I have a question. Was the show fully recorded by Radical at the time this documentary was being made or were just a few scenes recorded? - If so, why are they unable to release this amazing show on DVD? That would make me one of the happiest person alive, owning the full show on DVD with it's original cast.
The thing I love about seeing the original cast together, is how much of a family they really are. They all have this bond, even through a computer screen, that feels just powerful. And it shows on stage. I love having that feeling in a production. The saddest part is when its over </3
Really sad that I never got to see this live :((
Chris Fother Muckin Jackson, makes me want to play Benny someday.
i would have given anything to have been able to see In The Heights with the original cast. this is my favorite musical of all time. Chris Jackson is amazing and Lin-Manuel Miranda you are a genius
This montage brought tears to my eyes (and I wasn't even lucky enough to have seen the show EVER)! It's nice to see how dreams come true. This gives me personally so much hope and inspiration for my own life!
I wish I could've seen this show on broadway more than once! Why don't ya'll do a world tour? I'd love to watch it over and over again! Please tell me there will be a movie! Porfavor!
Chris Jackson is AWESOME! He has such an amazing voice! His album just came out and it is fantastic. Everyone go check it out! Christopher Jackson - "In the Name of Love"
Chris Jackson is AWESOME! He has such an amazing voice! He’s album just came out and it is fantastic. Everyone go check it out! jut google "In the Name of Love - Christopher Jackson"
This should have been a series, "I Believe in Janet Dacal" for example. hell id like to see every cast member.....everyone backstage too for that matter.
I saw this yesterday for the first time with Chris. (LUCKY ME! <3 )Everyone was so phenomenal in the performace, and so nice afterwards as they signed everyone's playbills. This was the best show I've ever seen, and I'm devastated that it's leaving Broadway.
Lin, I can't thank you and the rest of the cast for this incredible gift <3
Lin, This musical really inspires me. I am alot like the character Nina, i force myself to succeed where my family didn't. Nina's story inspires me to keep trying, and if i ever fall, to get up and keep going. I know you must get this alot but your musical is a true treasure. Thank you for sharing it with us.
I don't know if you have any say about who is gonna get casted in the movie but I think I can speak for everyone, when i say chris would and should be Benny in the movie. I can't wait to see it.
Is it true that Chris is going to come back for the last few weeks of the broadway run along with you, Lin? I have tickets to see the show on december 29th and having Chris play Benny would only add to my excitement! =]
I was wondering if there have been any talks about bringing the show overseas? I'm from Australia (Melbourne) and we always seem to get Broadway shows about 4 or 5 years after NY and London. I'd love to get the chance to see In The Heights here even if it were just a tour and not an open season. I've been a fan of Heights for years now, and I run a small production company. At our first gala event which was a tribute to musical theatre we sung 96000. Highlight of the night :)
Man, i wish i could talk to Christopher about that role, he was my favorite. i hope one day i could run into him in NYC and ask him about benny and how he did it. i am trying to become an actor on broadway when i get out of highschool.
Oh Dear. I seriously can't believe I won't be able to see Chris' Benny @ In The Heights anymore. He will always be Benny. I traveled all the way to NY just to see him!!! Gosh, I wish him the best in his new project!!! LOVE YOU CHRISTOPHER! Suerte!!
Hey Lin, what's Chris up to now that he's left the show? you said something about an album? Chris was awesome when I saw him in April and I'm sad to see him leave. loved the show by the way. as a hopeful pro actor, i saw (in my not so pro opinion) the best show on Broadway.
Hey Lin, I heard that ITH was heading to the big screen, T or F? If true, any chance there is an extra role for a 16 year old? Haha Im going to see the show in November and I cant wait! Especially since i heard Jordan Sparks was going to be included in the cast! <3 NikkiMarieRamos
Lin - thanks for sharing this with us. Having seen the show 20 times now and having had the amazing opportunity to do the walk-on role as a result of winning the prize from Graduate to New Heights, I met & talked with Chris and he is such a gentleman! It's nice to know that the faces and voices we fans have come to love are good people too! I wish Chris all the best and look forward to even greater things from him (and from YOU too!). Thank YOU for changing my life with ITH.
This was such a moving video. Thanks for posting this! I went to see "In The Heights" on Broadway and it was fantastic. I also saw the tour down here in Miami and was very impressed. You have a great team, Lin. Thanks for sharing your art and re-inventing theatre. YOU are an inspiration. I love you!
oh my goodness, this is so sweet, "I told you I was goin to show you the world..." is the best part for me- made me tear up. I love this, it's like we were part of it too. Thank you for Sharing :)
Christopher Jackson was so inspiring as Benny. Watching him up there, he just made it look so effortless. He made Benny one of my dream roles, but alas, I am white. Good luck to Chris and all his future endeavors (Idk if i spelled that right, too lazy for spellcheck...dont judge me)
The best part of the Broadway Musical "In The Heights" was actor Christopher Jackson who played Benny! I had the pleasure of meeting him and I look forward to his upcoming album. Benny you were the best!
Is there a way to keep in touch of what Chris is doing now? Is Chris on twitter, facebook, or something like that? I would like to buy his album and keep up with him on Sesame Street.
hey lin, i love the show, i have just put my poster signed by all yall that i got for the equity figh aids. but im wondering when this movie is supposed to come out, im getting tired of having to show off the ton performance on youtube everytime my non broadway friends ask what in the heights is
I Love You Big Brother!! Your spirit will always live on thru Benny regardless of who plays him...... I'll be in Tokyo making sure of it. Miss you fam and I wish I was there to see you bless the stage one last time. Siempre!!
