West Side Story 1958 - Articles Page 14

Ages: 12+
Opened: December 12, 1958

West Side Story - 1958 - West End History , Info & More

Her Majesty's Theatre
(Piccadilly Circus) Haymarket London

More than fifty years ago one musical changed theater forever. Now it's back, and mesmerizing audiences once again. From the first note to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY soars as the greatest love story of all time. Tony® Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents’s Broadway direction is recreated for the tour by David Saint, the Associate Director on Broadway. WEST SIDE STORY remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever. The new Broadway cast album of WEST SIDE STORY recently won the 2010 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Show Album. The Bernstein and Sondheim score is considered to be one of Broadway's finest and features such classics of the American musical theatre as "Something's Coming," "Tonight," "America," "I Feel Pretty" and "Somewhere."

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West Side Story - 1958 - West End Articles Page 14

A CHRISTMAS MEMORY Comes To TheatreWorks Palo Alto 12/1-26
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2010


In a big-hearted, gloriously tuneful world premiere musical from a team of celebrated Broadway veterans, Truman Capote's enchanting holiday tale A CHRISTMAS MEMORY springs to life at TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley.

TheatreWorks Presents A CHRISTMAS MEMORY
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2010


In a big-hearted, gloriously tuneful world premiere musical from a team of celebrated Broadway veterans, Truman Capote's enchanting holiday tale A CHRISTMAS MEMORY springs to life at TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley.

WINTER WONDERETTES Cast Album Now Available
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 17, 2010


A studio cast recording of Winter Wonderettes, the holiday sequel to the hit off-Broadway musical The Marvelous Wonderettes is now available from LML Music at LMLmusic.com. The album features 19 Christmas classics sung by four Los Angeles stage favorites that helped make productions of the show artistic and financial successes across the country. Reprising their roles as Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy and Suzy are Julie Dixon Jackson, Darcie Roberts, Misty Cotton and Bets Malone.

A CHRISTMAS MEMORY Comes To TheatreWorks Palo Alto 12/1-26
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2010


In a big-hearted, gloriously tuneful world premiere musical from a team of celebrated Broadway veterans, Truman Capote's enchanting holiday tale A CHRISTMAS MEMORY springs to life at TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley.

TheatreWorks Presents A CHRISTMAS MEMORY
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2010


In a big-hearted, gloriously tuneful world premiere musical from a team of celebrated Broadway veterans, Truman Capote's enchanting holiday tale A CHRISTMAS MEMORY springs to life at TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley.

20th-Century Opera Takes Center Stage in New York City Opera's 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2010


New York City Opera General Manager and Artistic Director George Steel today announced the company's 2010-2011 season, which spotlights American composers and 20th-century works within a mix of world premieres, New York premieres and new productions. Offering audiences the opportunity to experience new and rarely performed operas as well as modern interpretations of traditional repertoire, the 2010-2011 season will also feature the launch of a concert series showcasing the non-operatic works of several of the composers of this season's operas. Taking advantage of the possibilities offered by the recent renovation of the company's home, the David H. Koch Theater, the concert series expands the repertoire and programming of City Opera and casts new light on the season's productions.

WEST SIDE STORY to Play at Fox Theatre 1/25-31/2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 19, 2010


The tour of the current smash hit Broadway production of WEST SIDE STORY is coming to Atlanta. WEST SIDE STORY will play at the Fox Theatre from January 25 -31, 2011 as part of the Broadway Across America - Atlanta 2010-2011 season.

A CHRISTMAS MEMORY Comes To TheatreWorks Palo Alto 12/1-26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 10, 2010


In a big-hearted, gloriously tuneful world premiere musical from a team of celebrated Broadway veterans, Truman Capote's enchanting holiday tale A CHRISTMAS MEMORY springs to life at TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley.

