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Opened: April 27, 1960

West Side Story - 1960 - Broadway History , Info & More

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More than fifty years ago one musical changed theater forever. Now it's back, and mesmerizing audiences once again. From the first note to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY soars as the greatest love story of all time. Tony® Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents’s Broadway direction is recreated for the tour by David Saint, the Associate Director on Broadway. WEST SIDE STORY remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever. The new Broadway cast album of WEST SIDE STORY recently won the 2010 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Show Album. The Bernstein and Sondheim score is considered to be one of Broadway's finest and features such classics of the American musical theatre as "Something's Coming," "Tonight," "America," "I Feel Pretty" and "Somewhere."


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Upcoming MTI Shows for Toronto - 8/14
by BWW - Aug 14, 2011


Upcoming MTI Shows - 8/14 for Toronto

Danielle Arci Leads HAIRSPRAY! At Engeman Theater. Previews Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2011


The John W. Engeman Theater is proud to announce the cast and creative team for Hairspray, the first show of their 5th Season.

The Sound of Music Returns to Pittsburgh CLO July 19-31
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 5, 2011


Audiences of all ages will fall in love with Pittsburgh CLO's production of The Sound of Music, July 19-31 at the Benedum Center. T

Florida Theatre Announces the 2011 Summer Movie Classics
by BWW News Desk - Jul 3, 2011


The Florida Theatre has announced the 2011 Summer Movie Classics.

Charles West Set to Join THE FANTASTICKS, 6/18 -26
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 16, 2011


Charles West, whose credits include the Broadway productions of The Scarlet Pimpernel and Show Boat and who is currently understudying the role of El Gallo in The Fantasticks, will assume that role for twelve performances from June 18 through June 26, 2011.

Danielle Arci Leads HAIRSPRAY! At Engeman Theater. Previews July 7
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 14, 2011


The John W. Engeman Theater is proud to announce the cast and creative team for Hairspray, the first show of their 5th Season.

SPOTLIGHT ON THE 2011 TONY AWARDS: DAY 17 & 18 - WEST SIDE STORY: Then & Now
by Robert Diamond - May 29, 2011


As a super-special Spring extension of BroadwayWorld's SOUND OFF column, every day until the Tony Awards on June 12 we will be presenting a spectacular new entry in the SPOTLIGHT ON THE 2011 TONY AWARDS series featuring a particularly entertaining, interesting, relevant and exciting Tony Awards-related clip from the last sixty-three years of the ceremonies (and subsequent seasons on Broadway) with a rundown and commentary on the sights, sounds and showmanship on display in each carefully chosen selection - all, of course, coming in anticipation of Broadway's biggest night, which will be broadcast on CBS this year, as always. Once again this year, BroadwayWorld is the official home of the 2011 Tony Awards and we will also be featuring exclusive interviews, articles, photos, video content, interactive features and more in the coming days and weeks leading up to the event so be sure to check back daily for your theatre fix!

Florida Theatre Announces the 2011 Summer Movie Classics
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2011


The Florida Theatre has announced the 2011 Summer Movie Classics.

Signature Theatre Announces CHESS, SUNSET BOULEVARD, & More in '10-'11 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2011


Eric Schaeffer, Artistic Director of the Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre, today announced the company's 2010-2011 season of four musicals and three plays, with the innovative company producing three world premieres and one regional premiere.

TV: Broadway Beat Exclusive Flashback - Arthur Laurents Talks GYPSY, Merman & More
by Robert Diamond - May 6, 2011


From the Broadway Beat archives today is rare interview with Arthur Laurents, interviewed by Sidney Myer, talking about GYPSY, Merman & More.

Twitter Watch: Harvey Fierstein- "Rest Easy, Arthur"
by BWW - May 6, 2011


On Twitter Watch, Harvey Fierstein wrote 'Rest easy, if doing anything the easy way is possible for you, Arthur. Hell, you couldn't even just slide down a hill. You had to make sport'

STAGE TUBE: Legendary Arthur Laurents Goes Behind WEST SIDE STORY
by Nicole Rosky - May 6, 2011


First reported by Deadline.com was the sad news that legendary director and writer Arthur Laurents has passed away at 93 years old, dying in his sleep. The Los Angeles Times has added a short statement from Jonathan Lomma, Laurents' agent at William Morris Agency who confirmed his death Thursday, saying that 'he died earlier this evening, peacefully in his sleep, at his home in New York City, after a short illness.' I the video above, watch as Laurents goes behind the recent 2009 revival of WEST SIDE STORY.

Legendary Writer & Director Arthur Laurents Dies at 93
by Robert Diamond - May 5, 2011


First reported by Deadline.com was the sad news that legendary director and writer Arthur Laurents has passed away at 93 years old, dying in his sleep. The Los Angeles Times has added a short statement from Jonathan Lomma, Laurents' agent at William Morris Agency who confirmed his death Thursday, saying that 'he died earlier this evening, peacefully in his sleep, at his home in New York City, after a short illness.'

Arena Stage Presents OKLAHOMA! 10/22-12/26
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2010


As Arena Stage begins a new life in its renovated home at the Mead Center for American Theater in Southwest D.C., it opens its inaugural season with a classic American musical that similarly embraces life on a new frontier. Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! is the first production at the Mead Center and features an all-star cast under the direction of Artistic Director Molly Smith. Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! runs October 22-December 26, 2010 in the Fichandler Stage.

