In the Heights: A New Musical

[broadwayboy430]

Posted: 2/19/07 at 2:29pm

Has anybody seen it? From the video preview, it looks pretty fun.

[WithoutATrace]

Posted: 2/19/07 at 2:33pm

Yes, I saw it on February 4th. I went in thinking I was going to *hate* every second of it, and I ended up enjoying it a lot. The music was excellent and so were the performers. I'm not sure it is worth $85 or whatever their top ticket price is right now, but it is definitely worth checking out if you can get a cheap ticket.

[Smartful Dodger]

Posted: 2/19/07 at 4:46pm

Previous IN THE HEIGHTS Thread/Brief Review

[Smartful Dodger]

Posted: 2/19/07 at 4:47pm

IN THE HEIGHTS in THE NEW YORK TIMES

[Broadwayfan120791]

Posted: 2/20/07 at 1:24am

I've Seen it...and it seems like a lot of other threads have been made on this & a lot of people on here have seen it as well.

Anyways, awesome show, you might not go in expecting to love it, but you most likely will come out Loving it!

I saw it a week ago and now I am going for a second time on Saturday...amazing show!!

[Fantabulous428]

Posted: 2/20/07 at 1:35am

I definitely recommend In the Heights. While I didn't find it to be the most revolutionary show ever, it was original, fresh, and entertaining. The songs are catchy, and the music is so versatile that I don't see how you can come out of it not liking something.

[LS2]

Posted: 2/24/07 at 11:10am

It is a Really FUN show... Take the chance and see for your self!

[brainpolice23]

Posted: 2/24/07 at 11:20am

it looks awesome from the preview.

[littlechavela2]

Posted: 2/24/07 at 12:07pm

Anyone know if they're going to make a cast album of it (or have)? I really love the music.

[musicnmath]

Posted: 2/25/07 at 1:26pm

Are there any kind of rush tickets for this show? Or should I just go with the Broadwaybox discount?

[desiree armfeldt]

Posted: 2/25/07 at 2:51pm

He actually taught at my school! He's amazing. I haven't seen it yet, but I absolutely cannot wait to!

[Benzy92]

Posted: 2/25/07 at 2:56pm

theres rush two hours before the show i believe.. $25

[misschung]

Posted: 2/25/07 at 3:15pm

I didn't like what I saw from the video preview, but I've read so many posts that people love the show. And it caught my interest from the NY times article last week.
I think I'll test my luck and see if I can score a cheap ticket

[JustABroadwaybaby2]

Posted: 2/25/07 at 3:16pm

I saw it. It was kind of campy, a little hokey, needs work. A lot of work. It was very Rent uptown-esque. Not theatrical gold. Good performers, though. The location wasn't very prime, either.

[Smartful Dodger]

Posted: 2/25/07 at 5:05pm

They're taking orders for the cast recording, suggesting release in mid-April.

[Benzy92]

Posted: 2/25/07 at 6:40pm

however the show hasn't been recorded yet!

[Broadwayfan120791]

Posted: 2/25/07 at 7:40pm

theres rush two hours before the show i believe.. $25

has anyone actually gotten the rush tickets, if so where are the seats?

[4JewsInaRoomBtchng]

Posted: 2/25/07 at 8:10pm

eeeeek. So, I hate to be negative, but I have to be honest when I say I was REALLY disappointed with In the Heights.

I really wanted it to be good and I was holding onto hope for a little while in act 1...but it just didn't hold my interset. I don't think it has to do that I'm not from washington heights or am of a different racial/socioeconomic class...it was just very predictable, slow and most of the songs were just these asides, having nothing to do with the plot or the characters' relationships with each other. All of the songs were the same. I walked out of the show not being able to remember one melody or some title, except for one, alevanza, b/c the entire song was basically repeating the word over and over. it WAS a beautiful vocal arrangement, though. I dont know, i was disappointed.

anyone else?

On a positive note, the actors were great, the set was AMAZING and the overall production of the musical was superior to most other off broadway stuff. It did have some funny moments, but as far as great musicals go, i'm not sure how this stacks up against the rest.

[allvocal]

Posted: 2/25/07 at 8:47pm

I didn't like this show when I saw it.. althought it WAS previews.. I liked the idea of it. I thought it had some good moments... the 'blackout' moment. They also had some sound problems or rather balance problems.. also my seat was completly broken... but it was full so I was like tense the whole show.. I told the usher afterwords.. he seemed as uninterested as possible.

[bryan]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 12:41am

i am glad it is geting a cast cd made but all shows need to like good vibrations, hot feet, in my life, lennon and ring of fire.

[LS2]

Posted: 2/26/07 at 12:59am

I want to share the comments of people that don't get the chance to read this BROADWAY WORLD space... But have there take on the show!

Leeta

Feb 25 2007 5:21A

I was taken somewhere that I have not been taken to in musical theater for a while. I am in love with this show. I live in Boston but you will see me often. Brilliance...sheer brilliance and insane talent. Wow. Thank you. I gave the show major props in my blog!
Christopher

Feb 24 2007 5:48P

The show was even more amazing the second time...and I know it'll get more and more amazing (if that's even possible) the third and fourth and fifth and sixth times I see it!!! Can't wait to share this journey again!
·*`_^Anais^_`*·

Feb 24 2007 6:50A

Kudos to the everyone in the cast and crew of "In the Heights." I can honestly say this is the first show I've seen in a long time (on or off-Broadway) that I thoroughly enjoyed.
Mel

Feb 24 2007 5:29A

I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!! i saw it on wednesday with three of my girlfriends, the men are hot, the women are gorgeous not to mention EVERYONE is so skilled! my fave were the older couple though, so much talent!!!!!!!!!! i have showered superlatives on the show to everyone i speak to!
DJ NITTI

Feb 24 2007 3:04A

SENSATIONAL!!!
I just saw the show a few hours ago and I'm still in awe.
The cast, music, choreography, performances, everything, was amazing.
I urge everyone to see it, twice!
I know I will!!!

Anandini

Feb 23 2007 6:09P

Such a wonderful show with SO much heart. Makes me want to see an Indian version that takes place in Jackson Heights. The dancers were all stunning and Lin-Manuel Miranda, you've got it goin' ON man.
Jason

Feb 23 2007 2:05P

I can't wait- I'm seeing the show tonight for the second time with 9 co-workers. Kick ass!! This show is the best musical I've ever seen.
Photo Matt

Feb 23 2007 12:00P

An AWESOME V Day gift from my lady!

Great show!

I'm ready for the sequel :P
Nicole

Feb 23 2007 11:01A

Can't wait to see the show on sunday!
Christopher

Feb 22 2007 8:28P

Seeing the show AGAIN tomorrow night! Can't wait to see/hear all the changes...and watch/listen to that AMAZINGLY TALENTED cast!!!!!!!!!!!
Isabel Santiago

Feb 22 2007 7:11A

Saw show last night... HOT! Loved it.
Scotty

Feb 21 2007 5:12P

THIS SHOW IS THE ISH!!! I mean what more could you ask for? Hot beats, hot songs, HOT CAST MEMBERS and an abuela that can bring the house down! YES! If this is the new direction of musical theatre then bring it on!! Bravo to the cast, orchestra and