Highlights mix from Bernstein's West Side Story
West Side Story bursts with violent, sensual rhythms and big-hearted melodies. The music ranges from the touching innocence of ‘I feel pretty’ and ‘Tonight’ to the tension-fuelled ‘Dance at the Gym’ in conveying the trials of the ill-fated lovers, Tony and Maria, as they attempt to resolve the deep-rooted animosity between two warring communities on Manhattan's Upper West Side. This rare performance of the theatre score (authorised concert version) features a top-flight cast, joined by an ensemble of students from leading London theatre schools. With the John Wilson Orchestra conucted by John Wilson.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Performer | Mikaela Bennett |
| Performer | Ross Lekites |
| Performer | Eden Espinosa |
| Performer | Leo Roberts / ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Concert Orchestra/Richard Balcombe |
| Performer | Louise Alder |
| Conductor | John Wilson |
| Orchestra | John Wilson Orchestra |
| Composer | Leonard Bernstein |
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