Student Conference on Hamilton, the musical
Celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence.
2 December 2026, 3:30-8:30 p.m.
Room C33 (“aula”)
In 2026, the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Few works of contemporary American theatre have engaged with the nation's founding history as successfully as Hamilton, the musical. Since its premiere in 2015, the musical has become one of the most influential and critically acclaimed productions in American musical theatre and has inspired a global community of scholars, students, and enthusiasts.
This conference provides an opportunity for students to share their knowledge, research, and enthusiasm for Hamilton and to explore the musical from a wide range of perspectives. The event also aims to bring together students interested in American culture, history, theatre, music, and popular culture for an afternoon of discussion and shared engagement.
The event is open to all students of Masaryk University, particularly those studying Theatre Studies, Musicology, English and American Studies, History, and related disciplines.
(Note: For students enrolled in AJL15086 American Drama and Theater: A Survey, a conference presentation may be submitted in place of the final course assignment. Presentations by students enrolled in this course will be given priority during the selection process.)
- The maximum length of presentations is 10 (ten) minutes, and the time limit will be strictly observed.
- There will be up to 10 (ten) papers due to time restrictions.
- All presenters must be students of Masaryk University.
- Presentations will be selected with the aim of creating a diverse and balanced program.
- Any topic related to Hamilton, the musical is welcome.
- The event will be in English.
- Joint presentations are welcome; however, the 10-minute time limit applies regardless of the number of presenters.
- Deadline for abstracts is November 20.
- See the bottom of the page for abstract submission instructions.
Programme:
3:30-3:45 p.m. Welcome and opening remarks
3:45-5:45 p.m. Student presentations and discussion
(Three presentation blocks consisting of three to four 10-minute papers followed by a 10-minute discussion period.)
5:45-6:00 p.m. Break
6:00-8:45 p.m. Screening
(A note about rejected abstracts: Owing to time constraints, it may not be possible to accommodate all submissions. To ensure that all participants have an opportunity to share their work, presenters whose abstracts are not selected will be invited to upload their presentations to a shared online repository. Contributions may take the form of a slide presentation accompanied by a pre-recorded presentation of up to ten minutes.
To maximize the variety of topics represented, preference may be given to submissions that address distinct aspects of Hamilton.)
Abstract submission:
Use the form to upload your abstract: link (the link will be active on November 16-20; you must sign in with your MUNI account).
Abstract submissions should include:
- Name
- Degree programme
- Presentation title
- Presentation area (e.g. production history, fandom studies, lyric analysis, etc.)
- An abstract of approximately 150 words outlining the presentation's topic, argument, and objectives.
Abstracts must be submitted by 20 November 2026.
Notification of acceptance will be sent on 23 November 2026.
In case of any question, contact doc. Mgr. Tomáš Kačer, Ph.D. organizer