In the Heights

So last weekend, I went to see In the Heights at the Hayes Theatre. It's been on my list of musicals to see ever since that episode of Ugly Betty when Justin was over the moon about it, and wow, was it really ten years ago that it first came out? And of course by now I was curious about LMM's first major project, and whether the seeds of Hamilton could be seen in it.

The website said it was a sold out season, but to check back daily for returns, which is how I was lucky enough to snag a ticket. It was my first visit to the Hayes Theatre, an easy walk from Kings Cross station. When I got there, I understood one of the reasons it was sold out: the theatre is tiny, only seating 111, which meant that anywhere was a great view.

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