IN THE HEIGHTS Reveals Full Cast at New York City Center
BroadwayWorld • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The full cast for the gala presentation of "In the Heights" at New York City Center has been announced, with performances running from October 28 to November 15.
- Leading the cast are Tony Award winner Natalie Venetia Belcon as Claudia, alongside Jaci Calderon, Ashley De La Rosa, Linedy Genao, Ishmael Gonzalez, Ivan Hernandez, Cedric Leiba Jr, Matte Martinez, Aaron James McKenzie, Ilia Isorelýs Paulino, and Veronica Vazquez-Jackson.
- Additional cast members include Gabi Campo, Adriel Flete, Amanda K. Lopez, Kate Louissaint, Ángel Lozada, and others, highlighting a diverse ensemble.
- Jenny Gersten, VP & Artistic Director of Musical Theater, emphasized the show's impact on inspiring young artists and praised the leadership of David, Mayte, and Alejandro in creating opportunities for breakout performances.
- "In the Heights," with music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda and a book by Pulitzer Prize winner Quiara Alegría Hudes, combines hip-hop, Latin rhythms, and Broadway styles to explore themes of family, ambition, and belonging.
