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"I started off as a huge fan of the show and have loved coming on as Heather Chandler. The cast is incredible, relentless, and Kuhoo Verma’s take on Veronica is an absolute treat. Heathers is the kind of show that’s both wildly fun and weirdly brutal - it makes you laugh and then immediately makes you feel guilty for laughing. I love how it plays with teen politics and cruelty in a way that still feels current, and the score is just nonstop. It’s sharp, campy, and emotionally uncomfortably honest underneath all the chaos."

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*Heathers* is a dark musical comedy that’s, in wonderful and campy ways, partly a satire of high school life. This comes as no surprise looking at the creators, Kevin Murphy and Laurence O’Keefe, who have created high-octane hits like *Legally Blonde, Bat Boy*, and *Reefer Madness*. Like those shows, *Heathers* showcases young characters contending with the pains of adolescence and growing up. The musical, like the movie, does not shy away from heavier material: suicide, mental health, body image issues, and drug use are all addressed. 

Nonetheless, there are many laughs along the way — and hit songs like “Seventeen,” “Lifeboat,” and “Freeze Your Brain.”. A precursor to the film *Mean Girls* (and its subsequent stage show), *Heathers* was ahead of its time as a late-80s film that continues to resonate with young audiences today. London Theatre raved, “This musical has the power to tap into all of the tempestuous emotions associated with being a teenager.”

The *Heathers* musical first premiered in 2013 in Los Angeles before running off Broadway the following year. This new production originated in 2018 in London's West End before going on to have two national tours and an encore engagement in the West End.

## What to watch for

- One line from the movie — "I don't patronize bunny rabbits" — was cut from the musical until Winona Ryder saw the show in L.A. and asked that it be added back in. It's remained in every major production since!
- One character, Ms. Fleming, ad-libs a section of the song "Shine a Light" at every performance, and it's different every night.
- In various scenes, the ensemble appears in white robes and 3-D glasses, a direct nod to the costuming in a key scene from the movie.
- One scene takes place in a cow pasture dubbed "Lehmann's Farm," a nod to *Heathers* film director Michael Lehmann.
- The original film starred Winona Ryder, Christian Slater, Shannen Doherty, Lisanne Falk, Kim Walker, and Penelope Milford.

## Important information

- This production uses loud sound effects including gun shots.
- This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.
- Strobe or flashing lights are used in this production.
- Contains strong language and mature themes including murder, suicide, sexual violence and references to eating disorders. Audience discretion is advised.
- Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary.
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked.
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services.

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*Heathers* is a musical comedy based on the cult film and follows Veronica as she tries to navigate teenage issues, first love, and three Heathers who rule the school with an iron fist.

Get ready for big fun at *Heathers The Musical*, returning to New York City 10 years after its original Off-Broadway premiere and fresh off multiple acclaimed runs in the U.K. Get *Heathers* tickets now.

In *Heathers*, based on the hit 1988 film, Veronica Sawyer navigates the dicey waters of Westerberg High School: her friend is bullied for being fat; she crushes on a mysterious, brooding boy who might have a deadly streak; and the Heathers clique reigns supreme. A trio of girls all with the first name Heather are conniving, thorny, and all-powerful. Will Veronica be able to beat the Heathers at their own game without losing herself along the way?

*Heathers* features hit songs like “Seventeen,” “Lifeboat,” and “Freeze Your Brain” in this adaptation by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O’Keefe, two musical theatre writers who know how to write fun, campy roles and songs for young artists — especially in shows that are stage adaptations. Murphy wrote the book and lyrics for *Reefer Madness*, and O’Keefe wrote the music and lyrics for *Legally Blonde*.

Despite those energetic musicals, *Heathers* does deal with darker themes, including body image issues, suicide, bullying, and more. However, such issues are what make the musical popular amongst a younger generation.

“Its darkly comedic storyline about high school growing pains still bites,” London Theatre raved in a four-star review. “There’s a reason these young fans keep coming back to the show, regardless of where it is staged. This musical has the power to tap into all of the tempestuous emotions associated with being a teenager.”

