Most theatre-goers are familiar with West Side Story and its plot. A modernized take on Romeo and Juliet, it pits rival gangs against each other amidst a forbidden love affair. The Jets, a white ...

Steven Spielberg called it the most daunting film of his career. Stephen Sondheim said his own lyrics made him cringe. When talking about West Side Story - among the most enduring stage and screen ...

Something's coming, something good! Countless fans know and love Leonard Bernstein’s landmark work and the iconic original choreography created by the legendary Jerome Robbins. Now the Broadway ...

Stephen Sondheim: It’s a name synonymous with American musical theater. Stephen Sondheim is a name synonymous with American musical theater. "Company," "Sweeney Todd," "Into the Woods" and "A Funny ...

In 1949, choreographer Jerome Robbins phoned Leonard Bernstein with an idea for updating “Romeo and Juliet” into a contemporary Broadway musical. Robbins didn’t know what it would be, but he knew what ...

Spielberg also spoke about the importance of making the film "authentic." Ahead of the Dec. 10 release of his version of "West Side Story," filmmaker Steven Spielberg called the musical "generational.

The production, created specifically for grand opera houses, has its West Coast premiere Saturday at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion: “Restoring the original scale and glory to certain pieces … is what ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. In 1949, choreographer Jerome Robbins phoned Leonard Bernstein with an idea for updating “Romeo and Juliet” into a ...