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Workington Amateur Operatics Society, Workington, England, UK


From the society that brought you Annie and The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Workington Amateur Operatic society present ‘West Side Story’, a retelling of William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, set against the backdrop of 1950’s New York. 

Two young lovers Tony and Maria are caught between warring gangs The Jets and The Sharks, as they struggle to find happiness in a world of hate, prejudice and violence. 

Featuring beloved songs ‘Tonight’ and ‘Somewhere’, as well as thrilling dance numbers and an iconic love story, West Side Story is not to be missed!