West Side Story: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
West Side Story tells the story of the rivaling Jets and Sharks, who are locked in a conflict for territory and respect. Amidst the rising tensions, Tony, a former Jet, falls in love with Maria, the sister of the Sharks’ leader. As this forbidden teenage romance unfolds, West Side Story touches on themes of prejudice, cultural clashes, and the desire for a better life.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Golden Age (1957)
Cast Size: 20+
Genre: Romantic Drama
Creative Team
Music: Leonard Bernstein
Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim
Book: Arthur Laurents
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1957)➝
San Francisco Concert Cast (2014)➝
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Licensing: Music Theatre International➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1950s, Classic, Classical, College, Dark, Golden Age, Immigration, Jazz, Popular, Rom-Dram, Tragedy
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