Tony Award-winning actor and singer Leslie Odom Jr is set to make his highly anticipated West End debut by reprising his iconic role as Aaron Burr in the London production of the revolutionary musical Hamilton. The 44-year-old star, who originated the part on Broadway in 2015, will join the London cast for a strictly limited nine-week run at the Victoria Palace Theatre from 3 July to 5 September 2026.
A Return to the Room Where It Happens
Odom Jr, who won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Alexander Hamilton's political rival and eventual assassin, last performed the role during a limited Broadway engagement in 2025. His return to the character has been described by the performer himself as "a profoundly healing artistic experience." In an official statement, Odom Jr expressed his excitement about crossing the Atlantic to perform for London audiences.
"Returning to Hamilton and revisiting the role of Aaron Burr with the growth and perspective of time has been incredibly rewarding," Odom Jr said. "I am having so much fun! The London production will grant me a few more glorious weeks to share Lin-Manuel Miranda's music with an international audience who, I have learned, love this show as much, if not more, than I do. I'm crossing the ocean and I just can't wait."
Production Details and Cast Information
The current London production features Alex Sawyer in the title role of Alexander Hamilton, with Jay Perry currently portraying Aaron Burr. Bente Mulan plays Hamilton's wife Eliza Schuyler, while Emily-Mae portrays his sister-in-law Angelica Schuyler. Jonathan Andrew Hume performs as George Washington, and Daniel Boys stars as King George III.
Producer Cameron Mackintosh, who hailed Odom Jr's portrayal of Burr as "electric," expressed his enthusiasm about the casting announcement. "I'm absolutely thrilled that London will now be able to share the experience of Leslie for a short season," Mackintosh said. "He will be joining the brilliant new cast we have playing this revolutionary musical at the Victoria Palace Theatre."
Ticketing Information and Hamilton's Legacy
Public booking for Odom Jr's limited engagement will open on Friday 13 March 2026 at 11:00 AM. However, dedicated fans can sign up through the official Hamilton website to access priority booking 24 hours earlier. This special engagement represents a rare opportunity for British theatregoers to witness one of the musical's original stars performing his award-winning role.
Hamilton premiered off-Broadway in 2015 to immediate critical acclaim before transferring to Broadway the following year. The production made history by receiving a record-breaking 16 Tony Award nominations, ultimately winning 11 awards including Best Musical. Odom Jr's Tony victory was particularly notable as he won Best Actor in a Musical over the show's creator and star, Lin-Manuel Miranda.
The original Broadway cast recording won a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, and Miranda received the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for writing the groundbreaking musical. A filmed version of the Broadway production was released on Disney+ in 2020, introducing the show to millions of viewers worldwide during the pandemic.
