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Millennium Stage Films

Extraordinary Cinema:
In the Heights

REACH Lawn

Join us for free film screenings outdoors on the REACH Video Wall. Films start at sundown or around 8:30 p.m.

See a movie musical by Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes! In the Heights follows a hot summer tear through the streets of Washington Heights, where music and dreams drive the pulse of a multifaceted Latinx community.

Registration is not required but encouraged so you can get the most up-to-date status of the films. If not registered please check the website day of film screening for cancelation or location change due to inclement weather- including heat advisories or rain.

Fri. Jul. 5, 2024 8:30p.m.

Event Information

Video Stream

Program

Before there was Hamilton there was In the Heights, a musical by Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes about a hot summer tear through the streets of Washington Heights, where music and dreams drive the pulse of a multifaceted Latinx community. Here in the hands of Crazy Rich Asians (2018) director John M. Chu, that Tony Award®–winning play takes on a kinetic yet intimate feel as crowds break into song, or have dance-offs and rap-offs.  The narrative revolves around Usnavi, a bodega owner who longs to go back to his native Dominican Republic. In the meantime, Usnavi spends his time in a small enclave in the Heights pining after Vanessa, a comely beauty salon employee; looking after Abuela Claudia, the elderly Cuban lady living next door who raised him; and spending time with childhood friend Nina, who comes back from college with a secret.

Films are screened with open captions, unless otherwise stated. For questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Office at (202) 416-8727 or [email protected]

In the Heights – Official Trailer

In the Heights – Official Trailer

Registration & Entry

For Millennium Stage Outdoor Film screenings on the REACH Video Wall, no tickets are required but Registration is encouraged so you can get the most up-to-date status of the films. If not registered, please check the website day of the film screening for cancelation or location changes.

A limited number of seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis for our guests with disabilities. Guests are also welcome to bring their own blankets and chairs.

Welcome to THE REACH!

  • Guests are welcome to bring a picnic to our outdoor spaces during non-event times. Coolers must be limited to 16 quarts or smaller. Personal chairs must be limited to 36" high or smaller.
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  • Alcoholic beverages are only allowed through Kennedy Center authorized food and beverage providers and must be consumed within the providers operating perimeter. Outside alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
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  • Pets are welcome!

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