#Nikisha Williams

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Hey fellow theater kids!

So, recently, as a tremendously generous birthday gift, my mom got us tickets to see the Phillip tour of Hamilton.

It was one of the most exhilarating moments of my life.

I had seen the Disney+ version, but watching it live is so different and so awe-inspiringly wonderful.

I could feel the music in my chest

Every pound of the drums, every sound of the violin

When the stairs came out, my jaw fell down

Nonstop was kind of insane. There are no words to describe the feeling it filled me with except extreme euphoria and ecstasy.

After act 1, I looked at my mom and asked her “Did you just see what I just saw?!”

I cried after every number, whether it was emotional or not. (of course, the emotional/sad ones had longer tears, but nevertheless)

The cast was wonderful, their voices superb.

Nikisha Williams as Eliza had such a wonderfully soothing and beautiful voice, like an angel on earth, her gasp at the end of the show was not as I expected but it may have been better - she looks out at us the audience, then up to the sky, her hand raised in the air. My holy goodness gracious G-d she was good.

Ta’rea Campbell as Angelica absolutely nailed Satisfied (and literally everything else she sang). Also her part in the Reynolds pamphlet sounded so raw, so powerful, you really really believe her.

Elijah Malcomb as John Laurens and Phillip Hamilton was truly something else. This guy. This tremendously talented guy. He has such a heartbreakingly beautiful and sweet voice. Both of his deaths absolutely punched me in the gut, he was so SO good. 

I know for a fact the exact beat and note and number that Phillip got shot on. 

That did not do anything to change my absolute and utter shock when it happened. I felt like I had no air. 

The true star of the show, however, was Kameron Richardson (understudy)  as Aaron Burr. Oh my gosh. He was incredible. His voice is a powerhouse. He put the most amazing riffs in Wait For It that truly showed off his insanely talented vocals, and his Room Where it Happened absolutely blew the roof off. I don’t know if I’ve ever been more impressed with an Aaron Burr than I have of him.

All the other actors were of course fantastic but these truly blew us all away. (pun intended)

I have looked everywhere for slime tutorials or videos of this cast. I have found nothing. I so wish I could listen to their voices again, because that was one of the most breathtaking experiences of my entire life. If by any chance you know of a recording of these talented people and cast please let me know, I beg you. Thank you.

(sorry this is so disorganized, this is just how my brain feels right now)

[degasdyke]

lyrics from vampire empire by big thief // ballet.

ekaterina maximova and an unnamed teacher talking to each other during rehearsal / nardia boodoo sitting in an empty studio / george balanchine and suzanne farrell rehearsing swan lake / amandine albisson and audric bezard rehearsing renaissance by sebastien bertaud / nikisha fogo and natascha mair in ballet class / unnamed dancer photographed mid-pirouette by leon neal / christopher wheeldon and wendy whelan rehearsing together / natalia osipova resting during a rehearsal of romeo and juliet / virginia johnson in dance theater of harlem's creole giselle / fumi kaneko and william bracewell performing romeo and juliet

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Hamilton Review!!!

so i just saw hamilton in boston and thought i’d give a review!

first off, i really enjoyed it!!! the cast was AMAZING (i wanna say better than the original but i feel i’ll make someone mad, so i’ll keep that to myself). there was tons of potential and it was met!!! beyond expectations!!! i cant just lump everyone together so i wanna give reviews on each character 

before i start that i just wanna say THE CAST WAS SO ATTRACTIVE? LIKE I USUALLY DONT NOTICE STUFF LIKE THAT BUT EVEN MY GRANDMA WAS LIKE “i feel like this cast was so much better looking than the original, especially aaron burr” AND. I HAVE TO AGREE WITH HER. but moving on…

Hamilton: Pierre Jean Gonzalez

yes. i loved him. at first i wasn’t a HUGE fan bc he was different compared to lin, BUT THEN IT GOT PROMISING. he was HANDSOME AS HELL and he had a strong voice. it was very husky which i wasn’t a huge fan of, but then again, it got promising as the show went on. 

