In The Heights . . . I Believe In Chris Jackson

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14 жыл бұрын

On the occasion of our brother Chris Jackson's last day at Heights, the good folks at Radical Media put together a collage of Chris moments over the years for the cast and crew, which we all watched together onstage just before Chris' last show. I wanted to share it with y'all.
Chris, love you homey. Can't wait for the album, we'll plug it here first.
Thanks to Paul Bozymowski for editing, Andrew Fried for making it happen, and thanks to Tim Pettolina, Justin Rathbun and Chris Kurtz for figuring out how to pimp the Rodgers into an impromptu movie theater for the occasion.

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@usnavi 11 жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha. Because he's FOCUSED.

@ReneeJacksonL 11 жыл бұрын

I will never get over his voice. Its so good it's like liquid GOLD! My roommates and I rewind "when your home" just to hear him say "I couldn't get my mind off you all day." I wait for his album release. :)

@usnavi 14 жыл бұрын

@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?

@maggiemayer9252 11 жыл бұрын

Still waiting for the DVD Lin! Never stopped loving this musical.

@HeyItsLetty 12 жыл бұрын

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

@meangirl714 12 жыл бұрын

best part "you gonna see a play and stuff and look theres party passes too we going to a party" XD

@Piko411 11 жыл бұрын

I wish they'd make a movie!

@film4lyfe92 14 жыл бұрын

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?

@SexyHogwarts 13 жыл бұрын

He's so sweet! The best Benny ever! You can tell he's just the nicest guy ever! He inspires me so much!!

@usnavi 14 жыл бұрын

@sydneyparra96 The incredibly talented Clifton Oliver is taking over. He is wonderful. Thanks for coming to see us.

@TwlightdragonDF 13 жыл бұрын

"I just got Smooth Criminal-ed"

@usnavi 14 жыл бұрын

@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.

@Piko411 11 жыл бұрын

I love this musical!!! And I'm excited (as well as a bit afraid) to be playing the Piragua Guy in our school's production a few weeks from today! When I make it to Broadway one day, I'll think of this musical being my inspiration to get there! All I do is breathe this very play now!

@jolizevette 14 жыл бұрын

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!

@mione134 14 жыл бұрын

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.

@StefoFizzle 13 жыл бұрын

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!

@KrayonL 13 жыл бұрын

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"

@yazroo777 14 жыл бұрын

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

@lipglosswtf 14 жыл бұрын

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.

@ghostofthespire 14 жыл бұрын

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.

@That70sloseR 13 жыл бұрын

I saw this yesterday for the first time with Chris. (LUCKY ME!

@JohnPerez718 12 жыл бұрын

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

@crazybubbles317 14 жыл бұрын

I'm so grateful that I was able to see ITH this summer before Chris left... it was an incredible experience!

@RogelioDouglasJr 14 жыл бұрын

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!!

@kinex209 11 жыл бұрын

This play is truly an inspiration to me maaaan you have no idea. My school is doing this this year and it's almost over, I feel like I want to do it forever haha :) Anyways, no one comes close to Chris Jackson playing Benny, but I'm gonna try and do you justice dude. :D

@MaybeOnTuesday 14 жыл бұрын

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 :)

@syd10801 14 жыл бұрын

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 =)

@julialovesupreme 14 жыл бұрын

Aw. This all seems like so long ago. Back when there was still a Virgin Megastore. Chris is a star. Always always always!

@TwlightdragonDF 13 жыл бұрын

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.

@kristensimelton4929 11 жыл бұрын

Love ya Chris!!! What a long way from The Kings Kids!!! So proud of you...we all are back home!!! :)

@beatrice1979b 14 жыл бұрын

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!!

@BxHype1991 12 жыл бұрын

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.

@CAPTGREENANGEL 14 жыл бұрын

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!!

@Brightstarpie 14 жыл бұрын

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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@dqDST1913 14 жыл бұрын

*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*

@hearts754 14 жыл бұрын

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???

@BroadwayGirl24 14 жыл бұрын

That was so inspirational! I definitely needed that today. :)

@DamonesIsLegend 14 жыл бұрын

Loved that. Chris is the real deal. I'm sure he'll be missed. Onward and upward.

@MattRansdellJr 14 жыл бұрын

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.

