Lions' Schwartz Looks for Answers Nov 22, 2009
Were talking about 1957, when Leave It to Beaver debuted on TV, West Side Story debuted on Broadway and The Bridge on the River Kwai and Twelve Angry Men debuted on the big screen. Check out AMC or TVLand if you want to see any of those. (BerniesInsiders.com)
A celebration of high hopes Nov 16, 2009
But what about the popular movie versions of West Side Story, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, and Gypsy. The always-candid Sondheim said that while he enjoyed them, I don t think they re very good. (Boston Globe)
The color of Munny Nov 13, 2009
Her name was Anita, and she needed a partner, so this is Bernardo -- I kind of named them after 'West Side Story ... "I did her in Puerto Rican gear, the Puerto Rican flag and everything around her just screamed Boricua. Her name was Anita, and she needed a partner, so this is Bernardo -- I kind of named them after 'West Side Story.' ". (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Weekend Guide: Theater Nov 7, 2009
": ***; Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway; 212-239-6200. "MARY POPPINS": **** New Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St.; 212-307- 4747. "NEXT TO NORMAL": ** Booth Theatre, 222 W. 45th St.; 212-239-6200. "THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA": **** Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St.; 212-239-6200. "ROCK OF AGES": **; Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St.; 212-307-4100. "SHREK: THE MUSICAL": *** Broadway Theatre, Broadway at 53rd Street; 212-239-6200. Closes Jan. 3. "SOUTH PACIFIC": **** Vivian Beaumont... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'West Side' whack Nov 7, 2009
Over the summer, I reported that Laurents, who wrote the script for "West Side Story" and directed the hit revival, read the riot act to his young cast because they were missing too many performances ... Still, nobody's safe at "West Side Story," as poor ... SPIDER-MAN: Turn Off the Dark" seems to be back on track. I'm hearing that the $45 million musical, which suspended production this fall when the money ran out, will begin previews in June at the Hilton Theatre and open in July. The show's... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
On Broadway, 'Spider-Man's' greatest enemy is the budget Nov 7, 2009
At the same time, "Spider-Man's" fixed weekly running costs total around $1 million -- hundreds of thousands dollars more than what some elaborate shows such as "Mary Poppins" or "West Side Story" cost to stage every week. Part of "Spider-Man's" expense stems from its aerial and scenic effects: More than 40 stage hands are needed to operate the musical's backstage rigging, said a person who's seen the show's budget. (FOX59, IN)
Angela Lansbury to receive Sondheim Award Nov 6, 2009
Sondheim, who wrote the lyrics for "West Side Story" in 1957 and has won nine Tonys throughout his career, helps approve the recipients of the award. Lansbury returns to Broadway this month in Sondheim's "A Little Night Music" costarring Catherine Zeta-Jones. (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
Nickelodeon Brings Storytime Live! Theatrical Tour Across the U.S. in 2010 Nov 5, 2009
Recent productions include Hair, West Side Story, Memphis and the West End production of Breakfast At Tiffanys. Upcoming Broadway productions include the return of Irving Berlins White Christmas, Million Dollar Quartet and Minskys. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tom and Gisele savor Miami Nov 2, 2009
The man who produced and/or directed shows such as The Pajama Game, Damn Yankees, West Side Story, Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret, Company, Follies, Sweeney Todd, and Evita (not a bad resume, right. dished about the new look of Broadway, and told the audience about how he used to hang out at Walgreens with Stephen Sondheim. (Boston Globe)
Harold Prince, the king of Broadway musicals Oct 30, 2009
His resume reads like one of those movie montages of Broadway marquees, this time spanning five decades of hits: The Pajama Game, Damn Yankees, West Side Story, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret, Company, Follies, A Little Night Music, Pacific Overtures, Sweeney Todd, Evita, The Phantom of the Opera, Kiss of the Spider Woman. A few flops, too, like Merrily We Roll Along. (Boston Globe)
A John Rutter afternoon Oct 30, 2009
Broadway's Tony plans 'West Side Story' departure. Broadway's Tony in the revival of "West Side Story" will say goodbye to the hit musical in December ... The actor plans to star in a television pilot and develop a concert series celebrating the music of Leonard Bernstein, composer of "West Side Story.". (Fresno Bee)
Opera Diva's Irksome Call Was About Jackson Film Oct 28, 2009
