"West Side Story" is a tale that is operatic, through and through, thanks in part to its poignant "Romeo & Juliet" origins, the incredible songs and staging, and a love story at its center that is ...

Flawless choreography, flattering costuming, dynamic set pieces and enchanting orchestration made the opening night of LA Opera’s production of “West Side Story” well worth the standing ovation it ...

This post was updated Sept. 30 at 9:49 p.m. Warning: spoilers ahead. The LA Opera’s “West Side Story” is in the right place at the right time. Originally brought to Broadway in 1957 by a legendary ...

West Side Story is a timeless classic, but despite six decades of history, you've never seen a production like this one. Under the direction of the innovative Ivo van Hove, the beloved story of ...

2009 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Featured Actress in a Musical Karen Olivo 2009 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Karen Olivo 2009 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a ...

“When I was a kid, hearing the Jets hurl all that negativity toward Latinos, I learned a lot of slurs. It had a big impact on me,” soprano Gabriella Reyes tells Observer about seeing the movie for the ...

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 ...

Hollywood royalty is arriving in Upstate New York this month as Oscar winner Rita Moreno visits the George Eastman Museum in Rochester for a two-night celebration of her legendary career. The ...

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 ...