RIALTO CHATTER: Miranda To Exit 'HEIGHTS' 2/15
by Eddie Varley
- Jan 12, 2009
Various online reports are indicating that Tony Winner Lin-Manuel Miranda will play his final performance as 'Usnavi' in his acclaimed Broadway hit, IN THE HEIGHTS on Sunday, February 15th, 2009 at 7pm. IN THE HEIGHTS opened to critical acclaim, going on to win four 2008 Tony Awards (Best Musical, Best Score, Best Choreography, Best Orchestrations), and garnering a 2008 Grammy Award nomination for the original cast album. In November, 2008, Universal Pictures acquired the rights to produce a feature film based on IN THE HEIGHTS.
IN THE HEIGHTS Recoups 10 Million in 10 Months, Continues to Break B.O. Records
by Eddie Varley
- Jan 8, 2009
Kevin McCollum, Jeffrey Seller and Jill Furman, the lead producers of the 2008 Tony Award-winning Best Musical IN THE HEIGHTS, announced today in a statement the recoupment of the show's $10 million investment after running only 10 months (337 performances) since opening on Broadway Sunday, March 9, 2008, at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street).
'Siento Hermosa' WEST SIDE STORY Inspires Latin Audiences
by Eddie Varley
- Jan 5, 2009
The Washington Post has a wonderful article on the Spanish language additions to the iconic Broadway bound West Side Story. The Bilingual staging is getting much acclaim as it woos Washington D.C. audiences with the rich melodies of Leonard Bernstein.
'Something's Coming'...WEST SIDE STORY Box Office Opens 1/4
by Eddie Varley
- Jan 4, 2009
The box office will open on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. for the new Broadway production of WEST SIDE STORY. Directed by multiple Tony Award winner and author of the musical Arthur Laurents, WEST SIDE STORY will begin preview performances at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway) on Broadway on Monday, February 23, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, March 19, 2009.
'Something's Coming'...WEST SIDE STORY Box Office Opens 1/4
by Eddie Varley
- Dec 30, 2008
The box office will open on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. for the new Broadway production of WEST SIDE STORY. Directed by multiple Tony Award winner and author of the musical Arthur Laurents, WEST SIDE STORY will begin preview performances at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway) on Broadway on Monday, February 23, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, March 19, 2009.
NYC Council Honors IN THE HEIGHTS with Special Proclamation 1/18
by Eddie Varley
- Dec 17, 2008
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.
Harriell Joins IN THE HEIGHTS Tonight 11/18
by Eddie Varley
- Nov 18, 2008
Marcy Harriell joins the 2008 Tony Award Winning Best Musical IN THE HEIGHTS tonight Tuesday, November 18, taking over the role of Vanessa. Marcy Harriell has starred on Broadway in Rent and Lennon and also in Encores! Kismet.
IN THE HEIGHTS to be a Universal Big Screen Musical
by Eddie Varley
- Nov 7, 2008
Universal Pictures announced today that it has acquired the rights to produce a feature film based on In The Heights, a multi-generational and multi-ethnic musical by Tony Award winner, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegria Hudes.
Marcy Harriell Joins IN THE HEIGHTS 11/18
by Eddie Varley
- Nov 6, 2008
Marcy Harriell will join the 2008 Tony Award Winning Best Musical IN THE HEIGHTS on Tuesday, November 18, taking over the role of Vanessa. Marcy Harriell has starred on Broadway in Rent and Lennon and also in Encores! Kismet.
IN THE HEIGHTS Holiday Schedule and New Performances Announced
by BWW News Desk
- Oct 27, 2008
IN THE HEIGHTS, the winner of four 2008 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play holiday performances for the Halloween, Election Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and News Years holidays at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street), with added performances at 8pm on Monday October 27, Monday November 3, Monday December 22, and Monday December 29, and at 2pm on Friday November 28, and Tuesday December 30.
IN THE HEIGHTS Holiday Schedule and New Performances Announced
by Reynard Loki
- Oct 22, 2008
IN THE HEIGHTS, the winner of four 2008 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play holiday performances for the Halloween, Election Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and News Years holidays at the Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street), with added performances at 8pm on Monday October 27, Monday November 3, Monday December 22, and Monday December 29, and at 2pm on Friday November 28, and Tuesday December 30.
Photo Coverage: Tony Award Winners In The Press Room!
by Walter McBride
- Jun 16, 2008
Last night the 2008 Tony Awards took place at Radio City Music Hall. After the lucky and talented winners gave their speeches to the crowd, they moved onto the press room where they were able to show off their new awards and speak some more about their gratitude.
TONYS 2008 Q&A: IN THE HEIGHTS
by Eddie Varley
- Jun 15, 2008
Nominated for 13 TONY Awards 'In The Heights' features Latin, Salsa and Hip-Hop-infused music, conceived and written by emerging superstar Lin-Manuel Miranda. BroadwayWorld.com got some quotes from the talented nominees on how they felt, how strong the show's emotional connection is with the audience, and the magic of the Tony Awards!
Photo Coverage: Lin-Manuel Miranda Honored by The National Arts Club
by Linda Lenzi
- Jun 4, 2008
The President, Board of Governors & The Theatre/Drama Committee of The National Arts Club presented Lin-Manuel Miranda with a Gold Medal Presentation on June 2nd at the National Arts Club. Lin-Manuel Miranda is the Tony nominated star and creator of the hit Broadway production 'In The Heights. '
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