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Uptown Video: Tunnel Vision Artist Talk

Our very own Led Black talks with Nelson “cekis” Rivas, one of the artists the DOT, in collaboration with NoMAA, commissioned to paint the 191st Street Tunnel mural. Filmed at Locksmith Bar and Grill by Dyckman’s Diary. We invite…

In The Heights BTS: The Choreography

Here’s an inside look on how Christopher Scott (choreographer), Jon M. Chu (director), and the entire cast and crew created the dance sequences that brought “It the Heights” to life. The Latin dance culture featured in “In The Heights”…

In the Heights: Finding Home & The Importance of Representation

Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses his new book, “In the Heights: Finding Home,” talks about the importance of people feeling seen and how criticism about representation in the film adaptation of “In the Heights” will influence his future projects. We invite…

The Uptown Tweet of the Week: The Time Has Come

Exclusive Behind The Scenes moment: I called cut. And nobody cut. This happened a lot. And it’s when I knew we were capturing something greater than ourselves. The time has come. #InTheHeightsMovie in THEATERS and @hbomax NOW pic.twitter.com/clMMxjNPoO —…

In The Heights: The Review

BY Led Black (@Led_Black) “Washington Heights. Say it, so it doesn’t disappear.” Thus begins the spell. You have just been entranced and about to embark on a raucous, polyrhythmic journey that you will repeat ad infinitum.  While the film adaption of…

In The Heights | Welcome to Washington Heights

Listen to the creators and stars of In the Heights talk about a crucial part of this story: the neighborhood of Washington Heights. Come for the music, the summertime vibes, and the street art; stay for the heartwarming community…

06/30/21: The Moth Virtual Mainstage Live From The United Palace

THE MOTH MAINSTAGE Featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría HudesWEDNESDAY, JUNE 30 – 7:30 PM EDT The Moth is teaming up with The Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance for a Washington Heights edition of The Moth Mainstage. Join us virtually for an evening of…

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The Uptown Tweet of the Week: Accentuate The Positive

I've made a brand new friend! He came all the way up to my apt in Washington Heights….by subway! That's a true mensch. https://t.co/7K7J7NJqiw — Dr. Ruth Westheimer (@AskDrRuth) May 17, 2021 Our Uptown Tweet of the Week goes…

Young Docs - BALSO - Washington Heights

Spurring on the shots | Manhattan Times

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manhattan Times (@manhattantimes) As of May 10, more than 7 million doses of the vaccine have been administered in New York City. In an effort to get even more vaccinated,…