Norwalk Symphony & New Paradigm Theatre produce West Side Story

The Norwalk Symphony Orchestra and The New Paradigm Theatre partner to present West Side Story

To celebrate Leonard Bernstein's 100th Anniversary. The Norwalk Symphony and The New Paradigm Theatre are partnering for a one-night only production at 8pm on Saturday, February 23, 2019, to present of one of the greatest musicals in the American repertoire.

New Paradigm Theatre (NPT), a company well-known for its inventive productions that are presented with multi-cultural, multi- generational and multi-gendered casting and the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra (NSO) a 79- year old nonprofit with a well-regarded professional orchestra will be presenting the concert version of this show. Bernstein’s music and Stephen Sondheim’s lyrics will be showcased by the symphony as well as performers from CT and NYC. Auditions are October 27, 2018 in CT and November 2, 2018 in NYC.

In addition to presenting this beautiful music, the two organizations are committed to a “collective impact” production, bridging the gap between the arts and the local community. “Both of our boards of directors are submitting names of local nonprofits that echo the theme of this show. Once the partner nonprofit for this production is chosen we will be able to highlight their work as a part of our presentation” says Kristin Huffman, Artistic Director of NPT.

“This is an exciting opportunity to present a version of West Side Story that has only recently been made available to orchestra’s. We are honored to have been chosen by the Bernstein Foundation, and we are thrilled to be working with NPT to bring this special evening to life” says Sandra Miklave, Executive Director or the NSO.

For an audition appointment please first visit www.nptheatre.org for actor breakdowns and information and then write to info@nptheatre.org to be considered for an appointment

As partnerships between nonprofits continue to form in order to tackle social challenges from all sides, this type of collective impact production has become increasingly relevant and a vital component of a community. For more info on the show or on auditions please visit www.nptheatre.org or www.norwalksymphony.org.

West Side Story

Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI

The mission of the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra is to bring the joy of orchestral music to appreciative audiences of all ages

New Paradigm Theatre is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit theatre fostering creative problem solvers, leaders, and global citizens through theatre arts education and productions.