That was beautiful! I was lucky enough to see the entire original cast. I was in the very back and the energy onstage just smacked me in the face. Incredible. I wanted to thank you Mr. Lin-Manuel Miranda for making such a beautiful piece of theatre. I was truly lucky and honored to see In The Heights!
I've always been taught to dream, I've always been taught to go as far as I can go and when I think I've gotten to the end, try and go even futher.......
"Dreams don't always cost anything, at first. It doesn't cost you anything to dream, your imagination has been given to you for a reason, you have to imagine things better for yourself." I LOVE THAT. HE IS SUCH AN INPIRATION. for a normal guy like that!! he's so down to earth and everything :) love for him
"I do this eight shows a week, change of venue and I don't know where the hell I'm supposed to be." <-- lol!
Aw, I'm sad to see Chris leave. Everytime I saw ITH, he's always delivered. I wish him well with his future work, and to Clifton Oliver, who's replacing him. I can't wait to see how he does =)
Thanks for posting this. Chris is an amazingly talented performer. Every time I saw ITH you could just FEEL his raw energy and passion!! What a blessing to have him as Benny for so long...he'll be missed!
Are you coming to Ottawa? You should look into coming to the NAC. :) I really wanna see you guys! And there is no way for me to get anywhere to see you?
I love In the Heights so freakin' much!! Every time I listen to the music I remember the first time I saw the show and met the cast after at the stage door. Such a beautiful show and I cry a bit every time I hear it. Thank you for this gift Lin:)
I saw this show two weeks ago! I'm so happy Chris Jackson was still in it! Where did you get all these "deleted scenes" from the PBS Great Performances?
I'm ready to debate anyone who doesn't agree that "Sunrise" and Chris' voice is the prettiest four minutes and eight seconds that you'll spend in your life. Here's an additional lyric How do you say Thank You God for Chris Jackson's voice and Thank You Lin for putting him In the Heights.
Awwww. I almost cried there. Almost. lol. Awesome video! God, I love Chris. He is So talented. No one can do Benny like CJ. Wow. When is the movie coming out? Cant WAIT to see it. & I'm definitely buying in DVD when it comes out. Is Chris going to be in it?
Chris Jackron is amazing, and this is awesome footage! I've already seen all of the Dreams Come True Special on YouTube- is there a place to watch the rest of the behind-the-scenes footage in its entirety?
Oh my goodness... That was so sweet. So... hmm... I'm suddenly taken by the urge to jump in my car and drive (like 12 hours) to NYC.... I NEED to see this show!
Lin - Thank you so much for sharing this! The Richard Rodgers stage won't be the same without Chris, but I've loved seeing all the cast changes and watching the show stay fresh everytime - even after the 14 times I've gone ;-) I look forward to more C-Jack with FLS and the album =)
Chris is amazing!!! I'm so obsessed with this show-I flew to NYC to see it, saw it twice on tour and I record every time it's on tv....plus I listen to the soundtrack at least once a week. Can't wait for the movie so I can see the full show regularly!!! When will we know more about the movie???
i had the pleasure of attending one of Chris' last shows...AMAZING! I easily became attached to Benny because of his superb acting and singing. I got to meet Clifton Oliver too yesterday and he was wonderful and seems very fresh and excited to be on board...can't wait to see the show again with him and JS together. I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!! Un millon de gracias por el video Usnavi! :)
I saw the show my first trip to NYC last summer. Chris was amazing and gave a very memorable performance. I feel very lucky to have seen the show with many of the original cast members, including Chris. Great actor, great show, wonderful night of theater.
sad to see such a talented performer go. he'll go on to do great things though, i'm sure. Lin, i love that little harmony that you and alex lac are teaching him in the video. =)
sad to see such a talented performer go. he'll go on to do great things though, i'm sure. Lin, i love that little harmony that you and alex lac are teaching him in the video. =)
I wish I lived closer to New York so that I could have seen the entire original cast. They're all so amazing. However, I had the privilege of seeing the show in L.A. at the Pantages, twice. The first time was with a group of friends who were seeing their first Broadway show, and the second time on closing night with my mom. So I shouldn't let myself be too diisappointed.
Hope to see Chris Jackson move on to more great things. He's incredible.
I saw ITH about a week after it opened. Mom won the lottery on our very first day in NYC. Saw Chris Jackson outside the theater before the show and he looked so awesome. Got a pic with him after the show and he was the sweetest. I LOVE CHRIS JACKSON!
Aww Man . Chris left. No more Christopher Jackson hand-clap in 96,000. No more tall guy walking from the pizzeria every time I go around there. Man. He didn't even get to kiss Joridin Sparks.
Hey senor Lin, I wanted to know, is there any chance of ITH comming to Canada? I'd really love to see this show!!! Thshow is the one that finaly set my mind, I want to be an actor on Broadway!!!
It's a shame I didn't have the chance to see Chris in the show :( Hopefully the show will stay on Broadway at least one more year...I'm planning to come next fall.
