Episodes
| Episode | Title | First Broadcast | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | We Have An Offer | 20210809 | Giles Terera reads from his insider's account of his time in Hamilton, one of the most groundbreaking musicals of our time. After being offered the role of Aaron Burr, Giles Terera kept a journal of his time preparing for, rehearsing and performing in the London production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's iconic musical, Hamilton. Here he gives a thrilling behind-the-scenes look at everything involved in opening a once-in-a-generation production - from the triumphs to the breakthroughs, the doubts to the camaraderie, and the final electrifying performances. Today: after an offer to play his dream role, Terera starts realise the enormity of what he's taken on... Reader: Giles Terera is an Olivier Award-winning actor, musician and film-maker, best known for his role in Hamilton. Photograph by Matthew Murphy © George III Productions Limited. Abridger of Hamilton and Me: An Actor's Journal: Richard Hamilton Producer: Justine Willett Actor Giles Terera's insider's account of his time in the groundbreaking musical Hamilton. Actor Giles Terera's inside account of his time with the groundbreaking musical Hamilton. |
| 02 | Going Into Battle | 20210810 | Giles Terera reads from his insider's account of his time in Hamilton, one of the most groundbreaking musicals of our time. After being offered the role of Aaron Burr, Giles Terera kept a journal of his time preparing for, rehearsing and performing in the London production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's iconic musical, Hamilton. Here he gives a thrilling behind-the-scenes look at everything involved in opening a once-in-a-generation production - from the triumphs to the breakthroughs, the doubts to the camaraderie, and the final electrifying performances. Today: after ten months of waiting, the first day of the rehearsals is finally here, but Terera is cannot hide his fear... Reader: Giles Terera is an Olivier Award-winning actor, musician and film-maker, best known for his role in Hamilton. Abridger: Richard Hamilton Producer: Justine Willett Actor Giles Terera's inside account of his time with the groundbreaking musical Hamilton. |
| 03 | This Story Is Ours | 20210811 | Giles Terera reads from his insider's account of his time in the groundbreaking musical, Hamilton. After being offered the role of Aaron Burr, Giles Terera kept a journal of his time preparing for, rehearsing and performing in the London production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's iconic musical, Hamilton. Here he gives a thrilling behind-the-scenes look at everything involved in opening a once-in-a-generation production. Today: as rehearsals continue, Terera feels the hand of history on his shoulder... Reader: Giles Terera is an Olivier Award-winning actor, musician and film-maker, best known for his role in Hamilton. Photograph by Matthew Murphy © George III Productions Limited. Abridger of Hamilton and Me: An Actor's Journal: Richard Hamilton Producer: Justine Willett Actor Giles Terera's inside account of his time with the groundbreaking musical Hamilton Actor Giles Terera's inside account of his time with the groundbreaking musical Hamilton. |
| 04 | Time Begins To Bend | 20210812 | Giles Terera reads from his insider's account of his time in the groundbreaking musical, Hamilton. After being offered the role of Aaron Burr, Giles Terera kept a journal of his time preparing for, rehearsing and performing in the London production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's iconic musical, Hamilton. Here he gives a thrilling behind-the-scenes look at everything involved in opening a once-in-a-generation production. Today: the long weeks of rehearsals are beginning to take a psychological toll... Reader: Giles Terera Photograph by Matthew Murphy © George III Productions Limited. Abridger of Hamilton and Me: An Actor's Journal: Richard Hamilton Producer: Justine Willett Actor Giles Terera's inside account of his time with the groundbreaking musical Hamilton Actor Giles Terera's inside account of his time with the groundbreaking musical Hamilton. |
| 05 | Told You It Would Be Crazy | 20210813 | Giles Terera concludes his behind-the-scenes account of his time playing Aaron Burr in Lin-Manuel Miranda's groundbreaking musical, Hamilton. Today: finally the production opens, and the audience is hungry... Reader: Giles Terera Photograph by Matthew Murphy © George III Productions Limited. Abridger of Hamilton and Me: An Actor's Journal: Richard Hamilton Producer: Justine Willett Actor Giles Terera's inside account of his time with the groundbreaking musical Hamilton Actor Giles Terera's inside account of his time with the groundbreaking musical Hamilton. |