In the mid-1950s Jews were being depict­ed not as alien or disreputable immi­grants but rather as mem­bers of a respect­ed ...

Traditional Afghan wrestling—known as Pehlwani—is a popular pastime for boys in the south-central Asian nation.

Simril-Simrill family history is one of heroism and hate, tying kin from the Carolinas to others across the US and abroad.

At the Taormina Film Festival, the Oscar-winning director reflects on faith, immigration, protests, and a divided America.

Luty — in his 26 th year as theater instructor at Rochelle School of the Arts in Lakeland — said “West Side Story” has become an “American classic” that offers opportunities for actors ...

Sixty-six years ago, WEST SIDE STORY opened on Broadway and has become one of the great classics of American Musical Theatre. The story went through several iterations before becoming the story of ...

More than 60 years since its world premiere, “West Side Story” remains one of the most significant works of the American musical theater. But according to artists preparing a new production at ...

The opening of “West Side Story,” both the 1961 and 2021 films, is not a song or a dialogue scene or even a traditional overture; it’s a dance.And it’s not just a dance — it’s a plunge ...

Video Go Inside the Scoring Session for 'America' With New West Side Story Featurette. Find out Rita Moreno's off-screen contribution to the song alongside Broadway favorites Ariana Debose, David ...

A new West Side Story featurette has revealed a look inside a scoring session for the film, featuring Ariana DeBose and the cast of the film singing 'America.' The the new video also features ...