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18 May 2001 – 2 June 2001May 2001
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Details
- Director
- C. Bradtke Mus Dir. M. Loughlin
AddressAlexander Theatre, Monash University Clayton
Director : Chris Bradtke
Musical Director : Michael Loughlin
Choreographer : James Rooney
CLOC's first production for 2001 is the hugely popular hit West Side Story. Set against the background of New York slums and the violence of gang warfare, West Side Story is a modern day Romeo and Juliet - a bittersweet tribute to the romance, intensity and idealism of young love.
When West Side Story opened on Broadway in 1957 it did more than usher in a new era, it introduced audiences to a style of production that was both traditional and modern. In exploring the themes of prejudice, love and hate, the musical has become a landmark in the development of contemporary music theatre.
Brought to life through the finger snapping excitement of spectacular dance routines and dominated by its marvelous Leonard Bernstein music, West Side Story's songs have become an immediately recognisable and integral part of the culture. Who could fail to be moved by the strains of: 'Tonight'; 'America'; 'Somewhere' and 'I Feel Pretty' ! Following the success of the New York premiere, Bernstein confided to his diary: 'I laughed and cried as though I had never seen or heard it beforeÂ…I am proud and honoured to be part of it.'
Matinees Sundays @ 2pm.
For further information, visit the CLOC website.
Musical Director : Michael Loughlin
Choreographer : James Rooney
CLOC's first production for 2001 is the hugely popular hit West Side Story. Set against the background of New York slums and the violence of gang warfare, West Side Story is a modern day Romeo and Juliet - a bittersweet tribute to the romance, intensity and idealism of young love.
When West Side Story opened on Broadway in 1957 it did more than usher in a new era, it introduced audiences to a style of production that was both traditional and modern. In exploring the themes of prejudice, love and hate, the musical has become a landmark in the development of contemporary music theatre.
Brought to life through the finger snapping excitement of spectacular dance routines and dominated by its marvelous Leonard Bernstein music, West Side Story's songs have become an immediately recognisable and integral part of the culture. Who could fail to be moved by the strains of: 'Tonight'; 'America'; 'Somewhere' and 'I Feel Pretty' ! Following the success of the New York premiere, Bernstein confided to his diary: 'I laughed and cried as though I had never seen or heard it beforeÂ…I am proud and honoured to be part of it.'
Matinees Sundays @ 2pm.
For further information, visit the CLOC website.
Bookings
This production has concluded. Contact details are not available for past events.