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Question about In the Heights#1
Posted: 1/15/08 at 6:52pm
I was given the opportunity to have an expenses paid trip to see In the Heights a few weeks after it opens.

I've read a litte bit about it, and I'm kind of ambivalent... I used to be an avid theatre goer, but then life gets in the way, and I haven't been "in the know" for a couple of years...

Is this show supposed to be the next best thing? What's the buzz going around about it???
Updated On: 1/15/08 at 06:52 PM
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re: Question about In the Heights#2
Posted: 1/15/08 at 6:57pm
IT'S INCREDIBLE.


you are in for such a treat. truly. have no doubts or worries.
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re: Question about In the Heights#2
Posted: 1/15/08 at 7:52pm
This show is phenominal, there is so much talent and thought put into it and it's just a wonderful NEW (yes, new, not based off of a book or movie) concept. I would HIGHLY reccomend this show.
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re: Question about In the Heights#4
Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:00pm
I wish someone would give me an expenses paid trip to see it! Definitely go!
Who says four chairs and a keyboard can't make a musical?
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re: Question about In the Heights#5
Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:11pm
Well, if they give you an option for another show then I'd suggest Jersey Boys, Hairspray or even A Chorus Line. At least you'll come out with worthwhile-type smile on youir face. Just my two cents.
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re: Question about In the Heights#6
Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:16pm
Trish, we understand your dislike for the show. and the statement says " i won a trip to see In the Heights" so the obviously have no other choice. can u please let some people enjoy this show even if you don't? ever thread about in the heights,you have to say something against it. it no way am i trying to be mean i just wanted to let you know.
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re: Question about In the Heights#7
Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:21pm
Well, he asked for honest opinions. I'm entitled to mine. I think someone would enjoy those shows as they're proven successes. But if it's a do or die situation, then sure, go see ITH.
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re: Question about In the Heights#8
Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:22pm
There are numerous groups near me that always organize day trips to see shows since I am relatively close by. I saw numerous shows that way with my grandmother when I was a kid/teenager. She's not able to travel anymore, so whenever she hears of these trips she always offers to "send" me. This would be the first time I would take her up on the offer.

I just read that the show is produced by Seller.. It seems like everything he touches turns to gold....

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re: Question about In the Heights#9
Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:25pm
Not so true. HIGH FIDELITY. Mr. Sellers has many "friends" on this board.
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re: Question about In the Heights#10
Posted: 1/15/08 at 8:32pm
TRISH:

GO AWAY!
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re: Question about In the Heights#11
Posted: 1/15/08 at 9:59pm
Go see it! I cannot wait to see this, but cannot until April.

There are too many folks excited about this to pan it ahead of time.

If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it? These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.
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re: Question about In the Heights#12
Posted: 1/15/08 at 10:09pm
Charles Isherwood of New York Times gave it a GOOD review and it was one of the MUST SEE shows on OFF-Broadway's List on NYTimes
http://theater2.nytimes.com/mem/theater/treview.html?res=9F02E4D9113FF93AA35751C0A9619C8B63

(excerpt from his review......)

Coffee, light and sweet, is the fuel that keeps a busy world in motion in the new musical 'In the Heights,' a singing mural of Latin-American life that often has the inspiriting flavor of a morning pick-me-up on a warm summer day. Light and sweet are actually just the words to describe this amiable show, which boasts an infectious, bouncy Latin-pop score by a gifted young composer, Lin-Manuel Miranda, an unfortunately underspiced book by Quiara Alegría Hudes, and a stage full of energized, energetic performers you can't take your eyes off and won't want to.




Updated On: 1/15/08 at 10:09 PM
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re: Question about In the Heights#13
Posted: 1/15/08 at 10:12pm
Go see it!
http://www.beintheheights.com/katnicole1 (Please click and help me win!) I chose, and my world was shaken- So what?
The choice may have been mistaken, The choosing was not... "Every day has the potential to be the greatest day of your life." - Lin-Manuel Miranda
"And when Idina Menzel is singing, I'm always slightly worried that her teeth are going to jump out of her mouth and chase me." - Schmerg_the_Impaler
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re: Question about In the Heights#14
Posted: 1/16/08 at 1:18am
Jaystar-- thanks for posting that review!!!

I am definitely going to see it!!!!! I just hope I didn't wait too late!

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