"I started to sing ("Somewhere" from "West Side Story") and midway through singing they all started feeling it. ... They also noticed that I was an opera singer and they applauded, they relaxed a bit. And my mom, who was outside, she heard me and relaxed, because she knew that everything was fine," said the singer, who has won numerous awards, including for best singer in the world at the Lyric Festival in Italy. "When I was leaving, they asked me to sing one more song," she said with a laugh. (KIRO TV, WA)
'Carrie,' unburied Oct 28, 2009
Kevin McCollum, whose enviable track record includes "Rent," "Avenue Q" and "West Side Story." ... " The confident producers attempting to resurrect it are Jeffrey Seller and Kevin McCollum, whose enviable track record includes "Rent," "Avenue Q" and "West Side Story. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Biltmore gets decked out for holidays Oct 24, 2009
Upcoming features include Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds," Oct. 30; "West Side Story," Nov. 6; "Diamonds Are Forever," Nov. 13; "The Graduate," Nov. 20; "White Christmas," Dec. 4 and "Elf," Dec. 11. For more information, go to www. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Opera diva accused of NYC eatery drama Oct 24, 2009
In 2002, she starred in "West Side Story" at the Volksoper opera house in Vienna. Her business manager, William Kitainik, tells the New York Post that Pochinki is "the most peaceful person you'll ever meet.". (MSNBC -- International)
Can’t Stop the Beat Oct 19, 2009
In 1957, West Side Story had introduced the musical to the reckless dark side of teen-age life; Bye Bye Birdie, set in Sweet Apple, Ohio, where the citizens apparently dress mostly in chartreuse, mauve, orange, periwinkle, and turquoise, was a walk on the bright side. In its celebration of fifties America, the musical was slyly nostalgic for an innocence already lost. (New Yorker)
Stephen Sondheim takes the stage Oct 19, 2009
We know him as the lyricist for "Gypsy" and "West Side Story," the winner of eight Tony awards and the composer-lyricist of such musically intricate, mold-breaking shows as "Sweeney Todd," "A Little Night Music," "Company," "Follies" and "Assassins." ... -- A revival of "West Side Story," which introduced new Spanish-language lyrics by "In the Heights" composer-lyricist Lin-Manuel Miranda, opened on Broadway in March and is still playing ... We know him as the lyricist for "Gypsy" and "West Side... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Yanks winAlex Rodriguez hit a game-tying home run in the 11th inning, and... Oct 18, 2009
Yankees win on Angels error in 13th. Yankees win on Angels error in 13th. (New York Post -- Sports)
Hatch free'Survivor" winner Richard Hatch was released from a... Oct 18, 2009
Last Updated: 8:47 AM, October 17, 2009. Posted: 12:27 AM, October 17, 2009. (New York Post -- News)
Once more with feeling! Oct 18, 2009
Students of his are belting it out in Broadway shows such as Bye Bye Birdie, Finian s Rainbow, Mary Poppins and West Side Story ... Students of his are belting it out in Broadway shows such as Bye Bye Birdie, Finian s Rainbow, Mary Poppins and West Side Story. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Network sues Gosselin for contract breach Oct 17, 2009
TLC sues Jon Gosselin for contract breach. Last Updated: 12:06 PM, October 16, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
No sure 'Thing'Some very good books were just never meant to be turned into... Oct 17, 2009
Where the Wild Things Are' a snooze. Return to Sendak's 'Wild. (New York Post -- News)
'Celebrity Apprentice' cast revealed Oct 17, 2009
Celebrity Apprentice 3' cast revealed. Celebrity Apprentice 3' cast revealed. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Dirty 'Birdie' secrets Oct 16, 2009
Arthur Laurents, as the kids at "West Side Story" were this summer for missing performances ... It's one thing to be yelled at by Arthur Laurents, as the kids at "West Side Story" were this summer for missing performances. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Comedian: End world hunger? Sell the Vatican Oct 16, 2009
Comedian: End world hunger. Comedian: End world hunger. (New York Post -- News)
Ticket to ride a deal Oct 16, 2009
Firms may scalp unit. Last Updated: 3:33 AM, October 16, 2009. (New York Post -- News)
Parr unlikely to take a swing at Lazard job Oct 16, 2009
Parr unlikely to take a 000030EA swing at Lazard job. Last Updated: 3:33 AM, October 16, 2009. (New York Post -- News)
Lloyd 'Sachs' bonus Oct 16, 2009
Blankfein, Goldman brass may pa$$ on rewards. Last Updated: 3:39 AM, October 16, 2009. (New York Post -- News)
Return to Sendak Oct 16, 2009
Mild 'Wild' a snooze. Last Updated: 4:56 AM, October 16, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Birdbrained revival flops Oct 16, 2009
By ELISABETH VINCENTELLI. Last Updated: 4:49 AM, October 16, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Twisted sisters Oct 16, 2009
It's rush week, watch your back. Last Updated: 4:49 AM, October 16, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Rock' goes soft Oct 16, 2009
