Hamilton: Civics and Character

3 Credits.

Disney’s filmed release turned the hit musical Hamilton into a streaming-era cultural phenomenon, but the show had already been on stage in multiple countries across four continents. This course will unpack the historically sourced lyrics of Hamilton to study the bedrock of American civics – separation of powers, states’ rights and the Bill of Rights. For problem-solvers and performers alike, this unique exploration of the show’s complex characters will highlight the civic participation of all in the forging of a new nation. Hamilton and this course offer a fun, encyclopedic dive into the rousing debate about the start of the American experiment. No acting experience necessary.