We have been learning about American Musical Theatre. American Musical Theatre was the Americans answer to the high-browed Opera of Europe. The center of activity for these works is a place called BROADWAY in New York City.We have explored what is presently playing on Broadway now lets go back in time and explore the musical WEST SIDE STORY. This show is a modern day version of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespere. As you explore the listed web sites try and find the answers to these questions.
1.)Who wrote West Side Story?
2.)In what theatre, and what year did this show open?
3.)What year is Romeo and Juliet set in?
4.)What two groups are fighting each other in Romeo and Juliet?
In West Side Story?
Using the Venn diagram on your handout, find five areas that are the same in both shows and five areas that are different.
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