An exceptionally interesting vintage edition of the legendary musical West Side Story, with music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Arthur Laurents, and based on a conception of Jerome Robbins.
Published by Chappell & Co. Ltd., London and printed in England.
This is an early British vocal score dating from the original era of the production, with the copyright page showing 1957 and 1959 copyright dates.
The book includes the original vocal/piano score and an early cast list featuring performers from the original production.
The original Broadway production opened at the Winter Garden Theatre in New York on 26 September 1957, making this an especially interesting piece of musical-theatre history.
⭐ Features
* Original Chappell & Co. UK publication * Leonard Bernstein music * Stephen Sondheim lyrics * Arthur Laurents book * Jerome Robbins conception * Vintage 1950s/early 1960s printing * Original paper covers * Complete vocal score * Original production/cast information * Printed in England * Original price 17/6
Please note: the large Leonard Bernstein signature-style lettering on the front cover is printed cover artwork and is not a hand signature.
Condition
Good overall vintage condition.
The score is complete and the internal pages are generally clean and readable.
The original paper covers show considerable age-related wear, including creasing, edge wear, discolouration, marks and a prominent vertical crease to the rear cover.
Please examine all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description.
A fantastic piece for a West Side Story, Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim or musical-theatre collector.
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Item Specifics
Title: West Side Story Composer: Leonard Bernstein Lyricist: Stephen Sondheim Book: Arthur Laurents Conceived By: Jerome Robbins Publisher: Chappell & Co. Ltd. Publication Year: 1959 Original Copyright: 1957 / 1959 Format: Sheet Music Type: Vocal Score Instrument: Piano / Voice Genre: Musical Theatre Language: English Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom Place of Publication: London Printed: England Original Price: 17/6 Era: 1950s Signed: No Autographed: No