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Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 7:19pm

Ok, so I'm turning to the board for wisdom. For my mother's birthday I'm taking her to see a broadway show. Its a tradition we've had for six years. Anyway I'm debating between getting tickets for Damn Yankees or In the Hieghts. My mother is a fan of classic musicals but for her those range between My Fair Lady, Evita, Rent and The Lion King. Does anybody have a recommendation? I was thinking about 'In the Heights' but haven't really heard raves about it.

Thanks in advance!

re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 7:21pm

In the Heights. It's not even a contest.

re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 7:22pm

A full scale production of Yankees for your mother might be good. This barebones production is not a good choice so I second In The Heights.

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re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 7:44pm

Damn Yankees, for all it's issues, it's still a great classic show. And, it's a limited run. In the Heights will be around for the next 5 years.

re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 9:16pm

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Did I mention In The Heights

re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 9:19pm

I've seen both. I removed Damn Yankees from Plan C status (if we lose Wicked lottery and for some bizarre reason they're sold out of student rush at A Catered Affair) for Sunday because...ew. Overall I was not impressed.

My vote goes to In The Heights

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re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 9:25pm

Yes, IN THE HEIGHTS. It's a major work of American Musical Theatre and should not be missed. If she liked RENT, she'll hear echoes... I sure do.

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re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 9:28pm

Damn Yankees. This production is not to be missed. ITH will be around for years to come.

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Updated On: 7/14/08 at 09:28 PM

re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 9:42pm

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#10

re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 9:46pm

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#11

re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 9:50pm

DAMN YANKEES is snooze-inducing.

IN THE HEIGHTS!

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#12

re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 9:54pm

I have not seen Damn Yankees yet.. will see it next few weeks..So I cant comment!

#13

re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/14/08 at 10:14pm

sry ljay. i will act more mature for your standards next time.

#14

re: Damn Yankees or In the Heights

Posted: 7/15/08 at 2:42am

If you can't comment, then why would you? I mean, unless it's just for the attention.

Now to answer the question of DAMN YANKEES or IN THE HEIGHTS I think you have to consider your mother's interest and sensibilities. Why are those the only two choices? Personally I found DAMN YANKEES to be a delightful Encores! production and suggest seeing it while you can.

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