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‘West Side Story’ scores a hit at the Fisher
LAWRENCE B. JOHNSON
Special to The Detroit News
A brand new touring production of “West Side Story” launched its national run Wednesday night at the Fisher Theatre, and it may safely be christened a triumph right out of the gate.
Modeled after the Leonard Bernstein-Stephen Sondheim musical’s recent Broadway revival, this mesmerizing show feels new-born fresh in the care of a youthful cast that brings the whole theatrical package - singing, dancing and acting in a seamless blend of skills and story-telling.
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LAWRENCE B. JOHNSON
Special to The Detroit News
A brand new touring production of “West Side Story” launched its national run Wednesday night at the Fisher Theatre, and it may safely be christened a triumph right out of the gate.
Modeled after the Leonard Bernstein-Stephen Sondheim musical’s recent Broadway revival, this mesmerizing show feels new-born fresh in the care of a youthful cast that brings the whole theatrical package - singing, dancing and acting in a seamless blend of skills and story-telling.
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