Lin, please make it happen! ;) OR: Bring your show to Europe, Germany would be perfect! We have some good rappers over here who could do justice to your show by translating it properly into German! :)
Is there ever going to be a DVD of the Dreams Come True Special?? These clips are like treasures for us ITH fans and I hope one day we can own them??? This video is amazing.
@SamTheatre There's meh news and good news. The meh news is that I have no idea if there are plans to put out a DVD. That conversation happens a bit above my pay grade, between producers and the good folks at Radical, and what have you. The GOOD news is that I know they have HUNDREDS of hours of footage. What you've seen is the snowflake at the tip of the iceberg, and I'm sure more of it will emerge over the life of this show. Small comfort, I know. But nice to know it exists, right?
@usnavi Absolutely! BTW you responding made my day. I am a huge fan and it means the world to me. Seen the show 7 times. Going back in October for my 8th. No pare sigue suge!
I love seeing things like this. I like to see the behind the scenes stuff that makes the people that i admire feel like I have something in common with them!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We met Chris Jackson at the stage door on Valentine's Day 2009. My daughter said hello Mr. Jackson and he said Mr. Jackson is my grandfather, call me Chris. I think that made her happier than anything else about our first trip to NYC. So much talent, so handsome and great with the kids. Thanks for everything you did on the stage but a great big thank you for the kindness you showed at the stage door. We have our eyes on you!! Your gift will continue to make room for you.
Besides undeniable talent, it's that passion, love, and faith, that will allow Chris to accomplish never ending success. Keep living the dream. Great vid.
Chris Jackson was seriously always a highlight for me in the now 10 times I've seen the show. I remember seeing him perform when I was a kid and just as I was blown away early on by one of my first theater experiences he blew me away again in ITH. This show is in my heart like an old Hector Lavoe song where everytime I hear/see it I get a sense of family and reminisce. While I don't know him personally, Chris' portrayal of Benny always felt like a part of that fam, & I'll miss him. Best of luck!
This video was put together so well. Ill miss Chris as Benny =]. Now I'm about to listen to the soundtrack on repeat [It still has yet to get old =) ]
Amazing video, amazing performer, and amazing person altogether. In The Heights is definitely going to miss him! I'm so glad I was able to see him as Benny. He's just incredible!
Thank you for sharing! Awesome video! Im going to miss Chris. His last performance was my 10th time seeing the show and Chris has always been Benny at every performance Ive seen. I have to admit..when "When You're Gone" started I started to get emotional! :O( Cant wait to see whats next for Chris!
Lin, thank you for ITH! Im a huge Fan! I tell Everyone I know and work with to go the see the show!!! I also tell my nursing students to go see it!!! :O)
I love Chris Jackson...luckily I was able to see him in both shows I went to see. I love this cast and they are all truly amazing. Thank you Lin for this wonderful show and thank you to the cast members for bringing it to life. <3
I wish I could see him in it one more time. I loved Chris so much when I saw him. Thank you, Christopher Jackson, for so long in The Heights. You will be missed.
Hey Lin, is there any news about having the show recorded and sold as DVDs or something? Haven't been able to catch the show, but I'd like to experience it from something other than Youtube videos.
@Gamerguy3379 The only way is to come see us live, on Broadway or on tour. I believe in live theater. I can only give you appetizers here. For the full meal, come see us.
Awww, I LOVE this!! Im in tears right now. I gotta say out of the 11 times I've seen the show he is the only cast member that was always in!! and im so grateful to have been able to see him as Benny that many times!! yes Chris will deff be missed. This video is so great.!! <3
I made sure to see this show one more time while Chris was still Benny. The cast may have changed but just like when I saw it in opening week, the magic was still there a couple of weeks ago.
Thanks for everything, Chris. Go for that brass ring like Frodo...
I was extraordinarily blessed to see Chris as Benny in early March of this year, and I'm so sad to see him go. I'm incredibly impressed with his character, as well as his talent. It gives me hope that some of the most actors on Broadway have faith in God, and show others their faith in Him.
i love chris! and i can relate to him bc his son has autism, and so does my lil bro. i friend requested him on facebook but he didnt reply :( but way to go chris for an awesome few years on In the Heights!
Hey Lin!
I have a question. Was the show fully recorded by Radical at the time this documentary was being made or were just a few scenes recorded? - If so, why are they unable to release this amazing show on DVD? That would make me one of the happiest person alive, owning the full show on DVD with it's original cast.
BxHype1991 3 weeks ago
The thing I love about seeing the original cast together, is how much of a family they really are. They all have this bond, even through a computer screen, that feels just powerful. And it shows on stage. I love having that feeling in a production. The saddest part is when its over </3
Really sad that I never got to see this live :((
Chris Fother Muckin Jackson, makes me want to play Benny someday.
Release a DVD!!! :D
JohnPerez718 1 month ago
best part
"you gonna see a play and stuff and look theres party passes too we going to a party" XD
meangirl714 1 month ago
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BxHype1991 1 month ago
this video makes me so haaaappppyyyy!
numchux01 3 months ago
i would have given anything to have been able to see In The Heights with the original cast. this is my favorite musical of all time. Chris Jackson is amazing and Lin-Manuel Miranda you are a genius
HeyItsLetty 3 months ago
This montage brought tears to my eyes (and I wasn't even lucky enough to have seen the show EVER)! It's nice to see how dreams come true. This gives me personally so much hope and inspiration for my own life!
