Lin-Manuel Miranda on Writing "In The Heights"

Season 45 Episode 5

Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses writing his first musical, "In the Heights."

Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses writing his first musical, In the Heights. The show was based on Lin's experiences growing up in Washington Heights, New York City.

AIR DATE 11/10/17

Lin-Manuel Miranda on Writing "In The Heights"

Lin-Manuel Miranda on Writing "In The Heights"

Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway Dreams

Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway Dreams

Mandy Gonzalez and Chris Jackson Sing "When You're Home"

Mandy Gonzalez and Chris Jackson Sing "When You're Home"

"In the Heights" the Opening Number

"In the Heights" the Opening Number

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