West Side Story
This Tony winning tale of love, fate and betrayal has withstood the test of time
West Side Story
Leonard Bernstein's majestic score, in particular, is undiminished, shifting fluidly between blasts of syncopated brass fueled by testosterone and rage, and some of the most achingly beautiful expressions of love ever sung.
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West Side Story
This Tony winning tale of love, fate and betrayal has withstood the test of time
Why see West Side Story?
West Side Story is on tour and hits the in , ,
More than fifty years ago, a show about New York City changed musical theatre forever. Now, it's coming home to make history once again.
From the first notes to the final breath, West Side Story is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time. Arthur Laurents' book remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever.
The score by Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim -a collection of standards that includes 'Tonight,' 'America,' 'Maria,' 'I Feel Pretty' and 'Somewhere' - is widely regarded as one of the best ever written. And the extraordinary, Tony-winning choreography by Jerome Robbins completely changed the language of Broadway dance.
Don't miss this thrilling presentation of a matchless work of art!
Key Information
Audience
West Side Story may be inappropriate for children aged 7 and under. Children under the age of five are not permitted into the theater
Run Time
Two hours and 15 minutes with one intermission
Dates
Finished Jul 9, 2011
Cast
Kyle Harris as Tony
Ali Ewoldt as Maria
Michelle Araven as Anita
Joseph J.Simeoni as Riff
German Santiago as Bernardo
Mike Boland as Krupke
Ryan Christophet Chotto as A-rab
Jay Garcia as Chino
Grant Gustin as Baby Jon
Creative
Director - Arthur Laurents
Choreography - Jerome Robbins
Reproduction Choreography - Joey McKneely
Music Direction - Patrick Vaccariello
Scenic Design - James Youmans
Costume Design - David C Woolard
Lighting Design - Howell Binkley
Sound Design - Dan Moses Schreier
Hair Design - Mark Adam Rampmeyer
Associate Director - David Saint
Associate Choreographer - Lori Werner
Music - Leonard Bernstein
Lyrics - Stephen Sondheim
Book & Direction - Arthur Laurents
Reviews
Customer reviews
29 reviews, average rating: (2.9 Stars)
JWNH
Not as bad as others say
I saw WSS last night at the Colonial and was not disappointed. The supporting cast and incredible dancing carried the show and made it a great overall experience. I did feel that the size of stage was slightly confining but they did a great job performing Robbins' choreography. It's tough to find performers talented enough to sing, dance and act to the level that this musical requires and while Tony was not a strong lead and I agree that the chemistry was weak creating some awkwardness with Tony and Maria, Ewoldt's voice was terrific. Aravena as Anita was fantastic. People must realize this is a period peace and so the gang members appearing to be "tough" while performing Robbins' balletic choreography requires suspended belief and imagination; as does the acceptance of the introduction of Spanish into the script...don't most people know these songs by heart anyway?? The Spanish added to the play's authenticity. Aside from weak but acceptable acting by Tony, Riff & Maria, great show! ... Read more
Jeanah
Is this play appropriate for a second grader?
My daughter has just turned 8. She is excited to see the play, but a friend tells me there is a suggestive rape scene in it? Also gratuitous sex scenes?
Has anyone taken their kids to this and what do they think. Thanks! ... Read more
Richard A. Barnes
Please change or explain to me the "new" ending.
In a review by Jody Feinberg in the Quincy Patriot Ledger of 6/9/11 it states regards the new ending "a single Shark brings Maria her shawl." I believe that ending to be oh so wrong as Maria is the dead Bernardo's sister, so to my way of thinking a Shark is bringing a shawl to a Shark. Where is the togetherness of both the Jets and the Sharks being, finally at the end, together? With a Shark bringing Maria the shawl and no Jet apparently involved there is no apparent togetherness as shown in the film or former plays. If the review was erroneous in this matter so be it. But, as for me, I would rather see the Sharks and Jets do something TOGETHER regards the deceased Tony. That is the way it has been since the start and the way that it should remain. My 5 star rating is a result of my seeing the movie so many times and hoping to be able to see the play at the Colonial Theater in Boston.
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