A beloved New York story is coming back to the city that inspired it. In the Heights returns to New York City October 28–November 15, with a fresh cast stepping into the world of Washington Heights.
This vibrant production celebrates the show’s lasting cultural resonance while introducing its story and score to a new generation of audiences. In the Heights originally opened on Broadway at the Richard Rodgers Theatre on March 9, 2008 and ran through January 9, 2011, and went on to win multiple Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The acclaimed film adaptation was released in 2021.
Find out more information, including a theatre, dates, tickets, and more, here on Broadway Direct.
What is New York City Center’s In the Heights about?
In the Heights blends hip-hop, Latin rhythms, and traditional Broadway sounds to tell a multigenerational story about family, ambition, and belonging. The 2008 Tony Award-winning musical unfolds over three summer days in New York City’s Washington Heights as bodega owner Usnavi and his neighbors navigate the meaning of home in a rapidly changing neighborhood. Under Mendizábal’s direction, the concert production underscores the show’s lasting cultural resonance and introduces its story and score to a new generation of audiences.
Who will be in the cast of New York City Center’s In the Heights?
The cast of In The Heights will feature Natalie Venetia Belcon as Claudia, Jaci Calderon as Nina, Ashley De La Rosa as Vanessa, Linedy Genao as Daniela, Ishmael Gonzalez as Sonny, Ivan Hernandez as Kevin, Cedric Leiba Jr as Piragüero, Matte Martinez as Usnavi, Aaron James McKenzie as Benny, Ilia Isorelýs Paulino as Carla, and Veronica Vazquez-Jackson as Camila. The cast also includes Gabi Campo, Adriel Flete, Amanda K. Lopez, Kate Louissaint, Ángel Lozada, Yani Marin, Alora Tonielle Martinez, Bianca Leticia Medina, Sael Antonio Nuñez, Cristian ”Chino” Rodriguez, Kiki Rodriguez, SeQuoiia , Michael Anthony Sylvester, and Ricardo A. Zayas.
Who is on the creative team of New York City Center’s In the Heights?
In the Heights features Tony Award-winning music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda and a book by Pulitzer Prize winner Quiara Alegría Hudes. The creative team includes Scenic Designer Riw Rakkulchon, Costume Designer Dede Ayite, Lighting Designer Justin Townsend, Sound Designer Alex Neumann, Production Stage Manager Cynthia Cahill, Choreographer Mayte Natalio, Music Director Alejandro Senior, and Director David Mendizábal.
Will the New York City Center production of In the Heights come to Broadway?
While New York City Center productions like Into the Woods and Parade have transferred to Broadway in the past, a transfer of In the Heights has not been announced.
Where can I buy tickets to New York City Center’s In the Heights?
Tickets for In the Heights can be purchased online at here.