20th-Century Opera Takes Center Stage in New York City Opera's 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2010


New York City Opera General Manager and Artistic Director George Steel today announced the company's 2010-2011 season, which spotlights American composers and 20th-century works within a mix of world premieres, New York premieres and new productions. Offering audiences the opportunity to experience new and rarely performed operas as well as modern interpretations of traditional repertoire, the 2010-2011 season will also feature the launch of a concert series showcasing the non-operatic works of several of the composers of this season's operas. Taking advantage of the possibilities offered by the recent renovation of the company's home, the David H. Koch Theater, the concert series expands the repertoire and programming of City Opera and casts new light on the season's productions.

TheatreWorks Presents A CHRISTMAS MEMORY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 4, 2010


In a big-hearted, gloriously tuneful world premiere musical from a team of celebrated Broadway veterans, Truman Capote's enchanting holiday tale A CHRISTMAS MEMORY springs to life at TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley.

20th-Century Opera Takes Center Stage in New York City Opera's 2010-2011 Season
by BWW News Desk - Oct 31, 2010


New York City Opera General Manager and Artistic Director George Steel today announced the company's 2010-2011 season, which spotlights American composers and 20th-century works within a mix of world premieres, New York premieres and new productions. Offering audiences the opportunity to experience new and rarely performed operas as well as modern interpretations of traditional repertoire, the 2010-2011 season will also feature the launch of a concert series showcasing the non-operatic works of several of the composers of this season's operas. Taking advantage of the possibilities offered by the recent renovation of the company's home, the David H. Koch Theater, the concert series expands the repertoire and programming of City Opera and casts new light on the season's productions.

WEST SIDE STORY Tour to Play Omaha 10/19-10/24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2010


The first national tour of the current Broadway production of WEST SIDE STORY is coming to Omaha. WEST SIDE STORY will be presented at the Orpheum Theater October 19 - 24, 2010 by Omaha Performing Arts and Broadway Across America. Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents' Broadway direction will be recreated for the tour by David Saint, the Associate Director on Broadway. The original Jerome Robbins choreography is reproduced by Tony Award-nominee Joey McKneely (The Boy from Oz, The Life).

WEST SIDE STORY Tour to Play Omaha 10/19-10/24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2010


The first national tour of the current Broadway production of WEST SIDE STORY is coming to Omaha. WEST SIDE STORY will be presented at the Orpheum Theater October 19 - 24, 2010 by Omaha Performing Arts and Broadway Across America. Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents' Broadway direction will be recreated for the tour by David Saint, the Associate Director on Broadway. The original Jerome Robbins choreography is reproduced by Tony Award-nominee Joey McKneely (The Boy from Oz, The Life).

WEST SIDE STORY Extends LA Engagement Through 1/2
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 5, 2010


Broadway/L.A. and the Producers of the national tour of the current smash hit Broadway production of WEST SIDE STORY are proud to announce that, due to popular demand, the show has extended its Los Angeles engagement by two weeks. Added performances December 21st through January 2nd, 2011 will go on sale to the public on Sunday October 17th at 10am. WEST SIDE STORY will begin performances at the Pantages Theatre on November 30, 2010, and will now play a strictly-limited five-week holiday season engagement through January 2, 2011.

Atlanta Lyric's 31st Season To Open With THE MUSIC MAN 9/17-10/3
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2010


Atlanta Lyric Theatre, the metro area's only local professional musical theatre company, will kick off its 31st season with one of the most famous and popular musicals of all time, Meredith Willson's 'The Music Man,' playing September 17 through October 3 at The Strand Theatre on the Marietta Square.

Atlanta Lyric's 31st Season To Open With THE MUSIC MAN 9/17-10/3
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2010


Atlanta Lyric Theatre, the metro area's only local professional musical theatre company, will kick off its 31st season with one of the most famous and popular musicals of all time, Meredith Willson's 'The Music Man,' playing September 17 through October 3 at The Strand Theatre on the Marietta Square.

