West Side Story aims for Authenticity

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010

West Side Story returns to Broadway tonight with updated choreography and some Spanish lyrics. Today, we find out what's at the heart of the musical’s Spanish accent with choreographer Joey McKneely and playwright Lin-Manuel Miranda, whose translating the book. Plus: New York Times reporter Patrick Healy explains why Broadway is surviving the recession. Finally: Brooklyn singer, songwriter and all-around alchemist Tim Fite shares his unlikely blend of classic acoustic folk and hip-hop.

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