RuGTina 5 months ago
i love his hawaii hat!
taytaytaytay1000 7 months ago
Inspirational :)
elishasay 7 months ago
I wish I could've seen this show on broadway more than once! Why don't ya'll do a world tour? I'd love to watch it over and over again! Please tell me there will be a movie! Porfavor!
futurstarsinger 9 months ago
how come chris never looks happy in rehearsals
doughchino1998 10 months ago
Chris Jackson is AWESOME! He has such an amazing voice! His album just came out and it is fantastic. Everyone go check it out! Christopher Jackson - "In the Name of Love"
KrayonL 11 months ago
Chris Jackson is AWESOME! He has such an amazing voice! He’s album just came out and it is fantastic. Everyone go check it out! jut google "In the Name of Love - Christopher Jackson"
KrayonL 11 months ago
i was ushering at the show in rochester and they showed a clip of the special. they need to put it out on DVD
TomCollinsgirl 1 year ago
@TomCollinsgirl Ah, yeah, I saw that same special on tv. I was also at the show in Rochester : )
Chishannicon 10 months ago
This should have been a series, "I Believe in Janet Dacal" for example. hell id like to see every cast member.....everyone backstage too for that matter.
TwlightdragonDF 1 year ago
"I just got Smooth Criminal-ed"
TwlightdragonDF 1 year ago
I saw this yesterday for the first time with Chris. (LUCKY ME! <3 )Everyone was so phenomenal in the performace, and so nice afterwards as they signed everyone's playbills. This was the best show I've ever seen, and I'm devastated that it's leaving Broadway.
Lin, I can't thank you and the rest of the cast for this incredible gift <3
That70sloseR 1 year ago
Lin, This musical really inspires me. I am alot like the character Nina, i force myself to succeed where my family didn't. Nina's story inspires me to keep trying, and if i ever fall, to get up and keep going. I know you must get this alot but your musical is a true treasure. Thank you for sharing it with us.
SingingJuliet 1 year ago
Lin,
I don't know if you have any say about who is gonna get casted in the movie but I think I can speak for everyone, when i say chris would and should be Benny in the movie. I can't wait to see it.
ScreamProRecords 1 year ago 3
This video is awesome! I'm a huge Chris Jackson fan! I saw ITH 3 times! Cant wait for the movie!!
julie27j 1 year ago
brb crying
camila0901 1 year ago
im addicted to this video its so inspirational .... I tear up everytime i watch it
brye456 1 year ago
Is it true that Chris is going to come back for the last few weeks of the broadway run along with you, Lin? I have tickets to see the show on december 29th and having Chris play Benny would only add to my excitement! =]
cangels08 1 year ago
@cangels08 im hoping the same thing
skataprepwitswag 1 year ago
Hi Lin,
I was wondering if there have been any talks about bringing the show overseas? I'm from Australia (Melbourne) and we always seem to get Broadway shows about 4 or 5 years after NY and London. I'd love to get the chance to see In The Heights here even if it were just a tour and not an open season. I've been a fan of Heights for years now, and I run a small production company. At our first gala event which was a tribute to musical theatre we sung 96000. Highlight of the night :)
Arza89 1 year ago
Man, i wish i could talk to Christopher about that role, he was my favorite. i hope one day i could run into him in NYC and ask him about benny and how he did it. i am trying to become an actor on broadway when i get out of highschool.
mizzet24 1 year ago
He's so sweet! The best Benny ever! You can tell he's just the nicest guy ever! He inspires me so much!!
SexyHogwarts 1 year ago
That was so inspirational! I definitely needed that today. :)
BroadwayGirl24 1 year ago
this was beautiful!
lizzielarsenable 1 year ago
I like the De La Vega shirt Chris is wearing. "Become your dream." I saw a picture of Lin wearing that shirt as well at The De La Vega museum.
Adrmets 1 year ago
Oh Dear. I seriously can't believe I won't be able to see Chris' Benny @ In The Heights anymore. He will always be Benny. I traveled all the way to NY just to see him!!! Gosh, I wish him the best in his new project!!! LOVE YOU CHRISTOPHER! Suerte!!
beatrice1979b 1 year ago
I was fortunate enough to meet Chris backstage because my dance teacher knew him growing up. Such an incredible performer and a truly amazing person.
merdancer9311 1 year ago
Definitely one of my new idols! =]
IN THE HEIGHTS is awesome!!
Lin, you're amazing and saved my dream...
Thank you,
Daryl Jim
InvisibleFeetDaryl 1 year ago
Chris Jackson for President.
I missed him in a performance two years ago :(
He has a great voice from the clips I have seen though.
When will the movie cast be announced?
film4lyfe92 1 year ago
Hey Lin, what's Chris up to now that he's left the show? you said something about an album? Chris was awesome when I saw him in April and I'm sad to see him leave. loved the show by the way. as a hopeful pro actor, i saw (in my not so pro opinion) the best show on Broadway.
JWJ5960 1 year ago
Hey Lin, I heard that ITH was heading to the big screen, T or F? If true, any chance there is an extra role for a 16 year old? Haha Im going to see the show in November and I cant wait! Especially since i heard Jordan Sparks was going to be included in the cast! <3 NikkiMarieRamos
jonasbrothersfan70 1 year ago
Hey Lin, I heard that ITH is going to become a movie, T or F? If so... any chance you can have a 15 year old extra? Haha.
