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WEST SIDE STORY at LINCOLN PARK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Dates: (1/29/2016 - 2/7/2016 )

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LINCOLN PARK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER


One Lincoln Park
MIDLAND,PA 15059

Phone: 724

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West Side Story, a modern Romeo and Juliet set against the backdrop of gang violence, is a powerful and timeless musical. The music was composed by the legendary Leonard Bernstein, with lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, a master of witty and insightful words. Arthur Laurents crafted the book, or script, breathing life into the characters and their struggles. The musical debuted on Broadway in 1957 and quickly garnered critical acclaim, winning a Tony Award for Best Musical.

The story unfolds on the tough streets of New York City. Two rival gangs, the Jets, a white American group, and the Sharks, a Puerto Rican group, clash over territory and simmering tensions. Maria, the sister of the Sharks' leader, and Tony, a former member of the Jets, fall passionately in love, oblivious to their gang affiliations. Their forbidden romance unfolds amidst the escalating violence between the Jets and the Sharks, leading to a tragic confrontation that shatters their dreams.

West Side Story's powerful music, with iconic songs like "Somewhere" and "America," combined with its poignant story and exploration of social issues, continues to resonate with audiences. The musical has been revived numerous times on Broadway and around the world, and a film adaptation won ten Academy Awards, solidifying its place as a classic of American musical theater.

LINCOLN PARK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

LINCOLN PARK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER is at One Lincoln Park, MIDLAND, PA.

Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center pursues and achieves excellence by embodying the integration of arts education and performance, creating an environment where people from diverse backgrounds come to realize their potential through the transforming influence of the arts. We create the Lincoln Park experience by producing world-class offerings and forging partnerships with local, regional, national, and international organizations and individuals, and becoming widely recognized by our unique array of exceptional programs and activities. By attaining high standards in all that we do, we attract broad-based participation and support, enjoying long-term financial stability, and making Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center and the community of Midland a destination – a place where the lights are always on.

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