(ROCKWALL, TX – August 13, 2015) Rockwall Summer Musicals‘ “West Side Story” is about to transport audiences to the vibrant battleground of the 1950’s New York City west side.
Written by Arthur Laurents and inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, West Side Story follows the doomed trajectory of love for Tony and Maria, as their rival gangs, the Jets and Sharks, clash over territory and power.
The exciting music by Leonard Bernstein and passionate lyrics by Stephen Sondheim need no introduction for anyone with even a passing interest in musical theatre. “Something’s Coming,” “Maria,” “America,” and “Gee Officer Krupke” will keep you humming even after the show!
RSM’s Vice-President of Productions, Barbara Doudt, directs West Side Story. Doudt has successfully directed six RSM shows during the last four years. Previously, she performed many seasons with the Dallas Opera, appearing with such greats as Beverly Sills and Jose Carraras, and with Garland Summer Musicals. The multi-talented Doudt has received many accolades for her roles as actor, singer, dancer, director, choreographer, and teacher.’
“West Side Story” runs August 13, 14, 15 at 7:30 p.m. and August 16 at 2 p.m. Performances are held at the Rockwall High School Performing Arts Center at Utley Middle School, 1201 T L Townsend Drive in Rockwall, TX.
Tickets are $17.95 – $19.95 each and available at the door or online at rockwallsummermusicals.org/tickets.
For more information about Rockwall Summer Musicals, visit rockwallsummermusicals.org.
Submitted by Whitney Rosenbalm, RSM.
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