The Official "In The Heights" Love Thread.... — Page 83

The New York City Council will honor the 2008 Tony Award-winning Best Musical IN THE HEIGHTS with a special Proclamation.

Speaker Christine Quinn and NYC Councilmember Miguel Martinez and Councilmember Robert Jackson will present the Proclamation to IN THE HEIGHTS' producer Jill Furman and composer/leading actor Lin-Manuel Miranda for the show's success in introducing millions of people to the vibrant neighborhood and its residents situated at the top of the island of Manhattan.

The event will take place on Thursday December 18th in the City Hall Chambers.

NYC Council Honors IN THE HEIGHTS with Special Proclamation 1/18

EnWashingtonHeights - Read back a page, it's already been posted.

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As reviewed in Dance Magazine!

Latin Fusion with Luis Salgado

Instructional DVD. $24.99. www.luissalgado.com.

Dancing in the Broadway hit In the Heights, Luis Salgado sways his way into the audience's hearts with his suave moves and upbeat personality. This charismatic persona shines on the small screen in his new instructional DVD, when Salgado teaches his unique blend of Latin style and hip hop. His in-depth knowledge of Latin movement and integrated style of choreography lay the groundwork for combinations in "Latin jazz" and "Latin lyrical." Afterward, watch the lessons transform into performances while Salgado and his team of dancers showcase his choreography in "music videos"--an added treat. But beginners beware: The pacing is swift and basic steps are glossed over quickly. However, the heartbeat and balmy groove of Latin dance remain the focus. You might not master the exact footwork--or hip work--but you will get a dose of true Latin passion.--Lauren Kay

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Is it true Lin is out all week? I'm seeing the show on Sunday and was hoping he'd be there.

Is Shaun Taylor-Corbett any good?

I saw Shaun Taylor-Corbett as Sonny and I thought he was great!

Never seen him as Usnavi, though...

Would be interested to know how he is!

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I saw Shaun as Usnavi and I thought he was better than Javier. Looking forward to hopefully seeing him again...

Love the video!
Totally adorable

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Revamped "The Electric Company" starts later this month... man, I just wondered how many on here ever even watched "The Electric Company"... anyway-

Part of [executive producer Karen] Fowler's approach has been to incorporate hip-hop into the show. She hired the creative team from the Tony Award-winning musical "In the Heights" as music supervisors and worked with an improv hip-hop group called Freestyle Love Supreme. The hip-hop group performs most of the musical numbers -- songs like "Silent E Is a Ninja" and "Miss Bossy R."

Spring TV Previews: The Electric Company

2009-2010 seasons/tour dates are starting to be announced-

San Diego stop will be July 27 - Aug 1, 2010
Broadway San Diego 2009-2010 season

So January's almost over and I just made my first trip of the year back to Heights tonight.

Doreen!Daniela and Krysta!Carla were on tonight (fyi for the Krysta Rodriguez fans: apparently Janet Dacal's on vacay this week. Don't know if that means Krysta's doing all eight shows or not, but she was on last night, and tonight...), both of whom I've seen before and enjoy, and it was my first time seeing Nina's new dad Rick Negron, who is fab, but... how has the new (to Broadway) swing Jon Rua not been discussed here yet???

He was on in Rickey's track, and I could not keep my eyes off this guy! I was sitting next to someone who had never seen the show before, and at intermission he started flipping thru his Playbill asking about "the guy with the mohawk" and the best I could respond with was "I know!" That stage is always full of amazing dancers, but Rua totally caught my eye tonight, so I had to post some swing love. (www.jonrua.net :))

And, in case any of you were wondering, Usnavi now brings New Zealand Shiraz vintage *2009* to the dinner. hee.

Updated On: 1/22/09 at 12:19 AM

I saw the show sunday night (the 19th) and i noticed that guy in the ensemble too...Krysta was out though...(she was at SA closing night)....I saw full cast...and loved rick as nina's dad...and marcy..etc...everyone was great...tell us about doreen! daniella!