“Hamilton” preview performance at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood

Chad Evett as King George III and Katie Aiani as George Washington enjoy a light moment as people wait for the Pantages Theatre to open its doors for the preview performance of “Hamilton” in Hollywood on Friday.

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Aug. 13, 2017 12:45 PM PT

It was a raucous scene as fans arrived for the first preview performance of “Hamilton” at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood on Friday night.

People arrive for the preview performance of “Hamilton” at the Pantages in Hollywood on Friday. The official opening night is Aug. 16.

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Candice Berge finishes belting out a song from “Hamilton” while friend Amber Infante watches.

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People wait for the doors to open for the preview performance of “Hamilton.”

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Jackie Gonzalez takes a selfie with family and friends at the biggest theatrical event in Los Angeles in decades.

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Kayla Hockman shows off a pair of tickets to the preview performance.

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Alix Johnson, center, sells programs.

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People walk into the Pantages Theatre for the preview performance of “Hamilton.”

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Cooper Wines, 10, dressed as King George III, attends the preview performance of “Hamilton.”

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Chad Evett as King George III and Katie Aiani as George Washington take a selfie with Olivia Kimbley outside the theater.

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