In the Heights

A screenshot from tick tick boom shows lin manuel miranda and another person in a bookstore

‘Tick Tick Boom’ Is the Solution to Problematic Movie Musicals

Jacob Puestow, University of Wisconsin, Green Bay

As these popular shows become worse in quality and reception, a fairly recent release may provide an answer!…

January 6, 2023

In an article about his album Love and Lies, Anthony Ramos

Anthony Ramos Reaffirms His Storytelling Abilities With ‘Love and Lies’

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

The Brooklyn-based performer first showed his narrative power in 'The Good and the Bad,' and his most recent album is no different.…

August 2, 2021

An illustration of Miranda as Alexander Hamilton in 'Hamilton.' (Illustration by Kati Dean, Chapman University)

‘What Is a Legacy?’: The Rise and Fall of Lin-Manuel Miranda

Darby Williams, University of Michigan

The playwright struck gold with 'Hamilton,' but backlash from his recent film adaptation as well as his cringy public actions have called his reputation into question.…

July 9, 2021

In the Heights screenshot. (Image via Instagram/@intheheightsmovie)

‘In the Heights’ Falls Short in Depicting the Struggles of the Afro-Latino Community

Study Breaks Staff

Although the musical shines with its extravagant choreography and touching moments, it barely scratches the surface when it comes to real representation issues.…

June 27, 2021