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Hamilton's Popular Theatrical Production
When I see the word “popular”, I like to think of something that is not only well-known by the public but also well-received by the majority. Popularity is achieved and maintained by staying up to date with the current trends. Hamilton would be a classic example of a popular theatrical production, because it follows a musical trend that put hip-hop and rap at its focal point and incorporates diversity, something highly valued by the majority in today's society.

A good way to determine the popularity of a theatrical production is to assess the level of anticipation before the show and the recognition after the show premieres. Hamilton is certainly a popular musical, because "[the] musical was widely anticipated before its off-Broadway debut
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