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'Tonight, Tonight'...WEST SIDE STORY Completes DC Run 1/17
by Eddie Varley - Jan 17, 2009


West Side Story returned to where it all began for the show in 1957, the National Theatre in Washington, DC. official out of town performance period. West Side Story played a limited engagement at the National with the final 'Somewhere' being sung 'Tonight' (forgive us-but too easy) January 17th, 2009. The cast will next bring the classic story to life on the stage of The Palace Theatre on Febuary 23rd, the first scheduled preview performance. West Side Story's official Opening Night on Broadway is set for March 19th, 2009. The producers of West Side Story have assembled a dynamic cast for the new Broadway production. The cast of 37 stars Matt Cavenaugh (A Catered Affair, Grey Gardens) as 'Tony,' Karen Olivo (In the Heights) as 'Anita,' Cody Green (Movin' Out) as 'Riff' and George Akram (The Farrelly's Stuck on You) as 'Bernardo.' The role of 'Maria' will be played by Broadway newcomer Josefina Scaglione. The 21 year old actress comes directly, by special arrangement with Actors' Equity Association, from Buenos Aires after an exhaustive international search for the role. She created the role of Amber Von Tussle in the Argentinean production of Hairspray and the title role in Cinderella. Miss Scaglione is a classically trained opera singer who has received critical acclaim appearing as a soloist in the nation's most prestigious concert halls.

Photo Coverage: WEST SIDE STORY Opening Night Curtain Call
by Eddie Varley - Jan 8, 2009


West Side Story returned to where it all began for the show in 1957, the National Theatre in Washington, DC. last night for its official out of town opening night. West Side Story will play a limited engagement at the National through January 17th, 2009. BroadwayWorld made sure to capture the opening night curtain call for this iconic classic!

'Siento Hermosa' WEST SIDE STORY Inspires Latin Audiences
by Eddie Varley - Jan 5, 2009


The Washington Post has a wonderful article on the Spanish language additions to the iconic Broadway bound West Side Story. The Bilingual staging is getting much acclaim as it woos Washington D.C. audiences with the rich melodies of Leonard Bernstein.

'Something's Coming'...WEST SIDE STORY Box Office Opens 1/4
by Eddie Varley - Jan 4, 2009


The box office will open on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. for the new Broadway production of WEST SIDE STORY. Directed by multiple Tony Award winner and author of the musical Arthur Laurents, WEST SIDE STORY will begin preview performances at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway) on Broadway on Monday, February 23, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, March 19, 2009.

'Something's Coming'...WEST SIDE STORY Box Office Opens 1/4
by Eddie Varley - Dec 30, 2008


The box office will open on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. for the new Broadway production of WEST SIDE STORY. Directed by multiple Tony Award winner and author of the musical Arthur Laurents, WEST SIDE STORY will begin preview performances at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway) on Broadway on Monday, February 23, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, March 19, 2009.

Photo Flash: WEST SIDE STORY at the National Theatre
by Eddie Varley - Dec 27, 2008


This spring, WEST SIDE STORY returns to Broadway in a groundbreaking new production. WEST SIDE STORY has returned to where it all began for the show in 1957, the National Theatre in Washington, DC. WEST SIDE STORY will play a limited engagement at the National through January 17th, 2009.

IRENA'S VOW Set For Broadway's Walter Kerr, Previews Begin March 10th
by Eddie Varley - Dec 22, 2008


The Directors Company production of Irena's Vow, the new play by Dan Gordon, starring four-time Tony nominee, and three-time Drama Desk Award-winner Tovah Feldshuh, and directed by Michael Parva, will move to Broadway this season, it was announced today by the show's producers. Preview performances will begin on Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street), with an opening night set for Sunday, March 29th at 6:30 pm.

Photo Coverage: WEST SIDE STORY - First Preview in DC!
by Robert Diamond - Dec 16, 2008


This spring, WEST SIDE STORY returns to Broadway in a groundbreaking new production. Last night it returned to where it all began for the show in 1957, the National Theatre in Washington, DC. WEST SIDE STORY will play a limited engagement at the National through January 17th, 2009. BroadwayWorld's cameras were there to capture the first preview performance!

WEST SIDE STORY Begins Pre-Broadway Run at DC's National Tonight 12/15
by Eddie Varley - Dec 15, 2008


This spring, WEST SIDE STORY returns to Broadway in a groundbreaking new production. Tonight it returns to where it all began for the show in 1957, the National Theatre in Washington, DC. WEST SIDE STORY will play a limited engagement at the National through January 17th, 2009.

Laurents Talks WEST SIDE STORY to the Washington Post
by Eddie Varley - Dec 14, 2008


This spring, WEST SIDE STORY returns to Broadway in a groundbreaking new production, the upcoming revival's director and legendary book writer of the original production Arthur Laurents gives a revealing interview with the Sunday Washington Post. The article is a must read.

Photo Flash: WEST SIDE STORY Cast in Rehearsal
by Robert Diamond - Dec 12, 2008


This spring, WEST SIDE STORY returns to Broadway in a groundbreaking new production. In advance of the classic musical revival's start of previews in Washington, D.C., we're proud to show off some GREAT rehearsal photos of the cast.

Photo Coverage: Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Gala
by Linda Lenzi - Nov 12, 2008


The stars came out for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation's 18th Annual A Magical Evening gala event on Monday, November 10th at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.

Special BroadwayWorld Offer: Tickets Now on Sale for WEST SIDE STORY on Broadway
by Faetra Petillo - Nov 10, 2008


This spring, WEST SIDE STORY returns to Broadway in a groundbreaking new production.

Streep and Cast of WHITE CHRISTMAS to Attend MAGICAL EVENING Gala 11/10
by Faetra Petillo - Nov 7, 2008


The stars will be out for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation's 18th Annual A Magical Evening gala event on Monday, November 10th at the Marriott Marquis in New York City.

American Theatre Wing Announces 2008-09 Managing and Administration Committee Members
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 30, 2008


American Theatre Wing's Tony Awards® Administration Committee 2008-2009.

WEST SIDE STORY Cast Announced! Cavenaugh, Olivo, Green, Akram and More
by Robert Diamond - Oct 29, 2008


The producers of WEST SIDE STORY have confirmed full casting for the new Broadway production.

Tickets for WEST SIDE STORY to Go On Sale October 18
by Robert Diamond - Oct 17, 2008


Tickets for the new Broadway production of WEST SIDE STORY will go on sale to the general public at Ticketmaster.com (212-307-4100) on Saturday, October 18, 2008. Tickets for the pre-Broadway engagement at Washington D.C.'s National Theatre are currently on sale through Telecharge.com (212- 239-6200).

WEST SIDE STORY to Open on March 19, 2009 at the Palace Theater
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 28, 2008


The new production of WEST SIDE STORY will officially open on Broadway at the Palace Theatre on March 19, 2009. WEST SIDE STORY will begin preview performances on February 23, 2009 following an out of town engagement December 15, 2008 through January 17, 2009 at the National Theatre in Washington, D.C.

Josefina Scaglione 'Maria' in West Side Story Revival ?
by Eddie Varley - Sep 17, 2008


Argentina's LA NACION newspaper is reporting that young actress Josefina Scaglione will portray Maria in the 2009 revival of West Side Story. The revival of West Side Story will begin previews on February 23, 2009 with an official opening slated for March 19, 2009.

Matt Cavenaugh To Star In West Side Story?
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 13, 2008


Variety is reporting that actor Matt Cavenaugh has been offered the role of Tony in the upcoming revival of West Side Story.

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