The Performing & Visual Arts Camp (PVAC) will mark its 20th anniversary with a production of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Tony Award-winning “In the Heights,” Aug. 8-10 at JoAnn Caines Theater at La Cumbre Junior High, 2255 Modoc Road, Santa Barbara.
To open the event, PVAC invites the community to a free, family-friendly Carnaval del Barrio Block Party, a pre-show event inspired by the musical’s high-energy celebration of culture and community, 6-8 p.m. Monday, July 28 in the 800 block of State Street at De La Guerra Street.
The performance of “In the Heights” is directed by Bella Garcia-Holland, musically directed by Dauri Kennedy, and choreographed by Karyn Laver of The Dance Network along with Quincy Ruggieri, Deja Cabrera Harley, and Jess Ballonoff.
“In the Heights” is a story of identity, community and resilience set in a lively Latinx neighborhood on the brink of change.
Featuring a diverse cast, the show is the culmination of PVAC’s summer program, which offers training in voice, dance and acting.
Show tickets available online at https://cur8.com/40643/project/133075.
The community block party will feature live DJ spinning Latin beats and party favorites; sneak peek performances by the “In the Heights” cast; raffle to win tickets to the show; dancing, music, and family fun.