Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT) is proud to conclude its 2025 mainstage season with one of the most celebrated musicals in American theatre history—West Side Story, running August 6–23 at the Pickard Theater. Last seen at MSMT in 2007, West Side Story returns to captivate a new generation with its explosive blend of music, movement, and emotion. With music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and a book by Arthur Laurents, this groundbreaking reimagining of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet unfolds in 1950s New York City, where two lovers are caught between rival gangs in a community divided by fear and prejudice. “West Side Story is not just a musical—it’s an artistic and cultural milestone,” said MSMT Artistic Director Curt Dale Clark. “It’s thrilling, heartbreaking, and more relevant than ever. We’re honored to close our season with this masterpiece.” Directed and choreographed by the award-winning Marc Robin, West Side Story features iconic numbers such as “Tonight,” “America,” “Somewhere,” and “Maria.” The production also includes Costume Design by Cody Von Ruden, Lighting and Scenic Design by Paul Black, Sound Design by Shannon Slaton, Video and Projections Design by Luis Garcia, Wig Design by Kevin S. Foster II, Music Direction by Jacob Stebly, and Production Stage Management by Mark Johnson. The cast of West Side Story includes: THE JETS RIFF, the leader: Bobby Ellis* THE SHARKS BERNARDO, the leader: Yurel Echezarreta* THE ADULTS DOC: Ed Romanoff* *Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States. West Side Story is licensed by Music Theatre International (MTI). Tickets & Info
TONY, his friend: Coleman Cummings*
ACTION: Jack Sippel*
A-RAB: Todd Turner
BABY JOHN: Austin Nedrow
BIG DEAL: Kevin Ivey-Morrison
DIESEL: Bradley Gibbins-Klein*
GEE-TAR: Dylan Stukenberg
ANYBODYS: Morgan Gillott*
GRAZIELLA: Brooklyn Bronson*
VELMA: Kelly Bolick*
MINNIE/“SOMEWHERE” SOLOIST: Greta Cardoza
CLARICE: Payton Hines
MARIA, his sister: Lauren Maria Medina*
ANITA, his girlfriend: Maria Cristina Posada Slye*
CHINO, his friend: Jaden Tai Martinez*
PEPE: Anthony Quintana
INDIO: Aaron Torres
LUIS: Bryan Fortunato
CONSUELO: Erin Gonzales*
TERESITA: Rachel Alvarez-Robinson
NIBBLES: Matthew Irani
FRANCISCA: Sabina Martin
ESTELLA: Stemarciae Bain
LT. SHRANK: Jim Ballard*
KRUPKE/GLAD HAND: Darren Lorenzo*
To ensure the best prices and avoid third-party fees, please purchase tickets directly at www.msmt.org or by calling the Box Office at 207-725-8769.
Tony Awards and Nominations for West Side Story
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Best Musical | |
| 1980 | Best Revival | |
| 2009 | Best Revival of a Musical |
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