"It's interesting that the wondrous 'Hamilton,' which I could not be more ecstatic about, has taken a long time to perfect to bring it to Broadway. And it wouldn't have been possible if it was developed in the commercial theatre from the get-go."
English composer and theatrical producer known for major stage musicals including The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Evita, and Jesus Christ Superstar. His work has been central to modern musical theatre in Britain and internationally.