'Hamilton' actor Mandy Gonzalez brings Broadway hits to Heinz Hall

Gabby Sartori, USA TODAYMon, October 12, 2026 at 9:33 PM UTC

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Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez joined the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra at Heinz Hall for a concert celebrating songs from across her stage career, bringing another nationally recognized performer to Pittsburgh's flagship performing arts venue.

The appearance continued a run of high-profile acts at Heinz Hall, according to a community announcement. Gonzalez, known for performances in "Hamilton," "Wicked" and "In the Heights," headlined "Everything I Know," a program featuring music associated with her Broadway career accompanied by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.

Audience members heard selections from some of Gonzalez's best-known musical theater roles presented in a symphonic format as the orchestra continues programming for its 2026-27 season.

Ahead of the performance, Broadway creator Lin-Manuel Miranda helped promote the concert through a video shared on the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra's Instagram account. In the video, Miranda encouraged theater fans to attend and praised Gonzalez's work.

Broadway résumé brings acclaimed performer to Heinz Hall

Gonzalez originated the role of Nina Rosario in Broadway's "In the Heights" and later portrayed Angelica Schuyler in "Hamilton." She has also appeared in "Wicked," helping establish a career recognized for leading roles in major musical productions.

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Her Pittsburgh performance combined songs from those productions with stories from her professional journey, creating a concert experience that blended music and personal reflection.

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Pittsburgh Symphony expands lineup beyond classical music

The concert marked another example of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra presenting artists from outside the traditional classical genre, a strategy that has brought a range of nationally known performers to Heinz Hall in recent months.

According to the announcement, performances such as Gonzalez's underscore Heinz Hall's role in attracting major touring talent while giving Pittsburgh audiences opportunities to experience prominent Broadway and music performers close to home.

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