of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center board for nearly three decades and its Chairman since 2000, will step down from his role at the end of the O'Neill's 2024 season in August. Learn more.

Find Out Who's Receiving 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre and Special Tony Awards


The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that the honorees for the 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre, as well as Special Tony Awards.

FROM THE BACK OF THE HOUSE Memoir Of A Broadway Theatre Manager, To Be Published In June


Dan Landon was a Broadway theatre manager for nearly 40 years, working on more than 9000 performances of 50 shows. He has written his memoir, From the Back of the House, which will be published by Ibis Books on June 13, 2024.

FUNNY GIRL, & JULIET, and More Set For Overture Center's 20th Anniversary Season Lineup


Overture Center has revealed its 20th Anniversary 2024/25 season. Broadway at Overture welcomes back audience-favorite “Wicked,” also celebrating its 20th anniversary year, and includes the Wisconsin premieres of “& Juliet,” “Shucked” and “The Neil Diamond Musical: A Beautiful Noise.”

Subscriptions on Sale For Smith Center Broadway Season


The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, will offer a limited number of subscriptions to its latest lineup of Broadway productions – the 2024-2025 season of its popular and acclaimed Toyota Broadway Las Vegas Series.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 30, 2024


Happy Tony Award nominations day, BroadwayWorld! It is April 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 

Student Blog: The Dreaded Timeline


Are you experiencing performer burnout, or are you overwhelmed by expectations? As performers, we’re haunted by the dreaded timeline. Who created it? Why do we all believe it? What even is this timeline?

Video: First Look at MUFASA: THE LION KING, Featuring Music From Lin-Manuel Miranda


An all new film in Disney's The Lion King series is coming this December! 'Mufasa: The Lion King' will feature new songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda, who also serves as producer alongside Mark Mancina. Watch an all new trailer in the video here!

Broadway Buying Guide: April 29, 2024- New Shows Top the Week


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 29, 2024.

Taylor Louderman Expecting Second Child with Husband Brooks Toth


Taylor Louderman and husband Brooks Toth have announced via social media that they are expecting their second child.

HAM4HAM Lottery Announced for HAMILTON Dallas Engagement


Jeffrey Seller and Broadway Dallas as a part of the Germania Insurance Broadway Series announce a digital lottery for HAMILTON tickets will begin in conjunction with the show's first performance Wednesday, May 8, 2024 in Dallas at Winspear Opera House.

Shakespeare in the Vines and Fine Arts Network Theater Company Present 3rd Annual THE BARD GOES TO BROADWAY


Experience a spectacular night of classic Shakespeare scenes and Broadway Musical numbers at the 3rd Annual The Bard Goes to Broadway event.

Lucille Lortel Theatre Presents JAIME LOZANO & THE FAMILIA: SONGS BY AN IMMIGRANT UNPLUGGED In May


Experience a one-night-only concert at Lucille Lortel Theatre featuring JAIME LOZANO & THE FAMILIA: SONGS BY AN IMMIGRANT UNPLUGGED on May 30. Don't miss this unique musical event.

David Korins Exhibit to be Presented at The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures


The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures, in collaboration with KorinsStudio, will present the debut of an unparalleled exhibition, 'Stages of Imagination: The Iconic Broadway Designs of David Korins.'  Learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Jonathan Groff Talks MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on TODAY WITH HODA & JENNA


Jonathan Groff, who is currently playing the role of Franklin Shepard in the Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along, visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna on Monday. In the interview, Groff discussed some of the prominent people who have come to see the show, and how his approach to acting has changed over the years. Watch the video here!

Video: Watch Lorin Latarro's Sensational Choreography in THE WHO'S TOMMY


Oh, how Tommy moves! In this video, check out an electrifying look at Lorin Latarro's choreography in the newly reimagined Broadway production of The Who’s TOMMY.

Regina Spektor Reveals Limited-Run of Summer Tour Dates


Regina Spektor, the acclaimed singer-songwriter, has announced a special series of performances set to grace stages this summer – An Evening with Regina Spektor. Produced by Live Nation, the eight city tour kicks off on July 24 at The Egg* in Albany, NY making stops across North America in Toronto, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Montclair, Boston, and Portland (Maine) before wrapping up in Stamford, CT at The Palace Stamford on August 3.

Kenita R. Miller, Julia Murney and More Will Take Part in WATCHER IN THE WOODS Reading


Producers announced an industry reading of the new musical in development WATCHER IN THE WOODS. Check out all of the details on who will star and who leads the creative team here.

Darnell Abraham Talks Challenges of Playing His Role in HAMILTON


Darnell Abraham, the American actor who brought George Washington to life in the global sensation “Hamilton,” recently shared his insights with BroadwayWorld. He delved into his profound connection with the role, the unique challenges it presents, and the distinctiveness of the current international tour of “Hamilton” that sets it apart for everyone involved.

Lin-Manuel Miranda FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lin-Manuel Miranda been in?

Lin-Manuel Miranda has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Lin-Manuel Miranda been in?

Lin-Manuel Miranda has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lin-Manuel Miranda been nominated for?

Lin-Manuel Miranda has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Some of his nominations include Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "New York, New York," Outstanding Achievement In Music at the Olivier Awards for "Hamilton," Best Book of a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Hamilton," and Best Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Hamilton." He has also been nominated for various awards for his work on "Hamilton," such as the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Tony Awards for Best Book of a Musical, Best Original Score, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical. Additionally, Miranda has received nominations for Outstanding Actor in a Musical, Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Lyrics, and Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for his work on "Hamilton." Other nominations include Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical at The Lortels for "Hamilton," Outstanding Lyrics for "Bring It On: The Musical," and Music and Lyrics at the Obie Awards for "In the Heights." Miranda has also been recognized with awards like the Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award at the Richard Rodgers Award and Performance at the Theatre World Awards for his work on "In the Heights."

What awards has Lin-Manuel Miranda won?

Lin-Manuel Miranda has won several awards, including Outstanding Achievement In Music at the Olivier Awards for "Hamilton," Best Book of a Musical and Best Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "Hamilton," Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Hamilton," The Pulitzer Prize for Drama for "Hamilton," Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score at the Tony Awards for "Hamilton," Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Lyrics, and Outstanding Music at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hamilton," Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical at The Lortels for "Hamilton," Music and lyrics at the Obie Awards for "In the Heights," Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award at the Richard Rodgers Award, and Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "In the Heights."

How many shows has Lin-Manuel Miranda written?

Lin-Manuel Miranda has written 4 shows including In the Heights (Composer), Bring It On: The Musical (Composer), Hamilton (Book, Music, Lyrics), New York, New York (Additional Lyrics).

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