Do you have what it takes to survive the Heathers? Get tickets to *Heathers The Musical* to find out.

## Important information

- This production uses loud sound effects including gun shots.
- This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.
- Strobe or flashing lights are used in this production.
- Contains strong language and mature themes including murder, suicide, sexual violence and references to eating disorders. Audience discretion is advised.
- Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary.
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked.
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services.

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*Heathers* is a dark comedy and musical based on the cult 1989 film. It follows Veronica Sawyer, a student who navigates social hierarchy and teenage issues in her high school, run by a trio of popular girls all named Heather.

Isabella Esler stars as Veronica Sawyer in [*Heathers The Musical*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/42261-heathers-the-musical) off Broadway at [New World Stages](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/new-world-stages) from April 27, 2026.

Esler made her Broadway debut as Lydia in [*Beetlejuice*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/14894-beetlejuice-musical-tickets) in 2025 after playing the role on the show's national tour. For starring as Alice Carter in the musical *Life After* in Toronto, she was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Individual at the 2025 Dora Awards.

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John Cardoza stars as J.D. in [*Heathers The Musical*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/42261-heathers-the-musical) off Broadway at [New World Stages](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/new-world-stages) from April 27, 2026.

Cardoza made his Broadway debut in the ensemble of the Alanis Morissette musical *Jagged Little Pill* and went on to star as Younger Noah in the 2024 Broadway musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks's *The Notebook*. He also played Christian in [*Moulin Rouge! The Musical*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/15911-moulin-rouge-the-musical-on-broadway-tickets) on Broadway and in the show's U.S. national tour.

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Lisa Ann Walter makes her Off-Broadway debut as Ms. Fleming/Veronica's Mom in [*Heathers The Musical*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/42261-heathers-the-musical) at [New World Stages](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/new-world-stages) from April 27, 2026.

Walter is best known for her screen roles as Chessy in the 1998 remake of *The Parent Trap* and Melissa Schemmenti on the sitcom *Abbott Elementary*, winning a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Ensemble in a Comedy Series alongside her co-stars.

Walter has also won celebrity editions of *Jeopardy!* and *The Weakest Link*, becoming the 18th-highest-earning game show contestant of all time.

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Zan Berube stars as Heather Chandler in [*Heathers The Musical*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/42261-heathers-the-musical) off Broadway at [New World Stages](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/new-world-stages) from April 27, 2026. Berube has also starred in the national tours of *Back to the Future: The Musical* as Lorraine Baines and *Six* as Anne Boleyn.

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Jackera Davis stars as Heather Duke in [*Heathers The Musical*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/42261-heathers-the-musical) off Broadway at [New World Stages](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/new-world-stages) from December 11, 2025.

Davis makes her Off-Broadway debut with *Heathers*. She has previously performed in the national tour of *Beetlejuice* and in regional productions like *All Shook Up* at Goodspeed Musicals, *Bye Bye Birdie* at the Kennedy Center, and *Footloose* at Sacramento Music Circus.

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Elizabeth Teeter stars as Heather McNamara in in [*Heathers The Musical*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/42261-heathers-the-musical) off Broadway at [New World Stages](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/new-world-stages).

Teeter is best known for her starring Broadway roles as Lydia in *Beetlejuice*; Betty in *The Crucible* (opposite Saoirse Ronan), Young Elizabeth in *The Audience* (with Helen Mirren), and Jane Banks in *Mary Poppins*. Off Broadway, she earned an Audelco Award nomination for starring as Lily in *The Secret Life of Bees*.

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New World Stages is a renowned theatre venue located in the bustling heart of New York City. This five-theatre complex is designed to accommodate a wide variety of performances, from avant-garde productions to blockbuster musicals. Each theatre in the complex is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and an intimate, comfortable seating layout, providing theatre patrons with a unique and immersive experience. The interior design of New World Stages presents a fusion of art and architecture, featuring a lobby filled with rising and falling stage curtains and top-notch facilities. This versatile and contemporary theatre venue has played host to numerous award-winning productions since its inception. The bars and restrooms at the venue have been designed keeping in mind the comfort and convenience of all visitors. There is also a gallery space which showcases art from emerging artists around the world. **Getting to New World Stages**: The venue is conveniently situated at 340 West 50th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues. The venue is easily accessible via subway; the C & E trains stop at 50th street, a mere one-block's walk from the theatre. Additionally, several parking garages offer discounted rates to theatre-goers.

