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West Side Story

Alternative title
Episode 32
Synopsis
Video podcast hosted by Drew Lichtenberg and Alan Paul. This episode looks at the 1957 Broadway musical West Side Story, its basis in Romeo and Juliet and the way the show and its reputation has changed over the decades. Guests include Dr. Carla Della Gatta ( Florida State University), actor Natascia Diaz and music director Meg Zervoulis.
Series
Shakespeare Hour Live!
Language
English
Country
United States
Medium
Video
Transmission details
22 Jan 2021
Duration
65 mins

Additional Details

Production type
Documentary/Educational/News
Plays
Romeo and Juliet
Subjects
Drama; Shakespeare
Keywords
musicals

Online Availability

Online URL
https://youtu.be/MHQUcwCGbPk
Online format
Streamed

Production Company

Name

Shakespeare Theatre Company

Web
https://www.shakespearetheatre.org/ External site opens in new window

Distributor

Name

YouTube

Web
http://www.youtube.com External site opens in new window

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