a From pepperoni bacon pizza to air guitar solos, Oliver paints a vivid, unforgettable portrait of a vibrant life cut short—and a father’s relentless fight for a better future. Both a celebration and a rallying cry, GUAC pulls zero punches and speaks to anyone who has ever loved, lost, or dreamed of making a difference.
Written & Performed by Manuel Oliver, Co-Written by James Clements ,Directed & Produced by Michael Cotey In Association with Change the Ref
Presented bilingually in English and Spanish. 100 minutes • No intermission
Previews
September 25, 26, & 30 • 7:30 PM
September 27 • 2:00 PM
Opening Night
October 1 • 7:30 PM
Evenings
October 2, 3, 7, 8, 9 & 10 • 7:30 PM
Matinees
October 3, 4 & 10 • 2:00 PM
Uptown Conversations: Lin-Manuel Miranda & Quiara Alegría Hudes. Moderated by Mino Lora
For one special evening, creators Lin-Manuel Miranda and Quiara Alegría Hudes of the Tony Award-winning In The Heights join us for an intimate conversation at The People’s Theatre, moderated by Executive Artistic Director Mino Lora.
Ahead of New York City Center’s gala production of In the Heights, they will revisit the musical’s journey from Washington Heights to Broadway and its lasting influence on American theatre and popular culture. Join us for a candid evening exploring the future of Latino theatre, the power of stories shaped by place, and what becomes possible when our communities see themselves on the map, at the center of the stage.
Free Event | Ticket Required Reservations: Complimentary reservations are required. Founding Members receive early access to reserve tickets. Capacity is extremely limited.
Lobby Opens: 6:30 PM
Event: 7:30 PM
One-Night Only Concert
When You’re Home: An Uptown Cabaret
with Robin de Jesús & Linedy Genao
For one unforgettable night, Broadway icons Robin de Jesús and Linedy Genao come uptown for an inaugural cabaret at The People’s Theatre celebrating the music, memories, and mischief that make New York feel like home.
This Uptown Cabaret is a genre-hopping love letter to Uptown: part Broadway concert, part Latin music fever dream, and part family party where the playlist moves from Juan Gabriel to Sunday in the Park with George—somehow it makes perfect sense.
Created especially for The People’s Theatre—Manhattan’s largest Latino performing arts theater—this one-night-only concert honors our rich immigrant stories, neighborhood rhythms, and the beautifully chaotic Uptown spirit that has always powered Washington Heights and Inwood. Expect big voices, sharp humor, sazón, and the kind of chemistry that only these two beloved Broadway icons can bring.
Welcome back home. Welcome back to Uptown!
Produced in partnership with Carlos E. Hernandez / IKIGAI Management & Media
Cabaret Happy Hour: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Concert: 7:30 PM
