Group of students at the Hamilton play

7th and 8th graders in Rayen Early College Middle School, social studies classes, visited Playhouse Square in Cleveland to see the award-winning Broadway play Hamilton. According to the official Hamilton website, the musical features ..." a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre – a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education."

Research has shown that exposing students to the arts helps them in areas such as academics. We're thrilled for our scholars to have access to such an amazing opportunity!