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More than fifty years ago one musical changed theater forever. Now it's back, and mesmerizing audiences once again. From the first note to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY soars as the greatest love story of all time. Tony® Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents’s Broadway direction is recreated for the tour more...

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David Bean, an accomplished actor and dancer with a career spanning both the U.S. and Great Britain, notably appeared in the 1961 production of West Side Story. more...

George Chakiris, renowned for his role as Bernardo Nunez, the leader of the Sharks gang in the 1961 film version of West Side Story, earned both the Academy Award and the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance. more...

Ken Leroy, who originated the role of Bernardo in the 1957 Broadway production of West Side Story, had a prolific career with notable performances in iconic shows such as Oklahoma!, Carousel, and Fiddler on the Roof. more...

Tony Mordente, who played A-Rab in the original Broadway production of West Side Story and Action in the film adaptation, met his future wife, Chita Rivera, during the show's Broadway run where she starred as Anita. more...

Chita Rivera's electric performance as Anita in the original Broadway premiere of West Side Story brought her stardom, which she later repeated in London. more...

Sylvia Tysick, who has an extensive background in the arts with experience at prestigious institutions such as Lumley Cazelet Fine Arts and the American Cultural Centre, brought her unique artistic vision to West Side Story. more...

Susan Watson, known for her acclaimed role as Kim MacAfee in "Bye Bye Birdie," brought her exceptional talent to the stage in the past, including her memorable performances in "West Side Story." more...

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Production Team

Peter Gennaro Choreographer
Jerome Robbins Director
Choreographer

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