In The Heights
CATEGORY: Performer
RAFCO ENTERTAINMENT
Massapequa, NY
US
Job Details
DESCRIPTION
Synopsis:
*In the Heights* tells the story of a vibrant neighborhood in Washington Heights as its residents navigate dreams, relationships, and the meaning of home. Featuring a high-energy score that blends hip-hop, Latin rhythms, and contemporary musical theatre, the show celebrates culture, community, and resilience.
Production Overview:
This production is being presented by RAFCO as part of its ongoing theatre programming. While this is a **community theatre production**, the project is being produced in a structured and professionally organized environment with a strong focus on performance quality, storytelling, and ensemble collaboration.
This production will also serve as a great opportunity for actors to obtain performance footage from a fully staged musical production.
Rehearsals:
Rehearsals will take place primarily at **RAFCO Studio — 4250 Sunrise Highway, Massapequa, NY**. Rehearsals will begin in spring 2026 and will take place throughout the rehearsal period leading up to performances. Rehearsals will be on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays between 6-10PM.
RAFCO is seeking dynamic performers with strong acting, vocal, and movement ability. Actors of all backgrounds are encouraged to submit.
Roles:
[USNAVI DE LA VEGA]
Male 20's-30's, Owner of De La Vega’s Bodega, whose parents emigrated from the Dominican Republic and have since passed away. Lives with Abuela Claudia, in love with Vanessa, but is comically shy. Charismatic and friendly with a generous heart. Excellent actor / rapper / mover and singer. D3-G4.
[KEVIN ROSARIO]
Male 40s-50's, co-owner of Rosario Car and Limousine,
husband to Camila and father to Nina. Charismatic and proud, this self-made
man is also stubborn and hot tempered, but always wants the best for his family.
Singer who moves well. C4-E5.
[CAMILA ROSARIO]
Female 40s-50's, co-owner of Rosario Car and Limousine
with her husband Kevin. Strong, fiery yet pragmatic woman with a deep love for
her family. Singer who moves well. G3-B4.
[BENNY]
Male 20's-30's, BIPOC, driver for Rosario Car &Limousine, where he
has worked since he was a teenager. Ambitious and optimistic, he aims to have
his own business one day. Handsome, flirtatious, charming man who falls in love
with Nina. Strong singer, excellent mover. E3-G#4.
[PIRAGUERO]
Diligently sells piraguas in the Heights to earn a
living. Bright, soaring tenor. D3-A4
[VANESSA]
Female 20's, works at Daniela’s Salon. Charismatic, with strong
dreams of leaving the Heights, away from her alcoholic mother. Excellent dancer,
strong belt/mix. F#3-F5.
[ABUELA CLAUDIA]
Female 50-60, Abuela Claudia raised Usnavi after his
parents died, and continues to live with him. She has been in the Heights the
longest and is the matriarch to all. Strong belt to a C. F#3-C5.
[ENSEMBLE]
Seeking an ensemble to create the diverse, vibrant world of this
Washington Height's neighborhood. Seeking all ethnicities, ages and body
types. Must be excellent dancers and singers (hip hop and salsa primarily), and
actors who can develop strong, specific and vulnerable characters
DURATION
Apr 18, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026