Im going to see ITH in November and I flipped out when I heard Jordan Sparks was in it! I can't wait to see it! <3 NikkiMaire
jonasbrothersfan70 1 year ago
i still have the "great performances" recorded on my tivo <3
this show seriously changed my life. thank you for everything Lin.
laceyandjordinlover 1 year ago
Lin - thanks for sharing this with us. Having seen the show 20 times now and having had the amazing opportunity to do the walk-on role as a result of winning the prize from Graduate to New Heights, I met & talked with Chris and he is such a gentleman! It's nice to know that the faces and voices we fans have come to love are good people too! I wish Chris all the best and look forward to even greater things from him (and from YOU too!). Thank YOU for changing my life with ITH.
rickweaver 1 year ago
I love this show to death! I hope I get to see it someday soon. Chris is amazing and hope great things happen for him.
potterbroadwayfan92 1 year ago
4:50 with him and his wife..."i told i was gonna show you the world"....it gets me everytime : )
BroadwayNerd123 1 year ago 3
Brilliant. Everything's brilliant about this show. Hope your last night/show went beautifully, bro. You deserve it! :)
domsbabygrl 1 year ago
This was such a moving video. Thanks for posting this! I went to see "In The Heights" on Broadway and it was fantastic. I also saw the tour down here in Miami and was very impressed. You have a great team, Lin. Thanks for sharing your art and re-inventing theatre. YOU are an inspiration. I love you!
StageFantasy 1 year ago
oh my goodness, this is so sweet, "I told you I was goin to show you the world..." is the best part for me- made me tear up. I love this, it's like we were part of it too. Thank you for Sharing :)
MaybeOnTuesday 1 year ago
Christopher Jackson was so inspiring as Benny. Watching him up there, he just made it look so effortless. He made Benny one of my dream roles, but alas, I am white. Good luck to Chris and all his future endeavors (Idk if i spelled that right, too lazy for spellcheck...dont judge me)
mking845 1 year ago
WHO is replacing Chris?? huh??
GuilleCarvajal 1 year ago
I'll miss Chris Jackson as Benny! He is so good and so talented. no doubt his replacement will be awesome as well. <3
mtbwaylover 1 year ago
The best part of the Broadway Musical "In The Heights" was actor Christopher Jackson who played Benny! I had the pleasure of meeting him and I look forward to his upcoming album. Benny you were the best!
Is there a way to keep in touch of what Chris is doing now? Is Chris on twitter, facebook, or something like that? I would like to buy his album and keep up with him on Sesame Street.
Qtpiatl 1 year ago
I don't know if I believe in god but I believe in Chris Jackson
odenmgod 1 year ago
hey lin, i love the show, i have just put my poster signed by all yall that i got for the equity figh aids. but im wondering when this movie is supposed to come out, im getting tired of having to show off the ton performance on youtube everytime my non broadway friends ask what in the heights is
ridaderek 1 year ago
I Love You Big Brother!! Your spirit will always live on thru Benny regardless of who plays him...... I'll be in Tokyo making sure of it. Miss you fam and I wish I was there to see you bless the stage one last time. Siempre!!
RogelioDouglasJr 1 year ago 2
@RogelioDouglasJr Loved your comment. Also, just wanted to say that I saw you perform in LA a couple weeks ago and you were great as Benny :)
lilhello106 1 year ago
this made me cry. chris jackson you are truly an inspiration to us all. no one can ever replace you as benny
lopay92 1 year ago
FINALLY!! More than just a snippet of Chris. Can't wait to see what the next step is for him. <3.
AspireBroadway 1 year ago
i'm a musical theatre student, i'm from puerto rico
in June 5, 2010 at 8:00pm my theatre teacher made one of my biggest dreams true
i went to see this show for my very first time ((this was my first time in NY too))
& tengo q deciir q en vd fue una experiiencia demasiau d inolviidable
algun dia d mi vida qiero estar parada en ese escenario & qiero ser parte de In The Heights
es un show q me ha cambiado la vida x completo!!
I LOVE IN THE HEIGHTS!!
& lo vere aqi en Puerto Rico!!
JyNa93 1 year ago
That was beautiful! I was lucky enough to see the entire original cast. I was in the very back and the energy onstage just smacked me in the face. Incredible. I wanted to thank you Mr. Lin-Manuel Miranda for making such a beautiful piece of theatre. I was truly lucky and honored to see In The Heights!
Justlov4 1 year ago 4
I've always been taught to dream, I've always been taught to go as far as I can go and when I think I've gotten to the end, try and go even futher.......
"Dreams don't always cost anything, at first. It doesn't cost you anything to dream, your imagination has been given to you for a reason, you have to imagine things better for yourself." I LOVE THAT. HE IS SUCH AN INPIRATION. for a normal guy like that!! he's so down to earth and everything :) love for him
yazroo777 1 year ago
When are you going to do a show overseas? I live in New Zealand and i would really want to watch this show. You're a genius Lin. :)
rockearl99 1 year ago
"I do this eight shows a week, change of venue and I don't know where the hell I'm supposed to be." <-- lol!
