The Playhouse Company presents West Side Story
Don't miss the legendary musical West Side Story, set to take stage at the Durban Playhouse.
WHEN West Side Story opened in New York in 1957, it set new standards in musical theatre and to this day it continues to be one of the most successful musicals ever produced. This festive season it is once again being celebrated in a brand new production by the Playhouse Company, in the Opera Theatre from 22 November to 29 December.
The story of two young people from conflicting cultural backgrounds, who meet, fall in love and are ultimately torn apart by racial intolerance and ignorance, is as pertinent as ever and provides much food for thought on the subject of prejudice and ultimate reconciliation.
The moving story unfolds to Leonard Bernstein’s dynamic score and the immortal songs, penned by lyricist Stephen Sondheim, include Tonight, Maria, America and Somewhere. The production will feature full orchestral accompaniment by Africa’s premier orchestra, the KZN Philharmonic.
Tickets are available through Computicket and prices range from R100 to R150, with concessions for students and pensioners. Block booking and show and function packages are also available at discounted rates. For more information visit www.playhousecompany.com.
