Last night's performance was wonderful!! I haven't listened to the cast recording quite some time, so it was nice to hear the music live. I forgot just how much I enjoyed this show.
The cast was off book for most of the evening, but sometimes a notebook appeared throughout as a reminder that this wasn't supposed to be a full-fledged performance. That being said, it didn't detract from the proceedings onstage.
Not a weak link in the cast, and I'm so glad Eliseo Roman reprised his role of Piragua Guy as he wasn't in the final Broadway performance.
Anthony Ramos was very good as Usnavi. This was the first time I had ever seen Eden Espinosa onstage. Her performance as Daniela did not disappoint. I didn't realize she was involved with one of the earlier readings of In the Heights as Nina.
Virgil Gadson was adorable as Graffiti Pete. I recognized him immediately from After Midnight.
My only regret was not buying my ticket when they first went on sale. I had to hold out for an added performance. I definitely would have liked to have seen this more than once.
I loved the choreography. I could not keep my eyes off of Wade Voltaire-Green and Morgan Marcell whenever they were dancing.
The cast all looked like they were enjoying themselves last night.
Hey Dottie!
Did your colleagues enjoy the cake even though your cat decided to sit on it? ~GuyfromGermany