The multi-faceted talent behind Broadway’sHamiltonandIn the Heightsis making his directorial debut onTick, Tick…
Boom!, a new film based onRentcreator Jonathan Larson’s autobiographical musical.
The theater production ofTick, Tick… Boom!began as a solo work in 1990.
On stage, playing the role of ‘Jon’ in 2014 was one of my most honored achievements.
The project, it seems, has been in the works for some time.
Howard, who recently helmedSolo: A Star Wars Story, shared a photo of himself with Miranda.
“Exciting to feel the energy @Lin_Miranda is already bringing to #TickTickBoom,” he tweeted.
SinceHamilton, Miranda has gone on to work on music for Disney’sMoanaand Lucasfilm’sStar Wars: The Force Awakens.
We hope that Jonathan’s story will resonate with a whole new generation of artists."
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