Aw, I'm sad to see Chris leave. Everytime I saw ITH, he's always delivered. I wish him well with his future work, and to Clifton Oliver, who's replacing him. I can't wait to see how he does =)
And Lin, when is the tour coming to DC?
cHaMeLeOn120 1 year ago
i was so happy to see chris being an original cast member even though i didnt get to see the show till this past may, it made it so special!!
lepord64 1 year ago
Thanks for posting this. Chris is an amazingly talented performer. Every time I saw ITH you could just FEEL his raw energy and passion!! What a blessing to have him as Benny for so long...he'll be missed!
xoxo
jcarpenter120 1 year ago
Hey Lin,
Are you coming to Ottawa? You should look into coming to the NAC. :) I really wanna see you guys! And there is no way for me to get anywhere to see you?
-Sarah
artistsar101 1 year ago
Man!!! I can't believe Chris is leaving!!! Definitely gonna miss him on the show!!! ITH is the shizz!!! No doubt!!!
LiveYaLife10 1 year ago
4:46 --> 5:05
you know what? you're kind of amazing.
Elandra7 1 year ago
I have been listening to this constantly lately...love this show!
RLFosse 1 year ago
hey lin are you coming to puerto rico for the show????me and my family are going we are from vega baja:)))
123slash83 1 year ago
@123slash83 yes!!! he's coming!!... i'm from puerto rico too!! are you gonna go to the show??
JyNa93 1 year ago
I love In the Heights so freakin' much!! Every time I listen to the music I remember the first time I saw the show and met the cast after at the stage door. Such a beautiful show and I cry a bit every time I hear it. Thank you for this gift Lin:)
And we'll miss you Chris!!
CAPTGREENANGEL 1 year ago
ONE AND ONLY BENNY.
cpt0118 1 year ago
I saw this show two weeks ago! I'm so happy Chris Jackson was still in it! Where did you get all these "deleted scenes" from the PBS Great Performances?
cxeazn 1 year ago
THE ONE AND ONLY BENNY.
cpt0118 1 year ago
Aw, it's so sad to see him go!
pineapplepie52 1 year ago
I'm ready to debate anyone who doesn't agree that "Sunrise" and Chris' voice is the prettiest four minutes and eight seconds that you'll spend in your life. Here's an additional lyric How do you say Thank You God for Chris Jackson's voice and Thank You Lin for putting him In the Heights.
Redd6206 1 year ago
So many changes to the show. I gotta make another trip to NY to see it. Who will be the next Usnavi?
michaelermcgowaniv 1 year ago
Awwww. I almost cried there. Almost. lol. Awesome video! God, I love Chris. He is So talented. No one can do Benny like CJ. Wow. When is the movie coming out? Cant WAIT to see it. & I'm definitely buying in DVD when it comes out. Is Chris going to be in it?
~ <3 Salena
TheMelodyofGirlena 1 year ago
I love it.
I can't wait to see Heights again and check out the new cast!
maddiekinzz 1 year ago
*le sigh* Chris with his wife reminds me of my hubby--good to know there's more than one of them.
Look forward to seeing you in the movie, Chris.... *strong hint*
dqDST1913 1 year ago
Chris Jackron is amazing, and this is awesome footage! I've already seen all of the Dreams Come True Special on YouTube- is there a place to watch the rest of the behind-the-scenes footage in its entirety?
16hahaha 1 year ago
I'm so grateful that I was able to see ITH this summer before Chris left... it was an incredible experience!
crazybubbles317 1 year ago
Oh my goodness... That was so sweet. So... hmm... I'm suddenly taken by the urge to jump in my car and drive (like 12 hours) to NYC.... I NEED to see this show!
ayutenshi2 1 year ago
Lin - Thank you so much for sharing this! The Richard Rodgers stage won't be the same without Chris, but I've loved seeing all the cast changes and watching the show stay fresh everytime - even after the 14 times I've gone ;-) I look forward to more C-Jack with FLS and the album =)
syd10801 1 year ago
Chris is amazing!!! I'm so obsessed with this show-I flew to NYC to see it, saw it twice on tour and I record every time it's on tv....plus I listen to the soundtrack at least once a week. Can't wait for the movie so I can see the full show regularly!!! When will we know more about the movie???
hearts754 1 year ago
i was lucky enough to have seen him once. wish i could have seen him a few more times. i miss you chris!!
WalkingDisasters 1 year ago
i had the pleasure of attending one of Chris' last shows...AMAZING! I easily became attached to Benny because of his superb acting and singing. I got to meet Clifton Oliver too yesterday and he was wonderful and seems very fresh and excited to be on board...can't wait to see the show again with him and JS together. I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!!! Un millon de gracias por el video Usnavi! :)
garrakill1 1 year ago
I love Chris. So happy I got to see him before he left. I hope I get to see him in something again soon! :)
And this is SUCH a wonderful video. :)
rozanund133 1 year ago
I can't believe I got to see him last week!!! :D
bloomingauthor7 1 year ago
I saw the show my first trip to NYC last summer. Chris was amazing and gave a very memorable performance. I feel very lucky to have seen the show with many of the original cast members, including Chris. Great actor, great show, wonderful night of theater.
