Music and Lyrics: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Book: Quiara Alegría Hudes, Choreographer: Andy Blankenbuehler
Synopsis
The musical is an affectionate portrait of the Hispanic community in Manhattan's Washington Heights, showcasing hip-hop, salsa, merengue and soul music. Usnavi courts Vanessa, and dreams of opening a bar back home in the Dominican Republic. Nina is in love with Benny, but her father is against their union because he wants Nina to complete her education at Stanford University, and is prepared to sell his business to finance her. In the meantime, their friend Abuela wins $96,000 in a numbers game.