In the Heights 2008 - Articles Page 2

Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: March 9, 2008
Closing: January 09, 2011

In the Heights - 2008 - Broadway History , Info & More

Richard Rodgers Theatre (Broadway)
226 W. 46th St. New York, NY 10036

Winner of the 2008 Tony Award for Best Musical.



Welcome to the kind of musical that comes around once in a generation. A musical that builds on the best traditions of theater while forging into fresh new territory. A musical about the importance of home, family and finding where you belong.



IN THE HEIGHTS tells the universal story of a vibrant community in Manhattan's Washington Heights - a place where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. It's a community on the brink of change, full of hopes, dreams and pressures, where the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you, and which ones you leave behind.



Discover where you belong, at Broadway's new Tony Award-winning classic, IN THE HEIGHTS.

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STAGE TUBE: HEIGHTS Friends Toast 'To Life' at Manuel's Wedding
by Jessica Lewis - September 9, 2010


On September 5, 2010, IN THE HEIGHTS creator Lin-Manuel Miranda wed his long-time girlfriend, Vanessa, in an intimate celebration amongst family and friends. For the evening's surprise tribute to the bride, Manuel recruited his family, his new in-laws, the bridesmaids and groomsmen, and some old HEIGHTS buddies to perform To Life (L'Chaim) from FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Click below to watch Manuel, and the teary bride, during the number!

BWW Interviews: HEIGHTS' Kyle Beltran
by Jessica Lewis - September 7, 2010


On August 19, 2010, In The Heights welcomed Kyle Beltran as Broadway's resident bodega owner, 'Usnavi,' following the footsteps of Heights creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and, most recently, Corbin Bleu. No stranger to the show, or the part of 'Usnavi,' Beltran originated the lovable role on the First National Tour of In The Heights, which opened last October in Tampa.

Photo Flash: To Mexico From New York With Love In Rehearsal
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 1, 2010


Broadway actress Bianca Marroquin (In the Heights, Chicago) is pleased to announce details for 'To Mexico From New York with Love,' a one-night-only benefit concert on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 (8 p.m.) at the Merkin Concert Hall in the Kaufman Center (129 West 67th Street).

Jordin Sparks Injured in IN THE HEIGHTS
by Robert Diamond - August 29, 2010


The star posted on Twitter last night after being injured in the show that 'Got my 1st broadway injury tonight. Hurt my hip in the first act. But I finished the show! Thank you so much to everyone who came tonight. Sorry I couldn't sign. :( It's hard to stand/walk. Hopefully the physical therapist can fix me! :) If you'd like, you can send your playbills/tkts/pics w/ a stamped return envelope to the theatre & I'll get them back to you. Thank you for understanding. It means the world. Love you guys. <3'

IN THE HEIGHTS Joins the NOH8 Campaign
by Lauren Wolman - August 29, 2010


NOH8 Supporter Rick Caroto, who has been working with the national tour of hit Broadway musical In The Heights, reached out to NOH8 Photographer Adam Bouska when the tour arrived at the Pantages Theater in Los Angeles so they could work together.

Photo Flash: First Look - Jordin Sparks in IN THE HEIGHTS!
by Jessica Lewis - August 24, 2010


The 2008 Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical In The Heights welcomed platinum recording artist and 2007 'American Idol' winner Jordin Sparks on August 19th, making her Broadway debut as Nina Rosario at Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street). Sparks will play a limited 12 week engagement through Sunday, November 14, 2010. Today, the first production photos of Sparks in In The Heights have been released!

BWW Interviews: Shaun Taylor-Corbett, HEIGHTS' New 'Sonny'
by Adrienne Onofri - August 27, 2010


After almost a year on the 'In the Heights' tour, Shaun is back in the B'way company and stealing scenes.

Photo Coverage: Jordin Sparks Debuts in 'IN THE HEIGHTS'
by Walter McBride - August 20, 2010


The 2008 Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical In The Heights welcomed platinum recording artist and 2007 'American Idol' winner Jordin Sparks last night, August 19th, making her Broadway debut as Nina Rosario at Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street). Sparks will play a limited 12 week engagement through Sunday, November 14, 2010.

STAGE TUBE: Jordin Sparks Performs HEIGHTS on 'Regis & Kelly'
by Jessica Lewis - August 19, 2010


The 2008 Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical In The Heights welcomed platinum recording artist and 2007 'American Idol' winner Jordin Sparks on Thursday, August 19th, making her Broadway debut as Nina Rosario at Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street). Sparks will play a limited 12 week engagement through Sunday, November 14, 2010. Jordin Sparks will perform 'Breathe' from In The Heights on Thursday, August 19th on 'Live! With Regis & Kelly.'