TangoMaureen07 1 year ago
sad to see such a talented performer go. he'll go on to do great things though, i'm sure. Lin, i love that little harmony that you and alex lac are teaching him in the video. =)
theofficefan731 1 year ago
sad to see such a talented performer go. he'll go on to do great things though, i'm sure. Lin, i love that little harmony that you and alex lac are teaching him in the video. =)
theofficefan731 1 year ago
i believe in god AND chris jackson :)
chris was amazing in the show and i love everything hes ever done...
congrats chris on an amazing run with the show and good luck in watever you do...
but always remmeber that you're home at the heights and with the fans.
we love you forever.
love,
michelle and the rest of the fans of in the heights
<3
mrsdavidcook3 1 year ago
Yes! No recordings ... see this show, it's dynamite! Come back to Broadway, Lin! :)
newchhc2 1 year ago
It feels like the end of something huge. I know Clifton will rock it-- but we LOVE YOU CJ!!!
musicaldramarama 1 year ago
i can't believe he's leaving! he is so amazing and his voice melts my heart :)
whoever is taking over has some very big shoes to fill!
clopezsparrow 1 year ago
are u going to be playing usnavi in Puerto RIco ???? please say yes!!!!!!!!!!
LizzieMarie08 1 year ago
Beautiful. I'm so glad that I got to see In the Heights with Chris. Thanks for posting this video.
jacksparrow022 1 year ago
i LOVE blackout!!!! gives me chills
elphiegreen 1 year ago
I wish I lived closer to New York so that I could have seen the entire original cast. They're all so amazing. However, I had the privilege of seeing the show in L.A. at the Pantages, twice. The first time was with a group of friends who were seeing their first Broadway show, and the second time on closing night with my mom. So I shouldn't let myself be too diisappointed.
Hope to see Chris Jackson move on to more great things. He's incredible.
FireGirlG 1 year ago
I saw ITH about a week after it opened. Mom won the lottery on our very first day in NYC. Saw Chris Jackson outside the theater before the show and he looked so awesome. Got a pic with him after the show and he was the sweetest. I LOVE CHRIS JACKSON!
Oh, yeah, Lin is cool, too. ;)
leota22 1 year ago
i have to see this!!!! I'm in love with his musical, this is pure genius theater
greenemerald152 1 year ago
i love chris jackson so frickin much. i saw this show four times and i saw it off broadway : D who's replacing chris ?
sydneyparra96 1 year ago 7
@sydneyparra96 The incredibly talented Clifton Oliver is taking over. He is wonderful. Thanks for coming to see us.
usnavi 1 year ago
I cant wait until i get to see the show (on tour) in January in Rochester NY. I am so excited and its only august
TomCollinsgirl 1 year ago
Aww Man . Chris left. No more Christopher Jackson hand-clap in 96,000. No more tall guy walking from the pizzeria every time I go around there. Man. He didn't even get to kiss Joridin Sparks.
sk8rtuti 1 year ago 2
@sk8rtuti LOL! haha I know! They would've had Great chemistry I bet. Oh Welll. :) <3
TheMelodyofGirlena 1 year ago
Loved that. Chris is the real deal. I'm sure he'll be missed. Onward and upward.
DamonesIsLegend 1 year ago
This was lovely.
mefmef10 1 year ago
i haven't seen the show in a year and a half(depressing) and this just gave me goosebumps and made me miss it so much
shumeyks2492 1 year ago
Hey senor Lin, I wanted to know, is there any chance of ITH comming to Canada? I'd really love to see this show!!! Thshow is the one that finaly set my mind, I want to be an actor on Broadway!!!
futurstarsinger 1 year ago
It's a shame I didn't have the chance to see Chris in the show :( Hopefully the show will stay on Broadway at least one more year...I'm planning to come next fall.
Lin, please make it happen! ;) OR: Bring your show to Europe, Germany would be perfect! We have some good rappers over here who could do justice to your show by translating it properly into German! :)
StefoFizzle 1 year ago
Well, it's official: In The Heights is closing on Broadway :((((( *cry*
My last chance to see the show: The tour!
Lin, if there's any chance, keep show touring, PLEASE!
Love your work, your creativity, simply THE BEST! Thank you!
StefoFizzle 1 year ago
thanks for sharing Lin! :)
cdmrn2006 1 year ago
Hey Lin,
Is there ever going to be a DVD of the Dreams Come True Special?? These clips are like treasures for us ITH fans and I hope one day we can own them??? This video is amazing.
SamTheatre 1 year ago 22
@SamTheatre Yes! Please. :)
1musicalnote 1 year ago
@SamTheatre There's meh news and good news. The meh news is that I have no idea if there are plans to put out a DVD. That conversation happens a bit above my pay grade, between producers and the good folks at Radical, and what have you. The GOOD news is that I know they have HUNDREDS of hours of footage. What you've seen is the snowflake at the tip of the iceberg, and I'm sure more of it will emerge over the life of this show. Small comfort, I know. But nice to know it exists, right?
usnavi 1 year ago 14
@usnavi Absolutely! BTW you responding made my day. I am a huge fan and it means the world to me. Seen the show 7 times. Going back in October for my 8th. No pare sigue suge!
SamTheatre 1 year ago
I love seeing things like this. I like to see the behind the scenes stuff that makes the people that i admire feel like I have something in common with them!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brightstarpie 1 year ago
We met Chris Jackson at the stage door on Valentine's Day 2009. My daughter said hello Mr. Jackson and he said Mr. Jackson is my grandfather, call me Chris. I think that made her happier than anything else about our first trip to NYC. So much talent, so handsome and great with the kids. Thanks for everything you did on the stage but a great big thank you for the kindness you showed at the stage door. We have our eyes on you!! Your gift will continue to make room for you.
