Into the Hoods

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"Into the Hoods" is a hip-hop musical that premiered in London's West End in 2008. It tells the story of two children, Tommy and Lily, who get lost in the inner city and end up in a fantastical world where they meet characters inspired by fairy tales, such as Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and Cinderella. However, this is not a world of happily ever afters, and the children quickly discover that the characters are all facing problems and challenges of their own.

The musical features a score made up of contemporary pop songs that have been given a hip-hop twist, including tracks from artists such as OutKast, Gorillaz, and Basement Jaxx. The dance routines are choreographed by ZooNation, a hip-hop dance company led by Kate Prince, and are a mix of traditional hip-hop moves, breakdancing, and contemporary dance.

The show explores themes of family, friendship, identity, and the power of storytelling, as the characters work through their issues and come together to find solutions to their problems. It is a high-energy, visually stunning production that has been praised for its innovative use of hip-hop dance and music to tell a story that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.