Atlanta Lyric's 31st Season To Open With THE MUSIC MAN 9/17-10/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 2, 2010


Atlanta Lyric Theatre, the metro area's only local professional musical theatre company, will kick off its 31st season with one of the most famous and popular musicals of all time, Meredith Willson's 'The Music Man,' playing September 17 through October 3 at The Strand Theatre on the Marietta Square.

WEST SIDE STORY Tour to Play Omaha 10/19-10/24
by Abigail Arnold - Sep 2, 2010


The first national tour of the current Broadway production of WEST SIDE STORY is coming to Omaha. WEST SIDE STORY will be presented at the Orpheum Theater October 19 - 24, 2010 by Omaha Performing Arts and Broadway Across America. Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents' Broadway direction will be recreated for the tour by David Saint, the Associate Director on Broadway. The original Jerome Robbins choreography is reproduced by Tony Award-nominee Joey McKneely (The Boy from Oz, The Life).

BWW Blogs: California Central Coast Theatre Openings & Closings
by Curt Miner - Jul 20, 2010


As we move toward the end of July, a number of our California Central Coast theatre and live performance venues are bringing runs to a close, or are preparing to tantalize your entertainment tastes with something new and exciting!

2010 River To River Festival Kicks Off Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2010


Offering something for everyone, the ninth annual River To River® Festival today unveiled a stellar line-up of free music, dance, and cultural events that firmly establishes Lower Manhattan as the city's summer arts capital.

OLIVER! Opens At The Benedum Starring Mark Indelicato 6/1-6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2010


Revisit one of the most-acclaimed musical productions of all time when Pittsburgh CLO kicks off the 64th Summer Season with its production of Oliver!, June 1-6 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

OLIVER! Opens At The Benedum Starring Mark Indelicato 6/1-6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2010


Revisit one of the most-acclaimed musical productions of all time when Pittsburgh CLO kicks off the 64th Summer Season with its production of Oliver!, June 1-6 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

Kaller, Shanley & Mayer et al. Ready for a Vassar Summer @ Powerhouse; Season Subscriptions Available Today, 5/19
by Jessica Lewis - May 19, 2010


Powerhouse Theater, a unique collaboration between Vassar College and New York Stage and Film, will enter its second quarter-century this summer, continuing its mission to offer a haven for world-class artists to gather and explore new material in an atmosphere that is both protected and challenging.

TheatreWorks Presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, 4/7-5/9
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2010


Celebrating fifty years since the original publication of this stunning American masterpiece, TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theater of Silicon Valley, presents TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, dramatized by Christopher Sergel and based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Harper Lee.

OLIVER! Opens At The Benedum Starring Mark Indelicato 6/1-6
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 4, 2010


Revisit one of the most-acclaimed musical productions of all time when Pittsburgh CLO kicks off the 64th Summer Season with its production of Oliver!, June 1-6 at the Benedum Center in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

West Side Story FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of West Side Story have there been?
West Side Story has had 21 productions including Broadway which opened in 1957, Broadway which opened in 1957, West End which opened in 1958, US Tour which opened in 1959, Broadway which opened in 1960, Broadway which opened in 1960, Broadway which opened in 1964, Broadway which opened in 1964, Broadway which opened in 1968, Broadway which opened in 1980, Broadway which opened in 1980, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1991, Regional (UK) which opened in 1992, West End which opened in 1998, Houston, TX (Regional) which opened in 2006, Broadway which opened in 2009, US Tour which opened in 2010, Washington, DC (Regional) which opened in 2015, Washington, DC (Regional) which opened in 2018, Regional (US) which opened in 2018 and Broadway which opened in 2020.
What awards has West Side Story been nominated for?
West Side Story has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Best Musical Revival at the Olivier Awards, and Leonard Bernstein and Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical at the Evening Standard Awards.
What awards has West Side Story won?
West Side Story has won several awards, including Best Musical Revival at the Olivier Awards and the Ned Sherrin Award for Best Musical at the Evening Standard Awards.

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