West Side Story

The combined forces of four of Columbus’ leading arts organizations bring a new production of West Side Story to the Ohio Theatre. Experience the greatest score ever written, dynamic dance numbers that soar through the open air, and a love story for the ages.

West Side Story exploded onto Broadway in 1957 in a sensational storm of exuberant dance and wistful romance. It was a phenomenon that never faded, “an incandescent piece of work” (The New York Times). Embark on a journey through the gritty streets of 1950s New York City, where rival gangs, the Jets and the Sharks, clash in a fierce battle for dominance and survival. The score is punctuated with hits: “America,” “Tonight,” “Maria,” “I Feel Pretty,” and the enduring “Somewhere.”

This performance will be performed with Spanish and English captions.