Eliza: Nikisha Williams

she was beautiful, she had a very easy voice to listen to… but i WILL say that it didn’t carry the emotion and control i wish it did. her voice was relatively… flat (i’m sorry i feel so bad) and her voice was almost too strong on some occasions. but i really liked her. i do wish that toward the end she could’ve been more heart-shattering, but maybe i’m just used to phillipa being an ICON in act two. 

Burr: Jared Dixon

OH. MY. FUCKING. GOD. first, HANDSOME. LIKE REALLY HANDSOME. AND TALL?! but honestly, i fucking loved this guy. his voice was relatively more higher compared to leslie, but it wasn’t annoying like i’d thought it would be. he was AMAZING at vocal control, but he didn’t have to strongest voice (not a negative thing tbh). he had a very soft voice and loud one when needed and i loved it. especially in “the room where it happens”. he wasn’t as energetic as leslie but near the end (apparently, i didn’t notice) he and the ensemble did choreo related to magic mike? but anyway I LOVED HIM.

Angelica: Ta’rea Campbell

i love this girl. just as a person. but as angelica… i wasn’t completely thrown away or swept off my feet. she has a nice strong voice and is a great actor, but it wasn’t tremendous (GOD I FEEL LIKE A BITCH)

Washington: Marcus Choi

i. was. fucking. blown. away. this guy was amazing. and again, HANDSOME AS HELL. GOD I WAS MELTING IN MY SEAT. he was just stunning. and his skills did not disappoint. no matter what, whether singing solo or in a group, you can hear this man. his voice just stands out. his acting was relatively great, but i wasn’t focusing on that tbh. but i truly loved him as washington. my grandma thought it was hilarious that they casted an asian man as washington. (i mean the majority, if not ALL of the cast were pocs)

Lafayette/Jefferson: Jared Howelton

don’t get me fucking started. my favorite fucking character regardless of who plays it, but this guy made it all the better. i needed to take a breather at intermission bc of how excited i was getting to see him as jefferson. he was just so ICONIC as lafayette. he was definitely meant to be the comedic relief, and it was amazing to compare his to daveed’s portrayal. he was more funny, and like even the way he walked (as jefferson he had this “i’m great and everyone loves me and i’m swagger” walk going on. i fucking adored it.) and talked was on point and HILARIOUS. he had a very deep and tantalizing voice (is that the right word?) and he was also very handsome. do i prefer his over the original? maaaybe. they were both iconic in their own ways. so i’m not sure. but like I LOVE THIS GUY. 

Mulligan/Madison: Desmond Sean Ellington

didn’t really stand out. i honestly don’t think he was as iconic as the original portrayal. but he was relatively great.

Laurens/Philip: Elijah Malcomb 

he was SO DIFFERENT compared to anthony’s portrayal. it’s so hard to put it into words. more energy, but less homoeroticism (unfortunately). his voice was naturally really high so when he came in as philip i was like “??? is there a child onstage?” but i think he added to the effect on purpose. his death was HEARTBREAKING. i loved him tho.

Peggy/Maria: Jen Sese 

now this is gonna sound bitchy, but i was not impressed. maybe jasmine was just so iconic that she outshines everyone, but i’m not sure. it’s not like i didn’t like her, she’s just fine, but her portrayal was just kinda… boring. she just lacked something (zazz? idk man). her portrayal as maria lacked the confidence and sexual tension. her vocals were okay, same with the acting. (please don’t take this personally 😭) 

King George: Neil Haskell

i loved him. like a lot. compared to jon, his king was more… energetic and… god it’s hard to find words. but jon’s king was very poised and on point and stiff, but neil’s king wasn’t. (i’m not hating on either, i loved both portrayal sm) but this king was also a lot funnier and the way he moved and carried himself was great. but he sounded congested??? the entire show??? like idk he just sounded funky but it made it funnier. his accent was kinda horrible but it was great. and the way he said “jOHN aDAMS” was great. amazing king 

Charles Lee: Tristan Hill

i wasn’t gonna include this character but i just wanted to say, he was probably the most attractive person in the cast. and his voice matched. sorry for being a bastard, i’ll go now.

