Steven Spielberg spoke on casting Mike First as Riff in this new adaption of West Side Story in the new 'Steven on Mike' featurette. The film also stars Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, David Alvarez, Ariana DeBose, Rita Moreno, Brian D'Arcy James, and more.
West Side Story played in 2,820 theaters, with it's numbers making it the highest grossing film at the box office this weekend. The new musical film falls short of In the Heights' $11.5 million debut but exceeds Dear Evan Hansen's $7.4 million. The film stars Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, Rita Moreno, and more.
My El Capitan experience began in its lobby with a photo opp and a display of the costume of the main two pairs of lovers of West Side Story. As you enter the theatre auditorium, American Theater Organ Society’s Organist of the Year Rob Richards (bedecked in rhinestone shoes) wields his organ prowess on the El Capitan’s Wurlitzer pipe organ. Sounding like a fully synthesized band, Richards plays movie themes and songs familiar to most.
Though flawed by too much dialogue, West Side Story will thrill young and old with its set pieces and soaring score
A new teaser for West Side Story has been released! The 'Celebrate Tonight' trailer features new footage of Rachel Zegler, Ansel Elgort, Ariana DeBose, Josh Andrés Rivera, and David Alvarez in the new film. Watch the new teaser now!
Steven Spielberg's West Side Story grossed $800K as it was shown in 2,820 movie theaters in the U.S. for Thursday night previews. Industry projections for the film's first weekend are between $12 million and $17 million. The numbers matched the Dear Evan Hansen film's Thursday night preview numbers.
A new clip of Ariana DeBose performing 'America' in West Side Story has been released! The the new video also features DeBose and David Alvarez discussing the meaning behind the song. West Side story also stars Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Mike Faist, Rita Moreno, Brian D'Arcy James, and more.
West Side Story is now playing in theaters today, December 10. Watch the trailer for the film here! Directed by Academy Award® winner Steven Spielberg, from a screenplay by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award® winner Tony Kushner, 'West Side Story' tells the classic tale of fierce rivalries and young love in 1957 New York City.
Rita Moreno and Ariana DeBose sat down with Lester Holt on NBC Nightly News to discuss Steven Spielberg's new West Side Story film. The discuss playing the role of Anita, the differences between their interpretations, and the impact that the film has on the Latin community.
In a new West Side Story featurette, Steven Spielberg speaks on casting David Alvarez as Bernardo. 'West Side Story' tells the classic tale of fierce rivalries and young love in 1957 New York City. The cast also includes Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Mike Faist, and Rita Moreno.
Ariana DeBose sat down with Drey Barrymore to discuss her emotional audition process for Steven Spielberg's upcoming West Side Story scene. In the interview, she also spoke about filming 'America' and her conversations Rita Moreno on set.
Today's top stories include the announcement of a film adaptation of Follies, which is 'in active development.' Plus, check out photos from the red carpet at the West Side Story film premiere, watch Broadway theatres dim their lights in honor of Stephen Sondheim, and more.
In a new West Side Story feaurette, Steven Spielberg discussed casting the original flim's Anita, Rita Moreno, in a new role and the impact that she had on the new film. Watch the 'Steven on Rita' featurette, which also features new film and rehearsal footage of Moreno in action alongside Ansel Elgort, Ariana DeBose, Rachel Zegler, and more, now!
Last night was the Los Angeles premiere of West Side Story. With music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Steven Spielberg and Tony Kushner have adapted the iconic musical into a new motion picture. Watch Ariana DeBose, Steven Spielberg, Rachel Zegler, Ansel Elgort, David Alvarez, Rita Moreno, and more on the red carpet now!
The red carpet attendees at Hollywood’s El Capitan Theater included cast members Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Mike Faist, Josh Andrés Rivera, Rita Moreno (also executive Producer), director/producer Steven Spielberg, producer Kristie Macosko Krieger, producer Kevin McCollum and choreographer Justin Peck.
Today's top stories include two new casting changes in Wicked! Brittney Johnson and Jordan Barrow will take over the roles of Glinda and Boq, respectfully, making them the first Black actors to take over the principal roles.
In a new West Side Story featurette, director Steven Spielberg speaks on casting Ariana DeBose as Anita. The video also features new footage of DeBose performing 'America'. The film also stars Rachel Zegler, Ansel Elgort, David Alvarez, Rita Moreno, Brian D'Arcy James, Mike Faist, and more.
Rachel Zegler sat down with Drew Barrymore to discuss playing Maria in Steven Spielberg's new West Side Story adaptation. The two compared their experiences working with Spielberg and how he changed their lives. They also touched on Rita Moreno and Barrymore's emotional reaction to the film.
Last night, the Broadway community was invited to an advance screening of Steven Spielberg's new West Side Story film adaptation. The screening was hosted by members of the cast and creative team including Kevin McCollum, Brian d’Arcy James, Tony Kushner, Jeanine Tesori, Paul Tazewell and Justin Peck. Check out photos from the event now!
The 'Steven on Rachel' featurette offers a sneak peek at songs like 'I Feel Pretty,' 'A Boy Like That,' and 'Tonight' as Steven Spielberg discusses casting Rachel Zegler has Maria when she was 17 years old. Also seen is rehearsal footage featuring Ansel Elgort, Rita Moreno, Ariana DeBose, and more.
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