Heart and lights.

• Position: Entertainment

WITH THE ROCKETTES--who else?--as the main attraction, MSG Entertainment has announced the launch of a brand new, New York-themed, live theatrical production at Radio City Music Hall, entitled "Heart and Lights," which stars the world-famous dance troupe in a way that audiences never have seen them before.

Previews begin March 27 and the show runs April 3-May 4. "Heart and Lights" celebrates the vibrant, infectious energy of New York as seen through the eyes of two cousins, who discover their grandmother's surprising past by uncovering the secrets of the city she loved.

"Through the exceptional vision of [director and choreographer] Linda Haberman, alongside our talented and creative and production teams, the scope and scale of this production will push artistic boundaries like never before with state-of-the-art technology, breathtaking puppetry, and awe-inspiring scenes," says Melissa Ormond, president of MSG Entertainment. "Audiences will also see the Rockettes' extraordinary talents and athleticism in some of their most challenging choreography to date."

The 90-minute show was written by Doug Wright, a Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner. There are eight production numbers of dynamically different Rockettes choreography, dazzling costumes (that light up in different hues), and innovative technology, including 3D effects, elaborate animatronics, and GPS elements.

The action is set to a soundtrack of original music coupled with songs by some of the most influential artists of the past 50 years. Moreover, the Rockettes break away from their quintessential kickline, modernizing their routines with various styles of dance.

"I have lived in New York City for more than 40 years and 'Heart and Lights' is a love letter to this great city," says Haberman. "This production has been more than five years in the making. Our goal is to capture the energy and passion of New York and put it on the Great Stage of Radio City. The Rockettes shine in their starring role, showcasing dynamic choreography that combines jazz, ballet, modern dance, and rhythmic tap, but still retains their signature precision technique. 'Heart and Lights' will articulate the Rockettes' unparalleled artistic range as a dance company."

In an interview with The New York Times, she added, "You're going to see a lot of stuff you've never seen the Rockettes do before. I'm definitely expanding their vocabulary. In this show, I felt like there were no limits."

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