Import ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST / WEST SIDE STORY / WORLD MUSIC WM 88015 CD While actively working as a conductor, Bernstein was also well-known as a musical composer, having created many hit works. One of his masterpieces, "West Side Story," a modern-day Romeo and Juliet, has been a widely loved hit since its premiere in 1957. It was also made into a film in 1961, gaining popularity. This recording is the original cast version by the cast who actually performed on the Broadway stage. It also includes "Symphonic Dances," arranged for orchestra, conducted by Bernstein himself. - Title: West Side Story - Cast: Original Broadway Cast - Release Year: 1980 - Number of Tracks: 15 - Genre: Musical Thank you for viewing.