Tina and Co. out of touch in Season 4. Last Updated: 1:41 PM, October 15, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'So You Think You Can Dance's' Mia is out Oct 16, 2009
So You Think You Can Dance's' Mia is out. So You Think You Can Dance's' Mia is out. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Walk this way Oct 16, 2009
Celebrity Apprentice 3' cast revealed during shoot. Last Updated: 4:49 AM, October 16, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Cond Nast slices staff at Golfing, Media groups Oct 16, 2009
Cond; Nast slices staff at Golfing, Media groups. Cond Nast slices staff at Golfing, Media groups. (New York Post -- Business)
Google profit soars 27% on $5.94B in sales Oct 16, 2009
Google profit soars 27% on $5. Google profit soars 27% on $5. (New York Post -- Business)
'Citigov' scores a profit Oct 16, 2009
Citigov' scores a profit. Citigov' scores a profit. (New York Post -- Business)
Business briefs Oct 16, 2009
AP, Bloomberg, Reuters and Dow Jones, Bloomberg. Last Updated: 12:45 AM, October 16, 2009. (New York Post -- Business)
Filling the Gap Oct 16, 2009
Plaid' truth: retailer sets return to TV. By HOLLY SANDERS WARE. (New York Post -- Business)
What happened on 'DWTS'? Oct 15, 2009
What happened on 'DWTS. What happened on 'DWTS. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Wasserstein dead Oct 15, 2009
Wall Street bids adieu to famed Lazard dealmaker. By MARK DeCAMBRE, PAUL THARP and JOSH KOSMAN. (New York Post -- News)
Leona rounds off amazing year Oct 15, 2009
"So we've got a massive merry-go-round in there. "There's also West Side Story, and a Fosse interpretation, and we did Singing In The Rain. " They'd have to top that big old London bus. Jumping out of an aeroplane? Yeah, maybe! Leona Lewis plans for the London Olympics in 2012 However, if you pay close attention, Lewis isn't actually dancing much at all, leaving all the hard work to her backing artists. "I love dancing," she says defensively, "but I am a singer and that is what I do. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Bartenders mix it up Oct 14, 2009
By JUSTIN ROCKET SILVERMAN. Last Updated: 2:58 AM, October 14, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Tasered Texas woman says next time 'say nothing' Oct 14, 2009
Tasered Texas woman says next time 'say nothing. Tasered Texas woman says next time 'say nothing. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Jacko kids show Oct 14, 2009
Prince, Paris, Blanket in family reality series. Last Updated: 2:58 AM, October 14, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
HBO brings Atlantic City to life Oct 14, 2009
Hollywood powerhouses behind HBO docu-drama "Boardwalk Empire". Last Updated: 12:08 PM, October 13, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Fall in style at Yonkers track Oct 14, 2009
Empire City celebrates New York states rich bounty. Last Updated: 12:29 PM, October 13, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
What happened? Oct 14, 2009
Why 'Stars' is 'Dancing' on two left feet. Last Updated: 3:02 AM, October 14, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Real Housewives' leaves cable confines Oct 14, 2009
Real Housewives' leaves cable confines. Real Housewives' leaves cable confines. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Hard-knock life an uplifting tale Oct 14, 2009
Uplifting stories from mean streets. Last Updated: 5:46 AM, October 13, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Mirror' reflects well on cast Oct 14, 2009
Mirror' reflects well on cast. Mirror' reflects well on cast. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Gilmore' Graham tries 'Parenthood' Oct 14, 2009
Gilmore' Graham tries 'Parenthood. Gilmore' Graham tries 'Parenthood. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
TLC hints at end of 'Jon & Kate' Oct 14, 2009
TLC hints at end of 'Jon & Kate. TLC hints at end of 'Jon. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Nip/Tuck' tying up loose ends Oct 14, 2009
Nip/Tuck' tying up loose ends. Nip/Tuck' tying up loose ends. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Star keeps 'Promises' Oct 14, 2009
Star keeps 'Promises. Star keeps 'Promises. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Dollar loses reserve status to yen & euro Oct 14, 2009
Dollar loses reserve status to yen /h1. Last Updated: 3:16 AM, October 13, 2009. (New York Post -- News)
Bunny linesEveryone knows that a puffy duckbill lip or a permantly surprised... Oct 14, 2009
The biggest botox giveaway. Last Updated: 4:00 AM, October 14, 2009. (New York Post -- News)
Young Giuliani: the hole story Oct 13, 2009
Out to prove himself on golf show. Last Updated: 12:26 PM, October 12, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Remaking 'Upstairs Downstairs' Oct 13, 2009
Remaking 'Upstairs Downstairs. Remaking 'Upstairs Downstairs. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Beauty & beast Oct 13, 2009
Dancing with the Stars' odd couple. Last Updated: 11:49 AM, October 12, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Oleanna': Slash and burn Oct 13, 2009
