The moment the curtain went up on the original West Side Story on Broadway, musical theatre changed forever; 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 lyrics by Stephen Sondheim are widely regarded as among the best ever written. The world's greatest love story takes to the streets in this landmark Broadway musical that is one of the theatre's finest accomplishments.
Brief Synopsis
Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the "American" Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time.
Venue: Seldon Theatre
Time: 18:00pm
Date: 20th, 21st, 22nd , 23rd of March
Price: 100RMB per ticket
Tickets available from the 4th of March
* For further information please contact the College Reception