In the Heights 2008

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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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR In the Heights

In The Heights
9 / 10

What makes 'In the Heights' so unique, however, is that despite the driving pulse of its Latin-American rhythms, blending hip-hop, rap, jazz, pop, salsa and merengue, this buoyant musical also nods reverently to the traditions of the show tune. From its catchy opening number, which tosses in references to Cole Porter and Billy Strayhorn while swiftly introducing a large gallery of key characters and placing them within a vividly drawn community, the musical's plucky marriage of youthful freshness and lovingly old-fashioned craft is hard to resist.

With shallow story, Broadway's 'In the Heights' can't soar
6 / 10

Despite its shortcomings, director Thomas Kail's production, which has changed slightly from last year's Off-Broadway run, has its pleasures. What it lacks in story and believability it makes up for in a vibrant rap- and salsa-flavored score, spirited dances and great-looking design. And the cast is sweeter than dollops of dulce de leche.

BWW TV FLASHBACK EXCLUSIVE: In The Heights Sitzprobe (Never Before Seen Footage!)
by Craig Brockman - January 9, 2011

After over 1200 performances on Broadway - the multi Tony Award-winning hit, In The Heights, closes this weekend. What better way to bid a fond adios to the beloved show than for BroadwayWorld to present this exclusive video flashback with never-before-seen footage of the sitzprobe (where the original cast and orchestra meet and perform for the first time). No fancy camera work and editing. Just pure raw talent doing what they love most.

The Cast Of IN THE HEIGHTS Kicks Off Cabaret Cares 1/5
by BWW News Desk - January 5, 2011

Cabaret Cares kicks off the new year with the cast of Broadways In The Heights.

The Cast Of IN THE HEIGHTS Kicks Off Cabaret Cares 1/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 3, 2011

Cabaret Cares kicks off the new year with the cast of Broadways In The Heights.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Returns to IN THE HEIGHTS for Show's Final 2 Weeks
by BWW News Desk - December 25, 2010

BroadwayWorld has confirmed that IN THE HEIGHTS will play its final performance on Broadway on January 9, 2011. Returning to the show on December 25th will be its original, Tony-winning star (and creator) Lin-Manuel Miranda as Usnavi.

IN THE HEIGHTS on Broadway Says Goodbye to Danny Bolero as 'Kevin Rosario,' 12/5
by BWW News Desk - December 5, 2010

After earning great reviews with the First National Tour of IN THE HEIGHTS for his emotional portrayal of 'Kevin Rosario,' the hard-working father who gives up everything to send his only child to college, Danny Bolero performed the role on Broadway for one week during the holiday season. His last performance will be December 5.

IN THE HEIGHTS on Broadway Welcomes Danny Bolero as 'Kevin Rosario,' 11/29 - 12/5
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2010

After earning great reviews with the First National Tour of IN THE HEIGHTS for his emotional portrayal of 'Kevin Rosario,' the hard-working father who gives up everything to send his only child to college, DANNY BOLERO will perform the role on Broadway for one week during the holiday season, running from November 29 through December 5.

Jordin Sparks Plays Last Show at IN THE HEIGHTS, 11/14; Rosario Begins 11/15
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2010

The producers of the 2008 Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical In The Heights have announced that Arielle Jacobs will make her Broadway debut as Nina Rosario on Monday, November 15, 2010 at Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street). Jordin Sparks will play her final performance as Nina on Sunday, November 14, 2010. As previously announced In The Heights will play its final Broadway performance Sunday, January 9, 2011 at 7pm, with Tony Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda re-joining the cast on Saturday, December 25, 2010.

Jackson & Stewart Return to IN THE HEIGHTS for Final Weeks of Run in Dec.
by Jessica Lewis - November 10, 2010

The producers of the 2008 Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical In The Heights are happy to announce that original cast members Christopher Jackson and Seth Stewart will join Lin-Manuel Miranda and return for the musical's final weeks on Broadway at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street). As previously announced In The Heights will play its final Broadway performance Sunday, January 9, 2011 at 7pm, with Seth Stewart re-joining the cast on Monday, December 6, Christopher Jackson re-joining the cast on Monday, December 20, and Tony Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda re-joining the cast on Saturday, December 25, 2010. All three original stars will play through the final performance on Sunday, January 9, 2011.

