The musical phenomenon “Hamilton” has taken The Smith Center by storm, concluding its third sold-out run at Reynolds Hall with performances on Sunday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
However, this is far from the end of its journey in Las Vegas.
Myron Martin, President of The Smith Center, expressed confidence in the musical’s return.
“Oh, I’m certain that it’s coming back,” Martin stated.
“Its success will continue here, around the country, and around the world.”
As the original cast prepares to reunite at the Tony Awards on June 8 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its Broadway debut, excitement continues to build around the production.
When “Hamilton” first announced its national tour in 2017, Martin frequently received inquiries about if and when the show would visit Las Vegas.
The much-anticipated premiere occurred in May 2018, setting a standard for Broadway productions at The Smith Center.
Martin expressed his ambition to bring “Hamilton” back to Las Vegas annually, even though he acknowledged it would be unrealistic.
“This isn’t going to happen, but I’d take ‘Hamilton’ again next year and the year after, and the year after that, if I could get it,” he remarked while finalizing his Tony Awards voting ballot.
“But the natural course of touring suggests that I probably won’t see it again for two or three seasons.”
Currently, multiple “Hamilton” tours are taking place in the U.S., U.K./Ireland, and Australia, along with performances continuing in Broadway and London’s West End.
As Martin aptly points out, “the sun never sets on the ‘Hamilton’ empire.”
In discussing the prominence of recent productions at The Smith Center, Martin reflected on other popular shows such as “Wicked” and “The Lion King,” which are considered among the highest-grossing Broadway musicals.
He acknowledged, “I don’t think you can say that without saying something about ‘Wicked’ and ‘The Lion King,’ which continue to be the highest-grossing Broadway musicals. We have had all three at The Smith Center.”
“Hamilton” has not only checked all the boxes for a successful production, but it has also made a significant impact in the community.
Last week, members of the cast participated in a unique event at the Clark County Library District’s “Hip-Hop Storytime” at Whitney Library, aiming to encourage children to read through movement and rhythm.
Featuring cast members Blaine Alden Krauss (Hamilton) and Kendyl Sayuri Yokoyama (Eliza) alongside Branch Manager Mr. Billy (Allen), the initiative mixes performance with creativity, showing how art can enhance educational experiences for youth.
“I couldn’t be happier with Hamilton on all fronts,” Martin stated.
“Yes, you can talk about the economic impact. You can talk about the effect that the show has had on The Smith Center. But one of those effects is what Hamilton does from an education standpoint, and it succeeds there, too.”
In an interesting twist, the local arts scene wasn’t limited to The Smith Center on Friday night.
The evening’s events featured both the closing performance of “Hamilton” and an electrifying show by Faster Pussycat at Vamp’d Bar & Grille.
Despite the stark differences in music genres and stage performances—pistols in “Hamilton” and the absence of prop firearms at Vamp’d—the energy filled the venues with excitement.
Notably, the rock club’s owner, Danny Koker, has recently put the venue up for sale at $4.3 million, prompting interest from Las Vegas native Ken Henderson, who has been “exploring opportunities” in the area.
A former security staff member at the Aladdin Theatre for the Performing Arts, Henderson even reunited with Korie Koker, Danny’s wife and general manager at Vamp’d, noting her knack for finding the best spot in the house after nearly three decades.
On a different note, the Las Vegas entertainment scene made its mark during the American Music Awards (AMAs).
Danny Falcone, known for pitching merchandise at Santa Fe & The Fat City Horns’ Monday night shows at the Copa at Bootlegger Bistro, showcased his trumpet talent during Gwen Stefani’s pre-recorded AMA performance that aired on Monday night.
Alongside Falcone, trombone player Nathan Tanouye also shared the stage.
Meanwhile, local string musicians Adrianna Thurber, Crystal Yuan, Sarah Chaffee, and Jennifer Hellewell performed behind Benson Boone during a live set at BleauLive Theater.
Looking ahead, the 2025 VenuesNow Conference (VNC) is slated for Resorts World Las Vegas from September 9 to 11.
This marks the eighth annual event and the first to be hosted in Las Vegas, focusing on numerous issues confronting live-entertainment venues.
Hosted by the Oak View Group, founded by music-management legend Irving Azoff and former AEG President/CEO Tim Leiweke, the conference symbolizes ongoing interests in Las Vegas’s vibrant entertainment landscape.
To wrap up the lively local scene, Ashley Fuller and the Collective perform at Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club from 7 to 8 p.m. and again from 9 p.m. until midnight at MGM Grand.
With no cover charge and the option to enjoy comedy inside while catching the band outside, Fuller and her husband, Aaron, have entertained guests there for the past three years.
The local arts and entertainment community here continues to thrive with diverse offerings and collaborations.
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