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Hamilton drummer Katie Steinhauer discusses what it’s like to play for major Broadway productions. by Jasmine Bourgeois Photo by Hayden Oliver
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Though only 31 years old, Katie Steinhauer has been drumming for almost her entire life. Since picking up her first pair of sticks 20 years ago, she’s toured internationally through numerous musical projects, including the stage shows of Bring It On: The Musical, Guys and Dolls, The Producers, and Annie, as well as a number of bands and ensembles. Currently, Katie’s a touring percussionist with Hamilton: An American Musical. Since graduating from the Roosevelt School of the Arts in her hometown of Fresno, California, in 2005, Steinhauer has played all over the globe and mastered her skills in a wide range of styles. Tom Tom caught up with the drummer to speak about what it’s like to play for Broadway musicals and hotel pranks.
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