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Located beneath the Worldwide Plaza between Times Square and Hell’s Kitchen, New World Stages is a modern performing arts complex with five theatres for Off-Broadway productions.

The building was constructed in 1994 on the site of the third Madison Square Garden. It first opened as a Loews Cineplex Entertainment multiplex cinema, which closed in 2001.

For the next three years, the building underwent substantial renovations and finally reopened as Dodger Stages in 2004, designed by architects Beyer, Blinder, and Belle. The theatre complex was renamed New World Stages on March 16, 2006, and Stage Entertainment assumed sole ownership of the property. The Shubert Organization took over ownership and operation on November 17, 2017.

All five spaces have between 100 and 500 seats, officially deeming New World Stages an Off-Broadway venue. Stage 1 and Stage 3 are the largest theatres in the complex with 499 seats. Stages 2 and 4 offer a 350-seat capacity. Stage 5 is the smallest venue with 199 seats. The Green Room is the official bar and lounge for New World Stages, but it can also be a performance space.

## How to get to New World Stages off Broadway

New World Stages is closest to the 50th St. subway stop on the C and E lines. The nearest bus stop is 9 Av./W 50 St. on the M11 line.

## Where is *The Play That Goes Wrong* playing?

*The Play That Goes Wrong* is at New World Stages' Stage 4. The comedy play made its Broadway debut in 2017, and after running there for two years, it transferred off Broadway.

Previous productions that enjoyed long Off-Broadway runs at New World Stages after closing on Broadway are *Jersey Boys* and *Avenue Q*.

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New World Stages, located in New York between Times Square and Hell’s Kitchen, is a modern performing arts complex housing five Off-Broadway theatres.

New World Stages is a five-theatre complex in New York known for hosting a variety of performances. It's easily reachable via subway.

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"Buena Vista Social Club was so impressive with a full live band active throughout the whole show, giving it the best energy I’ve ever seen. I love a story inspired by true events."

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Experience the Tony Award-winning *Buena Vista Social Club* on Broadway following a hit run at Atlantic Theater Company — the Off-Broadway powerhouse that originated hits including *Spring Awakening*, *Kimberly Akimbo*, *The Band’s Visit*, and more. Get *Buena Vista Social Club* tickets now.

Inspired by the Grammy-winning 1997 album of the same name, the *Buena Vista Social Club* musical tells a story inspired by the legendary artists who recorded the soul-stirring, foot-tapping music of Cuba’s golden age. Their groundbreaking namesake album *Buena Vista Social Club* inspired an Academy Award-nominated documentary that dove into the history of this ensemble, which recruited many Cuban artists who had been retired for years to authentically recapture Latin American musical genres such as son, bolero, and danzón. 

Now, the band's music comes to vivacious life in a passionate production directed by Tony Award nominee Saheem Ali (*Fat Ham*). He collaborates with an illustrious team that includes Marco Ramirez (who won a Drama Desk Award for *The Royale*) and choreographers Patricia Delgado and Justin Peck (who won a Tony Award for *Carousel* and choreographed Steven Spielberg's *West Side Story*).

## Important information

- Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre. 
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary. 
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked. 
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services. 
- A bright light effect is used in this production. This production uses loud sound effects. This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.

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Hear the Grammy-winning eponymous album by Buena Vista Social Club come to life on stage in this 10-time Tony Award-nominated production. Discover how the pioneering music group revitalized the Cuban music scene and ushered in its Golden Age in this show that honors the vibrant, timeless sounds of the Caribbean.