Ensemble

I CANNOT EXPRESS HOW MUCH I LOVE THE CHOREO IN THIS. obvi it wasn’t the exact same IT WAS EVEN BETTer. like everyone was just perfect and on point. and everyone was hot as hell. and muscly. really amazing honestly.

just wanted to say i loved this show a lot. the stage looked really good and they did a lot more with lights and i love it. very pleasing to watch. also, THERE WERE ASL INTERPRETERS THERE. IT WAS SO AMAZING. I WAS SO HAPPY THEY DID THAT (i don’t need an interpreter in any way, but i just loved them being there) it was very fun to see how they interpreted the show. and there were only FOUR OF THEM? and they did great??? very often during the show i would compare there acting to the actors on stage. it was great

sorry this is so long, but i just needed to do this. 

[thediaryofatheatrekid]

Casting Goals: First Date

“That’s just a first impression, I could be totally wrong!”

Grant Gustin as Aaron

Eva Noblezada as Casey

Marie Eife as Woman #1 (Grandma Ida/Lauren/Aaron's Mother)

Nikisha Williams as Woman #2 (Allison)

Erik Martenson as Man #1 (Gabe/Edgy British Guy)

Blaine Alden Krauss as Man #2 (Reggie/Edgy Rocker Guy/Aaron's Future Son)

David Bedella as Man #3 (Waiter/Therapist/Casey's Father)

Alex Hairston as Standby (Casey, Woman #1)

Charissa Hogeland as Understudy (Casey, Woman #2)

Kabir Bery as Standby (Aaron, Man #1)

Will Branner as Standby (Aaron, Man #2, Man #3)

Honorable Mentions: Jessica Keenan Wynn as Casey Mike Dorsey as Aaron Usman Ali Ishaq as Aaron

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jenjsese: We have a debut in the house! @williamsnikisha, so lucky to share the stage with you for another debut! 

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& that would be enough

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From Emily Jenda’s Instagram story | May 4, 2019

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I’m listening to Nikisha’s “Satisfied” and OMG❤️ She’s is one the best Angelica’s! Her riffs!!!!! Ughhh she’s amazing playing Angelica, imagine her Eliza!?!?

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Nikisha Williams as Jane Seymour

information:

Name: Nikisha Williams

DOB: June 30th 1989 (32)

Nationality: American

Ethnicity: African American

Credits: Hamilton (Angelica/Eliza/Peggy u/s), The Color Purple (Swing, Celie u/s), Ratatouille (Ensemble)

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nikisha fogo photographed rehearsing for william forsythe's blake works by erik tomasson

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Hamilton Ensemble Tracks

Updated as of 7/7/2019

I got bored last night and figured out which ensemble track everyone in every company holds. The only ones I couldn’t figure out are W1, W2, and W3 in the Chicago company. If you know, please let me know and I’ll update it!

M1

Broadway: Giuseppe Bausilio

Angelica: Stephen Hernandez

Philip: Daniel Gaymon

And Peggy: Christopher Campbell

Chicago: Dylan Hoffinger

London: Leslie Garcia Bowman

M2

Broadway: Thayne Jasperson

Angelica: Patrick Garr

Philip: Aaron Albano

And Peggy: Andrew Wojtal

Chicago: Mikey Winslow

London: Jack Butterworth

M3

Broadway: Terrance Spencer

Angelica: Robbie Nicholson

Philip: Trevor Miles

And Peggy: Dashi’ Mitchell

Chicago: Justin Bryant

London: Curtis Angus

M4

Broadway: Ryan Vasquez

Angelica: Taylor Daniels

Philip: Tyler McKenzie (Currently on leave)

And Peggy: Brion Marquis Watson

Chicago: Remmie Bourgeois

London: Johnny Bishop

M5

Broadway: Marc Delacruz

Angelica: Will Travis

Philip: Nick Sanchez

And Peggy: Vincent Hooper

Chicago: Robert Ariza

London: Stephenson Ardern-Sodje

M6

Broadway: Deon’te Goodman

Angelica: John Devreaux

Philip: Conroe Brooks

And Peggy: Elijah Reyes

Chicago: Keith Webb

London: Emile Ruddock

W1

Broadway: Lauren Boyd

Angelica: Natalie Kaye Clater

Philip: Samantha Pollino

And Peggy: Emily Tate

Chicago:

