BOWEN ISLAND FILM SOCIETY AND BOWEN REC PRESENT:

WEST SIDE STORY

West Side Story (1961) Runtime: 152 minutes | Directors: Jerome Robbins & Robert Wise | Starring: Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer, Rita Moreno, George Chakiris

A landmark in American cinema, West Side Story transforms Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet into a dazzling, emotionally charged musical set on the streets of 1950s New York. When Tony, a former Jet, falls in love with Maria, sister of the Sharks’ leader, their romance ignites a fierce rivalry between two street gangs. Featuring iconic choreography, unforgettable songs, and powerful performances, West Side Story blends heart, tragedy, and breathtaking spectacle. More than six decades later, it remains one of the most influential and beloved musicals ever made.

Doors open at 6:00PM

Film starts at 6:30PM