West Side Story in Rome

West Side Story in Rome

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West Side Story in Rome

West Side Story, a classic musical, is having its Italian adaptation debut at Rome's Teatro Sistina.

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Teatro SistinaPeeparrow EntertainmentRai1
Leonard BernsteinEmanuele FrielloBilly MitchellMassimo Romeo PiparoLuca Gaudiano
Who are the lead actors playing Tony and Maria?
The Italian adaptation, directed by Massimo Romeo Piparo, features Luca Gaudiano as Tony and Natalia Scarpolini as Maria, along with 30 artists and an 18-piece orchestra.
What is the name of the musical debuting in Rome?
West Side Story, a musical with music by Leonard Bernstein, is debuting at the Teatro Sistina in Rome on December 7th.
What are some of the themes explored in West Side Story?
The musical's enduring success is attributed to its timeless themes of love, courage, violence, and intolerance, which resonate across generations.
What awards did the film adaptation of West Side Story win?
West Side Story's film adaptation won ten Academy Awards, including two for Best Director, and an additional special Oscar for choreography.
Who is the director and what production company is involved?
This production of West Side Story is part of a lineup of new shows at Italian theaters, produced by PeepArrow Entertainment and Il Sistina.