Character guide

Alexander Hamilton

major

Also known as Hamilton, Alexander, Citizen Hamilton, Colonel Hamilton, Mr. Hamilton, R. Hamilton

Central character, the titular Hamilton, involved in political and personal conflicts.

Betsy Hamilton

major

Also known as Betsy, Elizabeth, Mis' Betsy, Betsy Angelica, Betsy Reynolds, Mrs. Hamilton

Hamilton's wife, often caught between family loyalty and her husband's actions.

Angelica Schuyler

supporting

Also known as Angelica, Schuyler, Angelica Betsy

Betsy's sister, a sharp and witty presence in the Hamilton household.

Giles

supporting

Also known as Mr. Giles, Citizen Giles, the trusty Giles

A servant or confidant, often providing commentary and comic relief.

Zekiel

supporting

Also known as Schuyler, Uncle Zeke, Sentah Monroe

A servant or family retainer, frequently involved in the household's schemes.

James Reynolds

supporting

Also known as Reynolds, Jim, one James Reynolds

A shady figure whose dealings with Hamilton lead to scandal.

Maria Reynolds

supporting

Also known as Mrs. Reynolds, Betsy Reynolds

A woman who becomes entangled with Hamilton, leading to a major scandal.

Thomas Jefferson

supporting

Also known as Jefferson, Mr. Jefferson, Tom Jefferson

Political rival of Hamilton, often clashing over policy and influence.

James Monroe

supporting

Also known as Monroe, Senator Monroe, Mr. Monroe

A political opponent who investigates Hamilton's affairs.

John Jay

supporting

Also known as Jay, Judge Jay, Chief Justice Jay

A judge and political figure, often involved in the plot's legal matters.

Tallyrand

minor

Also known as Count Tallyrand, Citizen Tallyrand

A foreign diplomat or visitor, interacting with the main characters.

General Philip Schuyler

minor

Also known as General Schuyler, Schuyler, Enter General Schuyler R.

Father of Angelica and Betsy, a respected military figure.

George Washington

minor

Also known as Washington, General Washington, President Washington

Former president and general, a respected elder statesman.

John Church

minor

Also known as John

A friend or associate of Hamilton, appearing in social scenes.

Mrs. Whalen

minor

A minor character, possibly a housekeeper or neighbor.

Colonel Lear

minor

Also known as Lear

A military aide or associate, appearing in a few scenes.

Robert Livingston

minor

A historical figure mentioned or appearing briefly.

Melissa

minor

Also known as First Man Melissa

A minor character, possibly a servant or visitor.

Cunnel

minor

Also known as Marse Cunnel

A dialect-speaking character, likely a servant or rural figure.