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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.
CONTRA COSTA MUSICAL THEATRE Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
CONTRA COSTA MUSICAL THEATRE is at 2865-2 Ptarmigan Drive, WALNUT CREEK, CA.
Contra Costa Musical Theatre, Inc. (CCMT) was founded in August 1961 with the purpose of bringing high-quality Broadway musicals to the East Bay. We are a community based non-profit organization dedicated to appreciation for and involvement in musical theatre of the highest quality. Since those early beginnings, CCMT productions have been presented on a variety of stages. We have been honored with numerous Shellie Awards and Bay Area Theatre Critic Circle Awards for our productions and the artists associated with our productions, and have had the unique privilege of presenting several East Bay Premieres in recent seasons.
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Ride
The Old Globe (3/30 - 4/28) | |
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LIZZIE: The Musical
Wildsong Productions (4/19 - 4/28) | |
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Sense of Decency
North Coast Repertory Theatre (4/17 - 5/12) | |
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Camelot
North Coast Repertory Theatre (5/29 - 6/23) | |
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Devil in a Box
OnStage Playhouse (5/17 - 6/9) | |
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid, The Musical
Casa del Prado Theatre (4/26 - 5/12) | |
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The 39 Steps
Dea Hurston New Village Arts Center (4/5 - 5/12) | ||
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Black Boys Cry
Cygnet Theatre (6/1 - 6/1)
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Música en la Plaza – Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar
The California Center for the Arts (5/31 - 5/31) | |
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