The Mountain Play Announces WEST SIDE STORY Cast
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 31, 2016
The Mountain Play - Casting is complete for the Mountain Play's production of West Side Story, which will be ready to rumble in the San Francisco Bay Area this May.
BWW Review: Musical Theatre West Revisits Classic WEST SIDE STORY, Ends 2/28
by Michael L. Quintos - Feb 25, 2016
Unquestionably one of musical theater's most beloved, iconic classics, WEST SIDE STORY---the stirring Broadway musical that features a book by theater titan Arthur Laurents, music by the incomparable Leonard Bernstein, and lyrics by living legend Stephen Sondheim---remains a still-resonant masterpiece of song, dance and story that explores themes still quite relevant even in modern times. For Musical Theatre West in Long Beach's latest regional revival, the show is presented in a rather nostalgic iteration that closely harkens back to the mood and feel of the original 1957 stage production (plus hints of its Academy Award-winning 1961 film adaptation). Nothing beats going to back to the power and intentions of the Jerome Robbins-helmed original, which this production successfully honors and emulates. In essence, this WEST SIDE STORY is a satisfying trip down memory lane, reaching back far enough to allow the original material to shine and reverberate.
BWW Review: MTW Plays it Cool, Real Cool With Fine Revival of WEST SIDE STORY
by Don Grigware - Feb 15, 2016
Ask musical actors/actresses what is their favorite Broadway musical of all time and they most often concur, West Side Story. Why? It has phenomenal music by Leonard Bernstein, with concise poetic lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a tight and gripping book by Arthur Laurents, and brilliant choreography established in 1957 by Jerome Robbins. It is one of the most powerful love stories ever, next to Romeo and Juliet. With all these elements complementing one another, from the first downbeat of the orchestra and the appearance of the Jets creeping in one by one on a half-lit stage, the show pulls you in and doesn't let go of you for its two and a half hours ... and its message and images of love linger long after the curtain falls.
Review Roundup: Signature Theatre's WEST SIDE STORY!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 22, 2015
Signature Theatre's WEST SIDE STORY, directed by Signature Associate Artistic Director Matthew Gardiner (Signature's Sunday in the Park with George, Cabaret), has just announced a one-week extension through January 31, 2016.
Premiereneport: Moderne Inszenierung von WEST SIDE STORY in Wuppertal
by Iris Moebius - Dec 23, 2015
An der Oper Wuppertal heißt es seit letzter Woche 'Buhne frei' fur die WEST SIDE STORY von Leonard Bernstein. Dieses mit uber 30 Sangern und Tanzern groß besetzte Musical ist der Broadway Klassiker schlechthin - 1957 in New York uraufgefuhrt hat die WEST SIDE STORY bis heute unzahlige Zuschauer begeistert. Die Geschichte der rivalisierenden Jugendgangs Jets und Sharks verlagert die Thematik von „Romeo und Julia" in das New York der 50er Jahre. Die gefragte Musiktheaterregisseurin Katja Wolff inszeniert die Ereignisse rund um die ungluckliche Liebe von Tony und Maria nun fur die Wuppertaler Buhnen mit aktuellen Bezugen zu sozialen Brennpunkten unserer Zeit.
The Mountain Play Association Announces Award-Winning Artistic Team For WEST SIDE STORY
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 21, 2015
The Mountain Play - 'A Great Outdoor Theatre Adventure' and the San Francisco Bay Area's most magical outdoor theater experience - is proud to present the Tony Award© winning musical West Side Story directed by Jay Manley, music directed by David Moschler and choreographed by Nicole Helfer for its 103rd season in 2016.
RI Philharmonic Presents WEST SIDE STORY SYMPHONIC DANCES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2015
Tonight, November 14, Music Director LARRY RACHLEFF and the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra will perform Leonard Bernstein's beloved West Side Story Symphonic Dances. Electric violinist TRACY SILVERMAN will make his Philharmonic debut with Seeing is Believing by Nico Muhly, a Providence native. The program also features Ravel'sAlborada del Gracioso and Debussy's La Mer, all beginning at 8:00 pm at Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence. The concert is endowed by the Collis family, and Guest Artist Sponsors are Marjorie and Robert Catanzaro. Tickets (starting at $15) are available at tickets.riphil.org, and the RIPO box office at 401.248.7000.
Asolo Rep Hosts Inside Asolo Rep: WEST SIDE STORY Panel Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2015
Asolo Rep will present 'Inside Asolo Rep: WEST SIDE STORY' today, November 4, 2015. Coffee and pastries will be served in the theatre's lobby at 10am, followed by the panel discussion at 11 a.m. in Asolo Rep's mezzanine.