IN THE HEIGHTS' Sparks Performs On Live! With Regis & Kelly 8/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 18, 2010


The 2008 Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical In The Heights welcomed platinum recording artist and 2007 'American Idol' winner Jordin Sparks on Thursday, August 19th, making her Broadway debut as Nina Rosario at Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street).

STAGE TUBE: IN THE HEIGHTS Believes in Chris Jackson
by Nicole Rosky - August 17, 2010


Chris Jackson, who recently left the company of In the Heights after playing leading man Benny since 2002, was presented by his castmates with a truly inspirational tribute video. Receivng the help of Rascal Media, which also made IN THE HEIGHTS:CHASING BROADWAY DREAMS, Chris left the cast with this touching sendoff.

STAGE TUBE: Jordin Sparks Backstage At IN THE HEIGHTS
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 12, 2010


Jordin Sparks is set to make her Broadway debut in 'In The Heights' next week in NYC and Cambio got exclusive access to her rehearsals.

Photos: IN THE HEIGHTS Celebrates 1000th Performance on Broadway!
by Walter McBride - August 3, 2010


Yesterday, August 2, the cast and creative team of the 2008 Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical In The Heights, starring Corbin Bleu, toasted their 1,000th performance on Broadway. Partaking in the toast was In the Heights mastermind himself, Lin-Manuel Miranda, who recently joined the Heights tour out west. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration, and brings you official photo coverage below.

Photo Coverage: Corbin Bleu Honors 'New Heights' Scholarship Recipient
by BWW Photo Special - July 30, 2010


Yesterday, July 29, actor/singer Corbin Bleu attended the IN THE HEIGHTS 'Graduate To New Heights' scholarship presentation at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in New York City. A check for 17 thousand dollars was given to Rutgers student Rebecca Cunarro after the July 29th performance. BroadwayWorld brings coverage of the event below.

IN THE HEIGHTS Awards $17K to Rutgers Student
by Nicolas Coburn - July 29, 2010


Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical In the Heights in partnership with CLEAR CHANNEL NY awarded the first 'Graduate to New Heights Scholarship' to Rebecca Cunarro of Stockholm, NJ. Cunarro will receive $17,177.44 to continue her studies at Rutgers University. She was surprised with the news at the curtain call of the Thursday, July 29, performance of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical.

IN THE HEIGHTS Assistant Choreographer Luis Salgado Plays His Final Show 7/25
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2010


After six months, 181 performances, Off-Broadway and over two years and just under 1000 performances on Broadway, Latin Assistant Choreographer and ensemble member Luis Salgado will play his final performance of In the Heights at 7pm on July 25th.

STAGE TUBE: Sparks is 'Home' in HEIGHTS!
by Nicolas Coburn - July 23, 2010


A promotional teaser for American Idol Jordan Sparks' run in Broadway's IN THE HEIGHTS has been released! In it, Sparks is heard singing 'When You're Home' on the streets of New York. BroadwayWorld brings you a special look at the video below!

TV: Lin-Manuel Miranda Talks HEIGHTS Movie
by Robert Diamond - July 23, 2010


BroadwayWorld reporter Audra Stafford went behind the scenes of HEIGHTS with Miranda to talk about revisiting the role he made famous on Broadway on the road and here, about the upcoming film version of IN THE HEIGHTS.

In the Heights FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of In the Heights have there been?
In the Heights has had 9 productions including Waterford, CT (Regional) which opened in 2005, Off-Broadway which opened in 2007, Off-Broadway which opened in 2007, Broadway which opened in 2008, US Tour which opened in 2009, US Tour which opened in 2011, West End which opened in 2015, Washington, DC (Regional) which opened in 2018 and Motion Picture which opened in 2020.
What Tony Awards has In the Heights been nominated for?
Best Musical , , Best Book of a Musical for Quiara Alegria Hudes, Best Choreography for Andy Blankenbuehler, Best Costume Design of a Musical for Paul Tazewell, Best Direction of a Musical for Thomas Kail, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Howell Binkley , Best Orchestrations for Alex Lacamoire, Best Orchestrations for Bill Sherman, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Lin-Manuel MirandaBest Scenic Design of a Musical for Anna Louizos and Best Sound Design of a Musical for Acme Sound Partners.
What Tony Awards has In the Heights won?
Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Quiara Alegria Hudes Best Choreography for Andy Blankenbuehler Best Costume Design of a Musical for Paul Tazewell, Best Direction of a Musical for Thomas Kail, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Howell Binkley , Best Orchestrations for Alex Lacamoire, Best Orchestrations for Bill Sherman, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Lin-Manuel Miranda, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Anna Louizos, Best Sound Design of a Musical for Acme Sound Partners, .
What awards has In the Heights been nominated for?
In the Heights has been nominated for several awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes, the creators of the show, were both nominated for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

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