Arielle Jacobs to Join IN THE HEIGHTS on Broadway
by Robert Diamond - November 4, 2010

The producers of the 2008 Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical In The Heights have announced that Arielle Jacobs will make her Broadway debut as Nina Rosario on Monday, November 15, 2010 at Broadway's Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street). Jordin Sparks will play her final performance as Nina on Sunday, November 14, 2010. As previously announced In The Heights will play its final Broadway performance Sunday, January 9, 2011 at 7pm, with Tony Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda re-joining the cast on Saturday, December 25, 2010.

IN THE HEIGHTS to Close January 9, 2011; Miranda to Return December 25
by Robert Diamond - October 27, 2010

BroadwayWorld has confirmed that IN THE HEIGHTS will play its final performance on Broadway on January 9, 2011. Returning to the show on December 25th will be its original, Tony-winning star (and creator) Lin-Manuel Miranda as Usnavi.

IN THE HEIGHTS on Broadway Welcomes Danny Bolero as 'Kevin Rosario,' 11/29 - 12/5
by Jessica Lewis - October 4, 2010

After earning great reviews with the First National Tour of IN THE HEIGHTS for his emotional portrayal of 'Kevin Rosario,' the hard-working father who gives up everything to send his only child to college, DANNY BOLERO will perform the role on Broadway for one week during the holiday season, running from November 29 through December 5.

Jordin Sparks Launches New Fragrance 'Because of You'
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 4, 2010

IN THE HEIGHTS star Jordin Sparks is set to launch her debut fragrance this month. It will be called 'Because of You.'

Photo Coverage: Jordin Sparks Visits 'FOX And Friends'
by BWW Photo Special - September 22, 2010

Today, September 22, In The Heights star Jordin Sparks visited 'FOX and Friends' at the FOX Studios in New York City. BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage of her segment below.

Photo Coverage: Jordin Sparks Opens in HEIGHTS - The After Party
by Jennifer Forchelli - September 16, 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. To celebrate Jordin's official opening in the show this week, Sparks and the cast of IN THE HEIGHTS celebrated at Angus McIndoe. BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage of the party below.

BWW TV Special: Jordin Sparks in IN THE HEIGHTS!
by Robert Diamond - September 14, 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. To celebrate Jordin's official opening in the show, we've got the show's new official production footage featuring her, Kyle Beltran and the rest of the IN THE HEIGHTS cast!

STAGE TUBE: Jordin Sparks on Her Times Square Billboard!
by Jessica Lewis - September 14, 2010

Last night, September 13, Jordin Sparks, 'American Idol' winner and current star of the Tony and Grammy Award winning musical IN THE HEIGHTS, visited the nationally syndicated 'The Wendy Williams Show.' Click below to watch the segment in which Jordin talks about what it's like having your own billboard in Times Square!

Jordin Sparks To Guest On The Wendy Williams Show 9/13
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2010

Jordin Sparks, 'American Idol' winner and current star of the Tony and Grammy Award winning musical IN THE HEIGHTS, will be a guest on the nationally syndicated 'The Wendy Williams Show,' scheduled to air on Monday, September 13.

Jordin Sparks To Guest On The Wendy Williams Show 9/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 10, 2010

Jordin Sparks, 'American Idol' winner and current star of the Tony and Grammy Award winning musical IN THE HEIGHTS, will be a guest on the nationally syndicated 'The Wendy Williams Show,' scheduled to air on Monday, September 13.

Photo Coverage: IN THE HEIGHTS Sings 'Carols For A Cure'
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - September 10, 2010

Yesterday, September 9, the cast of Broadway's IN THE HEIGHTS recorded a number for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS annual Carols for a Cure Album, which features Broadway casts performing holiday standards in the style of their musical's numbers. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the HEIGHTS recording session and brings you photo coverage below!

In the Heights FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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.
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.
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, .
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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