RI Philharmonic to Present WEST SIDE STORY SYMPHONIC DANCES, 11/14
by Matt Smith - Oct 30, 2015
10/29/15 – East Providence, RI ? On Saturday, November 14, Music Director LARRY RACHLEFF and the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra will perform Leonard Bernstein's beloved West Side Story Symphonic Dances. Electric violinist TRACY SILVERMAN will make his Philharmonic debut with Seeing is Believing by Nico Muhly, a Providence native. The program also features Ravel'sAlborada del Gracioso and Debussy's La Mer, all beginning at 8:00 pm at Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence. The concert is endowed by the Collis family, and Guest Artist Sponsors are Marjorie and Robert Catanzaro. Tickets (starting at $15) are available at tickets.riphil.org, and the RIPO box office at 401.248.7000.
BWW Review: WEST SIDE STORY at the Candlelight Dinner Playhouse
by Felicia Tassone - Oct 26, 2015
'But, soft! What light through yonder window breaks'
This line from Romeo & Juliet is one of the most famous moments in theatrical history. Romeo & Juliet is arguably the most beloved and notable love story in the world. Star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, continue to evolve, with one of their most notable contemporaries as West Side Story's Tony and Maria.
BWW Review: Candlelight's WEST SIDE STORY Returns to a Traditional Mounting
by Don Grigware - Oct 21, 2015
Ask musical actors/actresses for their choice of favorite Broadway musical of all time and they most often concur, West Side Story. Why? It has phenomenal music by Leonard Bernstein, with concise poetic lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a tight and gripping book by Arthur Laurents, and brilliant choreography established in 1957 by Jerome Robbins. It is one of the most powerful love stories ever, next to Romeo and Juliet. With all these elements complementing one another, from the first downbeat of the orchestra and the appearance of the Jets creeping in one by one on a half-lit stage, the show pulls you in and doesn't let go of you for its two and a half hours ... and its message and images of love linger long after.
Asolo Rep to Present WEST SIDE STORY
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 13, 2015
Asolo Repertory Theatre kicks off its highly anticipated 2015-16 season with the electrifying Tony Award-winning musical WEST SIDE STORY. One of the greatest musicals ever written, Asolo Rep's production will open Friday, November 13 at 8pm and run through Sunday, December 27, with previews November 10 - 12 at 8pm in the Mertz Theatre located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. This American masterpiece was crafted by some of the most legendary artists of all time, with a book by Arthur Laurents, music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and choreography by Jerome Robbins. Two-time Tony Award nominee Joey McKneely, who reproduced the choreography for the celebrated 2009 Broadway revival, will direct and reproduce Robbins' timeless choreography for Asolo Rep's production.
Carnegie Hall Explores WEST SIDE STORY with Interactive SOMEWHERE PROJECT
by BWW News Desk - Sep 30, 2015
In celebration of Carnegie Hall's 125th anniversary season, the Weill Music Institute (WMI) launches THE SOMEWHERE PROJECT, a citywide exploration of WEST SIDE STORY. This unique creative learning project will engage people through events in all five boroughs of New York City, anchored by a large-scale production of WEST SIDE STORY.
BWW Review: The Engeman's Exquisite WEST SIDE STORY
by Melissa Giordano - Sep 23, 2015
Celebrating their 50th show, The John W. Engeman Theatre of Northport has mounted a truly exquisite production of the iconic Tony winning musical West Side Story. The tale, of course, centers on Maria and Tony in a modern day – 1957 modern day - Romeo and Juliet situation. Tony and his friends have formed The Jets, though when we meet Tony, he has since left the gang, while their arch enemies, The Sharks, is headed up by Maria's brother, Bernardo portrayed by Nikko Kimzin. Maria and Tony meet at a school dance and fall in love - forbidden in their worlds.
WEST SIDE STORY regresa a España en versión operística
by Victor Pastor Giner - Sep 4, 2015
La Temporada Lírica de A Coruña 15/16 acogerá el 2 de julio del próximo 2016 en el Palacio de la Ópera a Ramón Tébar que dirigirá al Coro y Orquesta Sinfónica de Galicia y a un reparto encabezado por la soprano Carmen Romeu, el tenor Francisco Corujo y la mezzo Marianne Cornetti que representarán la versión para concierto de West Side Story.
Jay Manley to Direct WEST SIDE STORY for The Mountain Play Association
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 3, 2015
The Mountain Play - 'A Great Outdoor Theatre Adventure' and the San Francisco Bay Area's most magical outdoor theater experience - is proud to present the Tony Award© winning musical West Side Story directed by Jay Manley for its 103rd season in 2016.
Free Screening of WEST SIDE STORY Set for Lincoln Center Plaza Tonight
by Movies News Desk - Aug 28, 2015
The Film Society of Lincoln Center and the Metropolitan Opera announced that they are co-presenting a free outdoor screening of Jerome Robbins & Robert Wise's Academy Award-winning film West Side Story on the Lincoln Center Plaza in front of the opera house tonight, August 28 at 7:45pm.