West Side Stories: The Making of a Classic
Overview
As the world prepares to celebrate the 60th anniversary of West Side Story in 2017, dancer Bruno Tonioli and broadcaster Suzy Klein go in search of the true stories behind the inception of this classic show. For the first time on television, they hear first-hand from those involved in the show when it opened on Broadway in September 1957, including Sondheim himself, producer Hal Prince and original cast members from both show and movie, including Chita Rivera Carol Lawrence and Rita Moreno. With the BBC Symphony Orchestra and specially cast singers, we re-live some of the wonderful music and, in the company of Suzy and Bruno, we discover how West Side Story placed the 1950s phenomena of racial tension and teenage gangs centre stage to create a hit that changed musical theatre forever.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed West Side Stories: The Making of a Classic?
West Side Stories: The Making of a Classic was directed by Ursula Macfarlane.
Where was West Side Stories: The Making of a Classic produced?
It was produced by companies including BBC in United Kingdom.
West Side Stories: The Making of a Classic Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of West Side Stories: The Making of a Classic wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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