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by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2021
While Middle Eastern countries have strict censorship laws regarding aspects that don’t align with the nation’s cultural point of view, West Side Story was largely banned due to Anybodys, a transgender character played by non-binary actor Iris Menas. Films that include LGBTQ references have regularly been banned by censors in the Middle East.
by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2021
A new teaser trailer for Steven Spielberg's upcoming West Side Story film has been released! The 'Exhilarating' teaser features Rachel Zegler, Ansel Elgort, Ariana DeBose, Rita Moreno, David Alvarez, and more in Steven Spielberg's upcoming film.
by Michael Major - Dec 3, 2021
West Side Story took home the award for Best Cinematography at at the 2021 New York Film Critics Awards. Kathryn Hunter has been named Best Supporting Actress in Apple's adaption of Tragedy of Macbeth. Lady Gaga also won for for Best Actress in House of Gucci and Maggie Gyllenhaal's The Lost Daughter won Best First Film.
by Michael Major - Dec 3, 2021
On Stage will take a look back at the incredible life and career of legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim, including tributes from members of the Broadway community such as Nathan Lane, Josh Groban, Mandy Patinkin, Donna Murphy, Laura Benanti, Joanna Gleason, Lonny Price, Raul Esparza and Michael Cerveris.
by Michael Major - Dec 3, 2021
Rachel Zegler appeared on Live! With Kelly & Ryan this morning to discuss playing Maria in the new film adaption of West Side Story, falling in love with acting, teaching Steven Spielberg how to dance, appearing in the Shazam! sequel, and more. Watch the new interview clips now!
by Michael Major - Dec 3, 2021
The West Side Story Original Motion Picture Soundtrack features 21 songs from the film. The album features performances from Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Mike Faist, and Rita Moreno. The score features music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Stream the soundtrack and pre-order the CD now!
by Angeles Diaz - Dec 3, 2021
Después de la reciente noticia del fallecimiento del compositor Stephen Sondheim este última semana, hoy en ART ON STAGE llega este homenaje al autor. Este es un espacio creado por Zebra (@pantalonesdezebra) para recordar la importancia de ciertas producciones gracias al dibujo.
Este Broadway Baby se enamoró del género gracias a su mentor Oscar Hammerstein II, que a su vez había revolucionado el musical en la época dorada de Broadway con SHOW BOAT primero y luego con OKLAHOMA! Con esta influencia y con este amor por el detalle Sondheim dio un vuelco a lo que se había hecho hasta entonces infundiendo sentido a cada palabra de sus obras, haciendo que sus personajes tuviesen tanta complejidad y tanta vida sobre el escenario que el público se sentiría identificado con sus problemas y tribulaciones.
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2021
Rachel Zegler has been named Best Actress of the year by the National Board of Review for her performance as Maria in West Side Story. The organization has also named West Side Story as one of the top films of the year. Aside from West Side Story, Zegler was recently announced to play Snow White in Disney's live action remake of the classic movie.
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2021
Rachel Zegler appeared on Good Morning America this morning to speak on working with Steven Spielberg, Ariana DeBose, and Stephen Sondheim on the new film adaption of West Side Story and more. She also discusses getting permission from Spielberg's to perform in her school's production of Shrek: The Musical. Watch the new interview now!
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2021
Directed by the Stephen Spielberg with Pulitzer Prize winner Tony Kushner penning the film's screenplay, the film is an adaption of 1957 musical with a score by Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim and a book by Arthur Laurents. The cast includes Rachel Zegler, Ansel Elgort, Ariana DeBose, Rita Moreno, Mike Faist, Brian D'Arcy James, and more.
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2021
Get a first listen to the 'West Side Story Original Motion Picture Soundtrack' with Rachel Zegler and Ansel Elgort singing 'Tonight'. The 'Balcony Scene (Tonight)' track from the film's upcoming soundtrack is out now!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2021
In 2020, Stephen Sondheim talked to 60 Minutes' Bill Whitaker about the different creative processes he experienced on his first Broadway musical, 'West Side Story.'
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 1, 2021
'West Side Story,' directed by Steven Spielberg, had its world premiere in New York City on Monday night! BroadwayWorld was there and we're taking you to the red carpet!
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2021
Rita Moreno sat down with Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss appearing in the new West Side Story film remake. In the interview, she also spoke on starring as Anita in the original West Side Story film, continuing to demonstrate difficult stunt that she had to complete at the end of 'America'.
by Michael Major - Nov 30, 2021
Go inside the world premiere of West Side Story in this new video! Watch Rachel Zegler, Ariana DeBose, Steven Spielberg, Rita Moreno, and more speak on the film's debut in the new video below! In the video, Steven Spielberg also honors the late Stephen Sondheim, who wrote the lyrics for the iconic musical.
by Michael Major - Nov 30, 2021
Ariana DeBose appeared on Good Morning America this morning to discuss her role in the new West Side Story film, her first time meeting Rita Moreno, and more. The segment also features a new clip of DeBose dancing during 'America' in the film. The film also stars Ansel Elgort, Rachel Zegler, David Alvarez, and more. Watch the new interview now!
by Michael Major - Nov 30, 2021
A new clip of Rachel Zegler and Ansel Elgort singing 'Tonight' from West Side Story has been released! Steven Spielberg's new remake of the classic musical also stars Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Rita Moreno, Mike Faist, Brian D'Arcy James, and more. Watch the new clip now!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 3, 2021
The theater community around the world is mourning the loss of legend Stephen Sondheim after his passing on November 26, 2021. We asked our readers which Sondheim lyric meant the most to them and why. Read their answers here.
by Michael Major - Nov 30, 2021
West Side Story had its world premiere in New York City last night. In attendance were director-producer Steven Spielberg; and cast members Ansel Elgort, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Mike Faist, , Rita Moreno (who also served as one of the film’s executive producers) and Rachel Zegler. Check out photos from the event now!
by Michael Major - Nov 30, 2021
The West Side Story Original Motion Picture Soundtrack will feature 21 songs from the film and will be released in both standard digital and physical (CD and vinyl) configurations, as well as a digital release in Dolby Atmos Music. Check out the track listing and pre-order the album now!
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Nov 30, 2021
Anoche el remake de Steven Spielberg se estrenó en el Lincoln Center.
by Michael Major - Nov 29, 2021
A new teaser trailer for Steven Spielberg's upcoming West Side Story film has been released! The 'Celebration' teaser features a new look at Rachel Zegler, Ansel Elgort, David Alvarez, Rita Moreno, Ariana DeBose, and more in Steven Spielberg's new film adaption of the iconic musical.
by Michael Major - Nov 29, 2021
Kali Uchis and Ozuna have teamed up for 'Another Day in America', a new song inspired by Steven Spielberg's upcoming film adaption of the classic musical. The track samples one of the musical's most iconic songs, 'America'. West Side Story stars Ansel Elgort, Ariana DeBose, David Alvarez, Rita Moreno, and Rachel Zegler. Listen to the new track now!
by Peter Nason - Nov 27, 2021
The most important figure in musical theatre history is gone; let's celebrate his life by listening to his incredible works. Reviewer Peter Nason gets you started by listing his choices for the 91 greatest Sondheim songs.
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