GYOChardonWest 1 year ago 3
What is the song in the background at the end?
crazypoundpupp 1 year ago
Besides undeniable talent, it's that passion, love, and faith, that will allow Chris to accomplish never ending success. Keep living the dream. Great vid.
ImSuperman8807 1 year ago
Chris Jackson was seriously always a highlight for me in the now 10 times I've seen the show. I remember seeing him perform when I was a kid and just as I was blown away early on by one of my first theater experiences he blew me away again in ITH. This show is in my heart like an old Hector Lavoe song where everytime I hear/see it I get a sense of family and reminisce. While I don't know him personally, Chris' portrayal of Benny always felt like a part of that fam, & I'll miss him. Best of luck!
jolizevette 1 year ago
gave me goosebumps :)
bananabear90 1 year ago
This video was put together so well. Ill miss Chris as Benny =]. Now I'm about to listen to the soundtrack on repeat [It still has yet to get old =) ]
Desuana 1 year ago
Any news on the film version of the show?
Khaeysa 1 year ago
Amazing video, amazing performer, and amazing person altogether. In The Heights is definitely going to miss him! I'm so glad I was able to see him as Benny. He's just incredible!
SopranoDancer 1 year ago
Aw. This all seems like so long ago. Back when there was still a Virgin Megastore.
Chris is a star. Always always always!
julialovesupreme 1 year ago
Love this! Thanks you Usnavi and of course Christopher Jackson!
guavagirl1101 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing! Awesome video! Im going to miss Chris. His last performance was my 10th time seeing the show and Chris has always been Benny at every performance Ive seen. I have to admit..when "When You're Gone" started I started to get emotional! :O( Cant wait to see whats next for Chris!
Lin, thank you for ITH! Im a huge Fan! I tell Everyone I know and work with to go the see the show!!! I also tell my nursing students to go see it!!! :O)
sweetbluedreams 1 year ago
I love Chris Jackson...luckily I was able to see him in both shows I went to see. I love this cast and they are all truly amazing. Thank you Lin for this wonderful show and thank you to the cast members for bringing it to life. <3
Koolm5 1 year ago
That was beautiful Lin! Gosh, anything with ITH is always a tear jerker.
Much love C. Jackson.
choco thunder
fliggins 1 year ago
I wish I could see him in it one more time. I loved Chris so much when I saw him. Thank you, Christopher Jackson, for so long in The Heights. You will be missed.
Can't wait for the album.
lipglosswtf 1 year ago
@usnavi Two questions:
1) Will Chris be in any capacity for the movie?
2) I've been filled with regret for two weeks now about missing Freestyle Love Supreme. When will there be another event?
ColonelYao47 1 year ago
I always get chills when he starts singing in 'Sunrise'. Good Lord, he will be missed :(
Can't wait to see what this amazing man does next.
mione134 1 year ago
Was he on White Collar a couple weeks ago? Either him or someone that looks a lot like him played a bodyguard on White Collar not too long ago.
hitch4645 1 year ago
Hey Lin, is there any news about having the show recorded and sold as DVDs or something? Haven't been able to catch the show, but I'd like to experience it from something other than Youtube videos.
Gamerguy3379 1 year ago
@Gamerguy3379 The only way is to come see us live, on Broadway or on tour. I believe in live theater. I can only give you appetizers here. For the full meal, come see us.
usnavi 1 year ago 21
beautiful video :)
aphoticjade 1 year ago
He's making an album? That's awesome! He was super awesome, I hope he succeeds awesomely in whatever he does!
elmerfuddsglue 1 year ago
Awww, I LOVE this!! Im in tears right now. I gotta say out of the 11 times I've seen the show he is the only cast member that was always in!! and im so grateful to have been able to see him as Benny that many times!! yes Chris will deff be missed. This video is so great.!! <3
RENTlover12345 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing this with us, Lin.
Chris, you were fantastic in the show and can't wait for your album!
BiteMe1132 1 year ago
I made sure to see this show one more time while Chris was still Benny. The cast may have changed but just like when I saw it in opening week, the magic was still there a couple of weeks ago.
Thanks for everything, Chris. Go for that brass ring like Frodo...
ColonelYao47 1 year ago
@ColonelYao47 True Poetry my friend:)
MissAlainey1991 1 year ago
I was extraordinarily blessed to see Chris as Benny in early March of this year, and I'm so sad to see him go. I'm incredibly impressed with his character, as well as his talent. It gives me hope that some of the most actors on Broadway have faith in God, and show others their faith in Him.
ktgirl511 1 year ago
awww this video is great and ill admit i teared up watching it but i can't wait to hear what Chris does next :)
Jillybilly227 1 year ago
i love chris! and i can relate to him bc his son has autism, and so does my lil bro. i friend requested him on facebook but he didnt reply :( but way to go chris for an awesome few years on In the Heights!
meangirl714 1 year ago
Good luck with everything!!
hyperactivettu 1 year ago
So glad I had the opportunity to catch him in the show during my time in NYC :)
TheNovicePianist 1 year ago
this video makes me smile:)
playhart 1 year ago
This was amazing.
xo
jpsketch03 1 year ago
i love this :)
karamichelle129 1 year ago
yeah im the first one to make a comment!!! love you chirs!!!
playhart 1 year ago
i saw him when i visited NY! Amazing man out to do amazingthings!
supa621 1 year ago