The film adaptation of In The Heights is now in theaters and on HBO Max. Jimmy Smits, who plays the role of Kevin Rosario, recently chatted about how he prepared for the film, putting together clips of him singing to prove he could, and more!
During a scene in which Kevin Rosario (played by Jimmy Smits) is on hold to talk to Stanford, the hold music is a little instrumental of 'You'll Be Back', the iconic song sung by King George III in Hamilton!
In the clip, watch as Lin-Manuel Miranda, Thomas Kail, Quiara Hudes, Bill Sherman, Alex Lacamoire, and Andy Blankenbuehler figured out how to end the musical's big number, 96,000.
The new film adaptation of 'In The Heights' has brought in box office numbers that are lower than predicted. The film was expected to generate more than $20 million. However, with it bringing in $4.9 million on Friday from 3,456 theaters, its 3-day estimate is now just under $13 million.
Considered by Hamilton's Lin-Manuel Miranda to be the 'next big thing' on Broadway, Mexican director, composer, arranger, and orchestrator Jaime Lozano is 'returning' to Joe's Pub on June 24 with a virtual concert as part of its series Joe's Pub Live!, a free series of streamed performances.
Getting to experience the energy that new arrangements and new voices brings to the beloved material is a delight from beginning to end. Even if the movie’s reduced tracklist feels more like a “highlights” album, the record clips along with mirth and will easily have listeners dancing and singing along.
In the interview, Ramos talked about getting his career start in Radio City Music Hall, and teased his album Love and Lies. He also talked about stepping into Lin-Manuel Miranda’s role for the movie adaptation of In the Heights, and how Miranda didn't offer him much advice.
The film adaptation of In The Heights officially hits theaters this week, but you can watch the first eight minutes of the film now, featuring Anthony Ramos, Melissa Barrera, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and more!
The cast and creatives of In The Heights sat down with SiriusXM’s Jess Cagle for a SiriusXM Town Hall special. Jon M. Chu, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Anthony Ramos, Melissa Barrera, Leslie Grace and Corey Hawkins talking about their highly anticipated movie which is out on June 10.
With “Crazy Rich Asians” director Jon M. Chu at the helm, it’s no surprise that “In The Heights” is full of visual creativity and vibrant color. What’s so special about this film is not just the way it looks, however; it’s the way it feels.
When 'In the Height's dances its way onto HBO Max and into theaters on June 10th, it will bring with it a build-up of anticipation and excitement that has been almost unparalleled for a modern movie musical. 'In the Heights' brings with it now a legacy of celebration, representation, community, and joy, just waiting to set the screen ablaze.
The cast of 'In The Heights' features Anthony Ramos, Leslie Grace, Corey Hawkins, Melissa Barrera, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Dascha Polanco, Stephanie Beatriz, Gregory Diaz IV, Olga Meridez, and Jimmy Smits.
Earlier this week, the best of Broadway gathered for MCC's Miscast. The biggest stars of stage and screen once again took to the virtual stage to sing songs from roles in which they would not traditionally be cast, inviting theater fans from around the world to join in the celebration.
Today (May 20) in live streaming: your last chance to watch Miscast, Oli Higginson and Molly Lynch visit Backstage Live, the Next on Stage Top 10, and more!
Today (May 19) in live streaming: more chances to watch Miscast, Lilli and Chuck Cooper visit Backstage Live, a Pageant reunion on Stars in the House, and more!
Auction items include in-person VIP experiences with Lin-Manuel Miranda, Luis Miranda, and Quiara Alegría Hudes, an advanced screening of the movie, private Zoom meet-and-greets with the cast, tickets to the premiere, a dance lesson from the In The Heights choreographer, exclusive memorabilia and artwork, and more!