The *Buena Vista Social Club* musical is named for the title band and its eponymous 1997 album that won a Grammy Award the next year. Buena Vista Social Club was active for two decades, up until 2015. Now, this musical honors the group's legacy and gives us a beat we can all groove to.

Saheem Ali, a Tony nominee for *Fat Ham*, directs the musical, working with bookwriter Marco Ramirez (Drama Desk Award for *The Royale*) and choreographers Justin Peck (Tony winner, *Carousel*, *Illinoise*) and Patricia Delgado. Dancing back into New York, *Buena Vista Social Club* on Broadway promises an electrifying experience of music and dance.

## What to watch for

- Buena Vista Social Club recorded their same-named album in just six days!
- Atlantic Theater Company is a downtown Off-Broadway theatre that has originated some of the world’s most famous musicals, including three recent Tony Award winners for Best Musical: *Spring Awakening*, *The Band’s Visit*, and *Kimberly Akimbo*. See what they produce now before the world sees it later!
- The musical brings together a renowned choreography team. Justin Peck won a Tony Award for Best Choreography for the recent revival of *Carousel*, and he also choreographed Steven Spielberg's Oscar-winning *West Side Story* film. Patricia Delgado, a principal dancer with the Miami City Ballet, co-choreographs *Buena Vista Social Club* and was Peck’s associate on *West Side Story*.
- The *Buena Vista Social Club* album was preserved in the United States National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress in 2022 for its cultural significance.

## Important information

A bright light effect is used in this production. This production uses loud sound effects. This production uses theatrical haze and smoke.

- Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre. 
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary. 
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked. 
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services. 

__Audio Described / Captioned Performances__ 
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The Grammy-winning, landmark Cuban album by the same-named music group is now the basis for a vibrant, celebratory musical, which has been nominated for 10 Tony Awards. Relive the Golden Age of Cuban music while hearing the renaissance of genres like son, bolero, and danzón.

"This is not the story of a nation; this is the story of a band," music producer Juan De Marcos (Luis Vega) says at the top of *Buena Vista Social Club*. Maybe the musical isn't the story of Cuba, from where the same-named group hailed, but it is much more than the story of a band, too.

"Buena Vista Social Club" is synonymous with a lightning-in-a-bottle cultural phenomenon: the group of Cuban musicians brought together, largely post-retirement, by De Marcos and others to record an album; that Grammy Award-winning album, which ushered in a renaissance of old-school Cuban dance music; the documentary film made about them, which was named to the National Film Registry in 2020; and the physical hall where many of BVSC's musicians got their start before the Cuban Revolution set in, upending their careers and shuttering the club alongside many others like it.

That singular tale — of forgotten friendships, sounds, and struggles alike getting an unexpected and irreplicable second act — is the story of *Buena Vista Social Club*, part true, part dramatized. The resulting plot may be predictable, but the staging and music of *Buena Vista* are lush, vibrant, and celebratory.

Director Saheem Ali's production is clearly designed as a showcase for the music anyway, and that's apparent from the the opening number, "El Carretero." (All the songs are either instrumental or sung in Spanish.) The full band is front and center, and a large ensemble fluidly grooves along as though the song is a current, sweeping them up and carrying them where it desires.

That irresistible impulse to just fall into the music carries throughout the show and extends to the audience. (*Buena Vista* is actually a show that makes you want to get up and dance, especially when Patricia Delgado and Justin Peck's explosive choreography kicks into high gear, but that's frowned upon in the theatre.) But nowhere is that submission more apparent than in Omara Portuondo (a potent Natalie Venetia Belcon), who abandons a mainstream singing career with her sister ("a life we can *control*," her sister notably calls it) to remain in Cuba, even as the revolution mounts and her family leaves, and perform Cuban music at the BVSC.

Decades later, her past regrets have hardened her — she eventually did pursue a solo career and left Compay Segundo and Ibrahim Ferrer, who introduced her to the BVSC, behind — but we watch in real time as recording with the BVSC dissolves her steely shell. A highlight of the show is the number "Candela," particularly the part in which the exacting Omara dismisses the flute player — "No one ever recorded a scorching rendition of anything with a flute," she claims — but when De Marcos asks him to play anyway, sure enough, the flute notes dance atop the melody like sparks, and Omara's charmed.

