Game Platform Roblox Is Hosting ‘In the Heights’ Immersive Block Party
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Jun
4,
2021
Ever wanted to experience one of NYC’s famous block parties? Well, Roblox is launching a digital immersive experience of it, in celebration of the upcoming In The Heights release.
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The immersive event coincides with the film’s release and will include a virtual re-creation of the movie musical’s Washington Heights neighborhood and feature two events. You’ll be able to participate on June 10 at 7 p.m. ET. The inagural event will be a Lights Out party featuring an exclusive movie clip, a cast Q&A as well as virtual merchandise items. A virtual dance party celebration is scheduled on June 11 at 4 p.m. ET, where the Roblox community can perform synchronized, choreographed dances. The film’s official release is June 11, 2021. We don’t know what you’re up to next weekend, but a virtual re-creation of Washington Heights with a dance party sounds like an awesome way to spend it.