West Side Story at Signature Theatre- Page 2
West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Hamilton22
Broadway Star Joined: 7/18/15
#25West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/18/15 at 9:48am
This may be the most perfect singing of the song "Maria" ever:
You must not have seen Jeremy Jordan play Tony.
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#26West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/18/15 at 9:50am
I saw this last week and I still can't stop thinking about it. It was one of the most exciting nights of musical theatre that I have ever experienced. The 17-piece orchestra with the 30 person cast in a 300 seat theatre is mind-blowing--I had goose bumps for much of the evening. All of the leads were absolutely amazing both vocally and in their interpretation of the roles. The dancing is stunning--the choreographer took the base of Robbins work and adjusted it to work on the thrust stage. The lighting was perfect and exciting--especially during the dance at the gym which was the best 10 minutes I have seen on stage in quite some time. I am pretty sure it will sell out once the reviews come out. If you have an opportunity to see this, you should buy your tickets now.
#27West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/18/15 at 10:16am
Hamilton22 said: "Stop taking."
LOL coming from the most hated current poster/troll on this board. 
#28West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/18/15 at 10:56am
GetUp&LiveIt said: "This looks unbelievable"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iF2T69hVOB0
That video montage is great, it captures just the "right" moments from the show. Bernstein's "Mambo" is one of the most thrilling pieces of music written for the theater - - - EVER! It never fails to give me goosebumps!!! This particular production looks like a winner! What a handsome cast!
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#29West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/18/15 at 11:32am
Looks like a great production.
"Jaws is the Citizen Kane of movies."
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#30West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/18/15 at 3:35pm
For those asking where the reviews are, the official opening for donors/VIPs was earlier this week, but the press was invited to the performance last night and the one tonight. I've heard it's great, but I am not going to see it until next week.
"Why do you care what people might say? Why try to fit into their design?" (Side Show)
#31West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/18/15 at 3:53pm
KChenowethfan said: "For those asking where the reviews are, the official opening for donors/VIPs was earlier this week, but the press was invited to the performance last night and the one tonight. I've heard it's great, but I am not going to see it until next week.
Thanks for info--maybe there will be a review in the Washington Post tomorrow.
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Updated On: 12/18/15 at 03:53 PM
BroadwayConcierge
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/24/15
#32West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/18/15 at 5:44pm
Finally just saw that Austin Colby "Maria" video. Holy LORD. I am so beyond stoked to see this production next month.
freewilma
Leading Actor Joined: 2/18/15
#33West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/18/15 at 11:51pm
If the media was there tonight, they had quite a treat. What a truly lovely production. The intimate setting with the thrust stage was incredibly effective. The performances were spot-on and the dancing spectacular. Really a special show. Highly recommended.
futuresuperstar9
Swing Joined: 5/10/14
#34West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/19/15 at 1:07am
I saw the production tonight and it was absolutely breathtaking. Everything was just perfect. This might very well go down as my favorite production of WSS ever.
#36West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/19/15 at 8:56am
Natascia Diaz was born on January 4, 1970 in Lugano, Switzerland. You do the math. So what if she's not in her 30's. She was hired because she can do the role very well. People like Natascia and others have a lot of singing and dancing to do. Very necessary.
"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)
Updated On: 12/19/15 at 08:56 AM
#37West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/19/15 at 9:50am
OK, I bought a ticket. I also sent a tweet to Peter Marks asking when he's going to review it. Let's see if he answers.
What I want to know is, who is TweetyPie1?
Updated On: 12/19/15 at 09:50 AM
#38West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/19/15 at 10:05am
Update: Marks did answer. He says the review will be online Monday.
What I want to know is, who is TweetyPie1?
freewilma
Leading Actor Joined: 2/18/15
#40West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/19/15 at 12:41pm
The show just extended through 1/31. Tickets are on sale on-line:
CZJ at opening night party for A Little Night Music, Dec 13, 2009.
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Swing Joined: 6/13/07
#41West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/19/15 at 12:53pm
Signature Theatre just posted these reviews of West Side Story on their Facebook page. Raves all around:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2XGNzQqD9c
https://www.theatrebloom.com/2015/12/review-west-side-story-at-signature-theatre/
https://dcmetrotheaterarts.com/2015/12/18/west-side-story-at-signature-theatre-review/
https://dctheatrescene.com/2015/12/21/west-side-story-reborn-signature-theatre/
Updated On: 12/21/15 at 12:53 PM
GetUp&LiveIt
Stand-by Joined: 3/15/08
#42West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/22/15 at 1:02pm
Now that's the definition of a RAVE
Broadway Stud
Swing Joined: 6/13/07
#43West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/23/15 at 10:15am
Peter Marks lists West Side Story as one of the top shows he saw in 2015. Hamilton is number one and Dear Evan Hanson is number two.
Updated On: 12/23/15 at 10:15 AM
GetUp&LiveIt
Stand-by Joined: 3/15/08
#44West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/23/15 at 12:30pm
"Yet Gardiner’s production overall is itself a standout: It engages you in a way that standard proscenium productions of West Side Story can’t. If this doesn’t become your favorite production of West Side Story, I would love to know where you saw it staged better."
http://www.metroweekly.com/2015/12/storied-musical-west-side-story-at-signature-review/
GetUp&LiveIt
Stand-by Joined: 3/15/08
#44West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 12/23/15 at 12:30pm
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Updated On: 12/23/15 at 12:30 PM
BroadwayConcierge
Broadway Legend Joined: 7/24/15
#45West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 1/16/16 at 9:25pm
Finally got to this today. Holy cow. This was one of the top theatrical experiences of my entire life. I was a weeping wreck for the overwhelming majority of the show, simply because it was so brilliantly staged. The 17-piece orchestra was BEYOND. Every moment of the show was remarkable, but particularly, Austin Colby's rendition of "Maria" had me weeping so much I had a puddle of tears in my lap. It was incredible. Natascia Diaz is a KILLER Anita, too. I doubt I'll ever get to see a production of West Side Story as masterfully and exquisitely done as this.
#47West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 1/17/16 at 2:52pm
I had to turn my ticket in. I would have been coughing through the whole show. I'm very disappointed. I would have been there right now.
What I want to know is, who is TweetyPie1?
eman02
Swing Joined: 12/29/10
#48West Side Story at Signature Theatre
Posted: 1/17/16 at 3:59pm
it looks to be all sold out. anyway anyone knows if it's possible to get a ticket otherwise? it sounds amazing. unless it will transfer or continue around New York, I'd love to get a chance to see it.
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