Signature Theatre Announces ART, SUNSET BOULEVARD, & More in '10-'11 Season
by BWW News Desk - Dec 19, 2010


Eric Schaeffer, Artistic Director of the Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre, today announced the company's 2010-2011 season of four musicals and three plays, with the innovative company producing three world premieres and one regional premiere.

Marcus Center For The Performing Arts Presents YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN 11/2-11/7
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2010


The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, a new musical comedy from the creative team of the 12-time Tony Award winning smash The Producers, will begin performances in Milwaukee on November 2 and run through November 7.

Marcus Center For The Performing Arts Presents YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN 11/2-11/7
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2010


The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, a new musical comedy from the creative team of the 12-time Tony Award winning smash The Producers, will begin performances in Milwaukee on November 2 and run through November 7.

Westport Country Playhouse Closes THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK 10/30
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2010


Westport Country Playhouse will stage the newly revised adaptation of the timeless classic, 'The Diary of Anne Frank,' helmed by award-winning director Gerald Freedman, September 28 through October 30, as part of its 80th Anniversary Season.

Arena Stage Presents OKLAHOMA! 10/22-12/26
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2010


As Arena Stage begins a new life in its renovated home at the Mead Center for American Theater in Southwest D.C., it opens its inaugural season with a classic American musical that similarly embraces life on a new frontier. Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! is the first production at the Mead Center and features an all-star cast under the direction of Artistic Director Molly Smith. Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! runs October 22-December 26, 2010 in the Fichandler Stage.

Sheldon Concert Hall Presents CORNET CHOP SUEY 10/19-20
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2010


The Cornet Chop Suey Jazz Band has enjoyed a meteoric rise in popularity since its arrival on the jazz scene in 2001 with their exciting style of traditional jazz, swing, and blues music. The band's unique front line with Brian Casserly on trumpet, Tom Tucker on cornet, Jerry Epperson on reeds and Brett Stamps on trombone is driven by a powerful rhythm section consisting of Paul Reid on piano, Al Sherman on bass and John Gillick on drums. Best known for a wide variety of styles, Cornet Chop Suey applies its own exciting style to traditional jazz, swing, blues and 'big production' numbers. Every performance by Cornet Chop Suey is a high-energy presentation and a memorable experience for the audience.

Sheldon Concert Hall Presents CORNET CHOP SUEY 10/19-20
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2010


The Cornet Chop Suey Jazz Band has enjoyed a meteoric rise in popularity since its arrival on the jazz scene in 2001 with their exciting style of traditional jazz, swing, and blues music. The band's unique front line with Brian Casserly on trumpet, Tom Tucker on cornet, Jerry Epperson on reeds and Brett Stamps on trombone is driven by a powerful rhythm section consisting of Paul Reid on piano, Al Sherman on bass and John Gillick on drums. Best known for a wide variety of styles, Cornet Chop Suey applies its own exciting style to traditional jazz, swing, blues and 'big production' numbers. Every performance by Cornet Chop Suey is a high-energy presentation and a memorable experience for the audience.

Arena Stage Presents OKLAHOMA! 10/22-12/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 30, 2010


As Arena Stage begins a new life in its renovated home at the Mead Center for American Theater in Southwest D.C., it opens its inaugural season with a classic American musical that similarly embraces life on a new frontier. Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! is the first production at the Mead Center and features an all-star cast under the direction of Artistic Director Molly Smith. Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! runs October 22-December 26, 2010 in the Fichandler Stage.

Westport Country Playhouse Presents THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK 9/28-10/30
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2010


Westport Country Playhouse will stage the newly revised adaptation of the timeless classic, 'The Diary of Anne Frank,' helmed by award-winning director Gerald Freedman, September 28 through October 30, as part of its 80th Anniversary Season.

Westport Country Playhouse Presents THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK 9/28-10/30
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2010


Westport Country Playhouse will stage the newly revised adaptation of the timeless classic, 'The Diary of Anne Frank,' helmed by award-winning director Gerald Freedman, September 28 through October 30, as part of its 80th Anniversary Season.

A FOX ON THE FAIRWAY Next for Signature Theatre's '10-'11 Season; Chess Closes 9/26
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2010


Eric Schaeffer, Artistic Director of the Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre, today announced the company's 2010-2011 season of four musicals and three plays, with the innovative company producing three world premieres and one regional premiere.

Other Productions of West Side Story

1957   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1958   West End London Production
West End
1959   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1960   Broadway Return Engagement [Broadway]
Broadway
1964   Broadway City Center Revival
Broadway
1968   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1980   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1991   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1992   Regional (UK) Regional Revival
Regional (UK)
1998   West End London Revival
West End
2006   Houston, TX (Regional) Theatre Under the Stars Production
Houston, TX (Regional)
2009   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2010   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2015   Washington, DC (Regional) Signature Theatre Production
Washington, DC (Regional)
2018   Washington, DC (Regional) National Symphony Orchestra Concert Revival
Washington, DC (Regional)
2018   Regional (US) 100th Birthday Celebration Revival Production
Regional (US)
2020   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway

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