@lizzielarsenable 14 жыл бұрын

this was beautiful!

@Jillybilly227 14 жыл бұрын

awww this video is great and ill admit i teared up watching it but i can't wait to hear what Chris does next :)

@elphiegreen 14 жыл бұрын

i LOVE blackout!!!! gives me chills

@InvisibleFeetDaryl 14 жыл бұрын

Definitely one of my new idols! =] IN THE HEIGHTS is awesome!! Lin, you're amazing and saved my dream... Thank you, Daryl Jim

@Justlov4 14 жыл бұрын

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!

@supa621 14 жыл бұрын

i saw him when i visited NY! Amazing man out to do amazingthings!

@mtbwaylover 14 жыл бұрын

I'll miss Chris Jackson as Benny! He is so good and so talented. no doubt his replacement will be awesome as well.

@lepord64 14 жыл бұрын

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!!

@clopezsparrow 14 жыл бұрын

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!

@domsbabygrl 14 жыл бұрын

Brilliant. Everything's brilliant about this show. Hope your last night/show went beautifully, bro. You deserve it! :)

@bananabear90 14 жыл бұрын

gave me goosebumps :)

@jpsketch03 14 жыл бұрын

This was amazing. xo

@TheNovicePianist 14 жыл бұрын

So glad I had the opportunity to catch him in the show during my time in NYC :)

@karamichelle129 14 жыл бұрын

i love this :)

@ColonelYao47 14 жыл бұрын

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...

@Qtpiatl 14 жыл бұрын

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.

@playhart 14 жыл бұрын

this video makes me smile:)

@elishasay 13 жыл бұрын

Inspirational :)

@2HYPEractive 14 жыл бұрын

Good luck with everything!!

@ayutenshi2 14 жыл бұрын

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!

@KrayonL 13 жыл бұрын

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"

@aphoticjade 14 жыл бұрын

beautiful video :)

@taytaytaytay1000 13 жыл бұрын

i love his hawaii hat!

@pineapplepie52 14 жыл бұрын

Aw, it's so sad to see him go!

@Chishannicon 13 жыл бұрын

@TomCollinsgirl Ah, yeah, I saw that same special on tv. I was also at the show in Rochester : )

@TheMelodyofGirlena 14 жыл бұрын

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? ~

@StefoFizzle 14 жыл бұрын

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! :)

@lilhello106 14 жыл бұрын

@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 :)

@cpt0118 14 жыл бұрын

ONE AND ONLY BENNY.

@cxeazn 14 жыл бұрын

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?

@Adrmets 14 жыл бұрын

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.

@LiveYaLife10 14 жыл бұрын

Man!!! I can't believe Chris is leaving!!! Definitely gonna miss him on the show!!! ITH is the shizz!!! No doubt!!!

@michaelermcgowaniv 14 жыл бұрын

So many changes to the show. I gotta make another trip to NY to see it. Who will be the next Usnavi?

@cangels08 13 жыл бұрын

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! =]

@ColonelYao47 14 жыл бұрын

@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?

@newchhc2 14 жыл бұрын

Yes! No recordings ... see this show, it's dynamite! Come back to Broadway, Lin! :)

@katinasoleil 14 жыл бұрын

"I do this eight shows a week, change of venue and I don't know where the hell I'm supposed to be."

@playhart 14 жыл бұрын

yeah im the first one to make a comment!!! love you chirs!!!

@rockearl99 14 жыл бұрын

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. :)

@LizzieMarie08 14 жыл бұрын

are u going to be playing usnavi in Puerto RIco ???? please say yes!!!!!!!!!!

@123slash83 14 жыл бұрын

hey lin are you coming to puerto rico for the show????me and my family are going we are from vega baja:)))

@crazypoundpupp 14 жыл бұрын

What is the song in the background at the end?

@Khaeysa 14 жыл бұрын

Any news on the film version of the show?

@hitch4645 14 жыл бұрын

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.

@cpt0118 14 жыл бұрын

THE ONE AND ONLY BENNY.

@TheMelodyofGirlena 14 жыл бұрын

@sk8rtuti LOL! haha I know! They would've had Great chemistry I bet. Oh Welll. :)

@sk8rtuti 14 жыл бұрын

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.