London: Jade Albertsen

W2

Broadway: Kim Taylor

Angelica: Paige Krumbach

Philip: Kristen Hoagland

And Peggy: Sheridan Mouawad

Chicago:

London: Kelly Downing

W3

Broadway: Justice Moore

Angelica: Jennifer Geller

Philip: Nicole DeRoux

And Peggy: Tiffany Mellard

Chicago:

London: Leah Hill

W4

Broadway: Sabrina Imamura

Angelica: Krystal Mackie

Philip: Tia Altinay

And Peggy: Jennifer Locke

Chicago: Alexia Sky Colon

London: Lindsey Tierney

W5

Broadway: Raven Thomas

Angelica: Charente Batey

Philip: Nikisha Williams

And Peggy: Morgan Anita Wood

Chicago: Sandra Okuboyejo

London: Ellena Vincent

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@hamiltonmusical was absolutely phenomenal! This cast was truly spectacular, not one weak link. I especially loved Nikisha Williams as Eliza. She’s the understudy and just killed it. Shoutout to @neilhaskell who was a great King George. Very funny. My husband said, wow, he can really sing”. (In fairness we know him as a dancer) Saw Hamilton on the last tour and this production was so much better. ( and the last one was very good). So glad we got tickets. https://www.instagram.com/p/CXpG9_MvjJD/?utm_medium=tumblr

[thediaryofatheatrekid]

Casting Goals: Waitress

“She is gone, but she used to be mine.”

In remembrance of Waitress’ shortened Broadway return. I’m not entirely satisfied with all of this, but I’m never satisfied...

Rachelle Ann Go as Jenna Hunterson

Corbin Bleu as Dr. Jim Pomatter

Steven Grant Douglas as Earl Hunterson

Peppermint as Becky

Diana Huey as Dawn

Usman Ali Ishaq as Ogie Anhorn

Eymard Cabling  as Cal (Earl u/s)

George Takei as Joe

Afra Hines as Mother/Ensemble

Carl Man as Ensemble (Pomatter u/s)

Cicily Daniels as Nurse Norma/Ensemble (Becky u/s)

Corey Kline as Ensemble (Pomatter u/s, Ogie u/s)

Malcom Armwood as Ensemble (Earl u/s, Cal u/s)

Marie Eife as Francine/Ensemble (Jenna u/s, Dawn u/s)

Nikisha Williams as Ensemble (Jenna u/s)

Victor Wallace as Father/Ensemble (Cal u/s, Joe u/s)

Alex Hairston as Swing (Dawn u/s)

Chris McGuigan as Swing (Joe u/s)

Marcus Shane as Swing (Ogie u/s)

Molly Hager as Swing (Becky u/s)

Honorable Mentions: Erik Martenson as Ensemble (Earl u/s, Ogie u/s) Kathryn Allison as Nurse Norma/Ensemble (Becky u/s) Michelle Visage as Becky

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Hamilton - 02/19/2019 - Second National Tour - Tampa, FL - ja-gaciak’s master - Pierre Jean Gonzalez (s/b Alexander Hamilton), Emily Jenda (s/b Eliza Hamilton), Nik Walker (Aaron Burr), Ta’Rea Campbell (Angelica Schuyler), Marcus Choi (George Washington), Kyle Scatliffe (Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson), Fergie L. Philippe (Hercules Mulligan/James Madison), Elijah Malcomb (John Laurens/Philip Hamilton), Nyla Sostre (Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds), Jon Patrick Walker (King George), Eean S. Cochran (u/s Philip Schuyler/James Reynolds), Stephen Hernandez (George Eacker), Daniel Gaymon (Charles Lee), Aaron J. Albino (Samuel Seabury), Tia Altinay, Conroe Brooks, Kristen Hoagland, Abby Jaros, Carina-Kay Louchiey, Tyler McKenzie, Nikisha Williams. Notes: Kyle’s microphone cuts out for a line but the rest of the show is fine. NFT until 03/19/2019