*Buena Vista* leaps back and forth between this album recording in the '90s and the characters' early careers in the '50s. Ali achieves these shifts seamlessly and in a swift two hours. Some Act 2 plot points, including the rise of the Revolution, get rushed in the process, as does the musical's exploration of how colorism impacts the musicians' opportunities, particularly Ferrer's.

The ending is thus bittersweet — that in this version of Buena Vista Social Club's story, it took decades for Ferrer and others to get the recognition they deserved. But getting to hear their music live at the [Linda Gross Theater](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/linda-gross-theater) now is a unique and worthwhile treat.

[*Buena Vista Social Club* is at Atlantic Theater Company's Linda Gross Theater through December 31.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club)

*Photo credit: Jared Machado (at microphone with guitar) and the company of
Buena Vista Social Club. (Photo by Ahron R. Foster)*

'Buena Vista Social Club' review — lush, vibrant music makes this show a treat

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Off-Broadway

Read our four-star review of *Buena Vista Social Club*, a new musical inspired by the Cuban music group of the same name, now off Broadway through December 31.

The **Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre** is a celebrated Broadway theatre venue located in the heart of New York City, offering guests an immersion into the world of shows and performances. The theatre was built in 1917 and was initially known as the Plymouth Theatre. It was later renamed to honor the late Gerald Schoenfeld, a Broadway producer who significantly contributed to the world of arts. The architect was Herbert J. Krapp, who designed the theatre in a neo-classical style giving it an ambiance reminiscent of the golden era of theatre. It has a history of hosting numerous Tony Award-winning productions and enchanting audiences with its magnificent interior, comfortable seating, and top-notch acoustic technology. It can accommodate up to 1,080 guests. Beyond its artistic significance, the theatre is also central, located in close proximity to restaurants, shops, and the buzzing NYC nightlife.

**_How to get there:_** The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre is situated at 236 W 45th St, right in the Theatre District. You can conveniently get there with a myriad of city transportation options, including subway (N,Q,R,W, 1,2,3,7), bus (M104, M42, M6, M10), taxi, or even walking if you reside nearby.

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The Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre is a historic Broadway theatre venue in New York, known for its spectacular productions and convenient location.

Natalie Venetia Belcon stars as Omara in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre), winning a 2025 Tony Award for her performance. Her other Broadway credits include originating the role of Gary Coleman in *Avenue Q*, Joanne Jefferson in *Rent*, Mrs. Phelps in *Matilda the Musical*, and Erzulie in *Once on This Island*. Her national tour work includes Madame Morrible in *Wicked*, and her Off-Broadway credits include *The Glorious Ones* at Lincoln Center. She has had recurring roles on television shows including *The Education of Max Bickford*, *Beverly Hills, 90210*, and *Roc*.

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Rick Negron stars as Compay in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre). The Puerto Rican native has appeared on Broadway in *In The Heights, Goodbye Girl, Legs Diamond, The Mystery of Edwin Drood*, and *Leader Of The Pack*, as well as the national tours of *Hamilton, Mamma Mia, Ragtime*, and *West Side Story*.

Rick Negron - NY

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Mel Semé stars as Ibrahim in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre). Born and raised in Camagüey, Cuba, he studied at the prestigious University of Arts in Havana and now divides his time between Barcelona, Los Angeles, and New York's vibrant theatre scene. His music blends Cuban rhythms, pop, folk, and jazz, and he works as both a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist.

Mel Semé - NYC

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Isa Antonetti stars as Young Omara in [*Buena Vista Social Club*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31351-buena-vista-social-club) on Broadway at the [Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/gerald-schoenfeld-theatre). Her previous credits include *Evita*, *Macbeth*, and *A Chorus Line*, and she starred in her film debut *Gift of Fear*. The role holds special meaning for her as it reflects her own experiences growing up performing with her father's Latin band, Orquesta Antonetti.

Isa Antonetti - NYC

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