Broadway Musical Unit Study Guide West Side Story Bernstein Sondheim New York
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Part of a Bundle An instant classic, yes? This one or two-day lesson (54 pages) and study guide focuses on the Tony award winning musical West Side Story with music by Leonard Bernstein and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. This is the story of a modern-day Romeo and Juliet are involved in New York street gangs. On the harsh streets of the upper west side, two gangs battle for control of the turf. The situation becomes complicated when a gang member falls in love with a rival's sister. Students have an opportunity to study its journey to Broadway, plot, creative team, songs, composers, plot, trivia, etc.
The lesson can stand alone or be combined with one of my Famous Artist Biographies Hugh Jackman for example) or other musical lessons (Hamilton or Wicked)
Need a quick emergency lesson plan? Or one for a substitute?
HOW DO I USE THIS LESSON IN MY CLASSROOM? A drama, music or language arts class would enjoy this lesson. Everything is provided for the teacher to have a successful, fun and engaging lesson!
This Product includes:
- Letter to Teacher
- Two Warm Ups--My Own Version of this Popular Exercise--
- Teacher's Script--What I Say and How I Say it!
- Photos of West Side Story
- Synopsis of the Musical
- Plot of the Musical--comprehensive and detailed
- Short Biography about the creative team of Stephen Sondheim, Leonard Bernstein, Jerome Robbins
- Separate File of Photos for Teacher's Use in Lecture
- History about the Origination of the Production
- AND a Mini-Lesson on What are the Tony Awards?
- List of Tony Awards
- New York City Map with Competing Theaters Labeled
- Student Note Page for West Side Story
- Teacher Note Page Key
- Fascinating Trivia about Broadway and West Side Story
- Songs List
- Extension Activities--Ten Terrific Assignment Suggestions to Secure the Learning and Enrich the Experience either Individual or Group
- Sources & Links to Film Clips from the Show
- And More!
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