New King George Casting Announced for Hamilton in the West End
The West End production of Hamilton has unveiled a new cast member for the iconic role of King George. Daniel Boys will take over the role from Joel Montague starting 14 April 2025 at the Victoria Palace Theatre. Montague, who has been playing the role, will soon be leaving to star in the West End premiere of The Great Gatsby at the London Coliseum.
Daniel Boys Takes Over as King George
Daniel Boys is no stranger to the role of King George, having previously performed it during the first leg of Hamilton’s UK and Ireland tour. Boys brings a wealth of experience to the role, following in the footsteps of Montague, who has garnered praise for his portrayal of the quirky and memorable monarch.
Daniel Boys as King George in Hamilton - photo by Danny Khan
The Hamilton Cast
The current cast of Hamilton at the Victoria Palace Theatre includes an exciting ensemble of talented performers, such as:
Alex Sawyer as Alexander Hamilton
Jay Perry as Aaron Burr
Nathania Ong as Eliza Hamilton
Emily-Mae as Angelica Schuyler
Simbi Akande as Peggy Schuyler / Maria Reynolds
Thomas Vernal as George Washington
Lemuel Knights as Marquis De Lafayette / Thomas Jefferson
Jordan Castle as Hercules Mulligan / James Madison
Jordan Benjamin as John Laurens / Philip Hamilton
The cast is completed by Gabriela Acosta, Richard Appiah-Sarpong, Elizabeth Armstrong, Turrell Barrett-Wallace, Alishia-Marie Blake, Roxanne Couch, Nicola Espallardo, Remi Ferdinand, Manaia Glassey-Ohlson, Jack Harrison-Cooper, Amie Hibbert, Sam Holden, Barney Hudson, Nicolais-Andre Kerry, Christian Knight, Ella Kora, Aaron Lee Lambert, Jairus McClanahan, Stacey McGuire, Kerri Norville, Jamai Robinson, Samuel Sarpong-Broni, Hassun Sharif, and Paulo Teixeira.
Hamilton – The Award-Winning Musical
Hamilton’s continued success in the West End is a testament to the timeless appeal of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s book, music, and lyrics. Directed by Thomas Kail, with choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, Hamilton has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. Based on Ron Chernow’s biography of Alexander Hamilton, the show tells the compelling story of one of America’s Founding Fathers through dynamic music, innovative staging, and powerful performances.
Creative Team and Design
The creative team behind Hamilton includes:
Scenic Design: David Korins
Costume Design: Paul Tazewell
Lighting Design: Howell Binkley
Sound Design: Nevin Steinberg
Hair and Wig Design: Charles G LaPointe
Tickets and Touring Information
The West End production of Hamilton is currently booking until 28 March 2026, with tickets available for purchase now. The show is also touring across the UK, bringing its iconic music and compelling narrative to cities nationwide. Don’t miss your chance to experience this groundbreaking musical.
