In the Heights

In the heights is a new play that has hit the Kings Cross Theatre in London and in October, the musical theatre and drama classes were lucky enough to see it. Based in Washington, In the Heights is based on Usnavi, a guy with a dream and a girl who he likes but does not have the confidence to talk to. With extravagent dance moves and cultural fever, this musical will certainly leave you amazed.

I have never heard of the musical before but by far this musical is at the top of the others I have seen before. The energy in the actors is outstanding as their ability to stay consistent with their singing, dancing and acting merged in to one is absolutely incredible. Personally I love musicals but this one certainly takes the cake. I particular enjoyed the fact that culture was a part of this performance as no matter who you are culture creates a community which links everyone together no matter who you are.

My favourite part of the whole musical was the blackout as during this section, there were many conflicts between the characters. However when disaster strikes, everyone comes together to help find one another as you could almost say that they lost their loved ones in the conflict amongst themselves.

After this experience, I would definately recommend this musical to anyone who has not been introduced to a one before as seeing this will define the what beauty musicals hold.