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

[PiraguaGuy2]

Posted: 12/16/08 at 12:08pm

He has always been the weak link in the cast for me. His line deliveries are always the same, and his vocal problems are numerous and well-documented in this thread.

[Anakela]

Posted: 12/17/08 at 12:38pm

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]

Posted: 12/17/08 at 5:22pm

There is a new kevin now...

[dancingthrulife04]

Posted: 12/17/08 at 7:17pm

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

[Anakela]

Posted: 12/26/08 at 7:23pm

The Times has a story about Broadway's use of viral marketing that is pretty much 3/4 talking about what In the Heights has done (youtube spoofs, Legally Brown, Nicholas, etc.) and 1/4 talking about oh yeah, some other shows are doing some stuff too, lol...


Broadway’s Marketing Turns Interactive

[FaFa42]

Posted: 1/1/09 at 11:09pm

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

[FaFa42]

Posted: 1/1/09 at 11:13pm

"Michael and Luis,
You guys rock! Love the video and I think its amazing what you are doing. Nicholas"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qn3_MBcqLD4

R.Evolucion Latina works with the kids of Mercy Center and The Point bringing their mission with the support of Nike.

Directors Luis Salgado Michael Balderrama talk to the kids about GOING BEYOND!

R.Evolucion Latina: We are a collective of artists and activists committed to empower the artistic community in order to inspire growth within the Latino Community through collaboration, productions and educational support programs.

[JP2]

Posted: 1/8/09 at 3:09pm

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

[Anakela]

Posted: 1/8/09 at 5:53pm

Shaun Taylor-Corbett will be playing Usnavi in IN THE HEIGHTS this Thursday 1/8, Friday 1/9 and Sunday 1/11.

broadwayunderstudies.com

[JP2]

Posted: 1/8/09 at 5:55pm

Is Shaun Taylor-Corbett any good?

[dancingthrulife04]

Posted: 1/9/09 at 10:21am

I've never seen his Usnavi, but I loved him as Sonny.


I'm going tomorrow and I was kind of hoping to see Javier!Usnavi. Oh well.

[shpants]

Posted: 1/9/09 at 11:20am

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!

[insertclevernamehere]

Posted: 1/9/09 at 2:08pm

I had to bump the thread for this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5GZNLtlK0k

[MyLife]

Posted: 1/9/09 at 2:16pm

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

[DottieD'Luscia]

Posted: 1/9/09 at 2:27pm

That video is too cute (as is Shaun Taylor Corbett).

[shpants]

Posted: 1/9/09 at 5:33pm

Love the video!
Totally adorable

[PiraguaGuy2]

Posted: 1/9/09 at 5:40pm

Aww!

[Anakela]

Posted: 1/13/09 at 5:18pm

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

[Drunk Chita Rivera]

Posted: 1/13/09 at 7:42pm

So I know some people don't like when people do this but I'm doing it. I run the ITH forum and am we are planning on making a little scrapbook for Lin. Me and few other people will present it. I know maybe some other people will make one as well and that's fine with me. So if you would like to send in a picture of you and Lin or just of Lin or something like that that would be great. Also if you would like to include a little message or letter that would be nice.

[Anakela]

Posted: 1/19/09 at 2:53am

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

[EnWashingtonHeights]

Posted: 1/19/09 at 9:26am

any others?

[Anakela]

Posted: 1/22/09 at 12:19am

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

[Effanineffable]

Posted: 1/22/09 at 5:10am

I was wondering if anyone would be interested in an In the Heights RPG. I'm in the process of making one and I'd like to know if there's any interest before I go through with it.

[steven22]

Posted: 1/22/09 at 6:38am

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!

[feline0favenueQ]

Posted: 1/22/09 at 7:14am

I'm going Saturday mat with 5 of my friends who know nothing about the show, won't they be surprised?