Oleanna': Slash and burn. Oleanna': Slash and burn. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Naval gazing Oct 12, 2009
How 'NCIS knocked out the competition. Last Updated: 8:15 AM, October 11, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Pre-natal parody Oct 12, 2009
Absurd advice for the unborn. By MANDY STADTMILLER. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
NY state of blind Oct 12, 2009
In 00004000 New York, I Love You, a new generation of filmmakers just cant capture the citys glory. Last Updated: 8:15 AM, October 11, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Leftover choices Oct 12, 2009
Last Updated: 4:03 AM, October 12, 2009. Posted 00004000 : 1:18 AM, October 12, 2009. (New York Post -- Business)
Dead soldiers Oct 12, 2009
Recalling the fallen beverages of George Wendts NYC campagin. Last Updated: 8:15 AM, October 11, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
How Butler did it Oct 12, 2009
to quote "kiyypro" Who wrote this article"? Leone 10/11/2009 7:17 PM Gerard Butler's success comes from his talent and years of striving to create characters that he completely believes in and portrays with honest passion. This in turn, allows us the opportunity to view films that make us think, make us feel, make us question and most of all, make us grateful for the gift Gerry shares with the world. Dalovely 10/11/2009 5:02 PM At least Gerard Butler has some actual movie credits and has worked... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Guys a key part of Wives tale Oct 12, 2009
Guys a key part of Wives tale. Last Updated: 8:15 AM, October 11, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Modern bombshell Oct 12, 2009
Colombian immigrant Sofia Vergara draws her own back story. Last Updated: 3:25 AM, October 11, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Bar GeorgeWoody: Can I pour you a beer, Mr. Peterson?Norm: A little early,... Oct 12, 2009
Monday in the bar with George. Monday in the bar with George. (New York Post -- News)
Nothing funnier than Family Oct 12, 2009
Nothing funnier than Family. Last Updated: 8:15 AM, October 11, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The 'Wild' side Oct 12, 2009
How Spike Jonz 00000D71 e took a beloved childrens book to the Max. Last Updated: 8:33 AM, October 11, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Crash! pow! profit$ Oct 11, 2009
Publisher takes superheroes all the way to the bank. Last Updated: 4:20 AM, October 11, 2009. (New York Post -- Business)
Wesley gets 'Sniped' Oct 11, 2009
Actor may have lost millions in Brit Ponzi scheme. By JAMES DORAN, KAJA WHITEHOUSE and RICHARD WILNER. (New York Post -- News)
'Couples Retreat' an island of lost laughs Oct 10, 2009
Couples Retreat' an island of lost laughs. Couples Retreat' an island of lost laughs. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Rock no Urban myth Oct 10, 2009
Kiwi cowboy proves rock is no Urban myth. Kiwi cowboy proves rock is no Urban myth. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Damned United's wide appeal Oct 10, 2009
Damned United' isn't just for soccer fans. Damned United' isn't just for soccer fans. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Abe vs. Big Apple Oct 10, 2009
Exhibit shows NYC didn't love Lincoln. Last Updated: 4:16 AM, October 10, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Marge Simpson poses for Playboy Oct 10, 2009
Last Updated: 2:10 PM, October 9, 2009. Posted: 12:19 PM, October 9, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Viva 'Diva'THE most unexpec tedly delightful new show of the season, "Drop... Oct 10, 2009
No 'Dead' air: Lifetime series finishes strong. Last Updated: 4:31 AM, October 10, 2009. (New York Post -- News)
For a boy & his mom, the truck stops here Oct 9, 2009
For a boy om, the truck stops here. Last Updated: 4:32 AM, October 9, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Jane, but not plain Oct 9, 2009
Last Updated: 4:49 PM, October 8, 2009. Posted: 4:48 PM, October 8, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'DWTS' not in monkey business Oct 9, 2009
DWTS' not in monkey business. DWTS' not in monkey business. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The Damned United Oct 9, 2009
00004000 By KYLE SMITH. Last Updated: 4:32 AM, October 9, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Dreaded hair woes come to a head Oct 9, 2009
A scene from Good Hair" Fun fact: 80 percent of hair-care products are bought by the black community even though it comprises 12 percent of he population. Rock and his producer, Jeff Stilson, find the embodiment of this economic goldmine at a massive hair show in Atlanta, where four contestants are followed in a preposterously lavish competition. About the only question not answered by "Good Hair" is whether Michelle Obama wears a hair extension (most come from religious ceremonies in India) or... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
