West Side Story

West Side Story – Musical by Bernstein, Laurents, Robbins & Sondheim

Performed in German and English with German and English surtitles
Recommended from age 14

A landmark in musical theatre: Inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, West Side Story tells a heartbreaking tale of love, hatred and hope – set in the streets of 1950s New York.

Tony is a Jet; Maria’s brother Bernardo leads the rival gang of Puerto Rican immigrants, the Sharks. When Tony and Maria fall in love, gang tensions erupt – with devastating consequences.

Content warning: This production contains depictions of violence and sexual violence.

Book your tickets now and experience this Broadway classic live at the Volksoper Vienna!

program

West Side Story
Musical von Leonard Bernstein, Arthur Laurents, Jerome Robbins und Stephen Sondheim
In deutscher und englischer Sprache mit Übertiteln

Place

Volksoper Vienna – A Musical Theater of Tradition, Diversity, and Joy

The Volksoper Vienna is one of Austria’s leading opera houses and an essential part of Vienna’s vibrant cultural scene. Renowned for its diverse program, which includes opera, operetta, musicals, and ballet, it provides high-quality entertainment appealing to audiences of all ages.

Since its opening in 1898, the Volksoper has delighted visitors with charming productions, outstanding artists, and a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Among the classics regularly performed are world-famous operettas such as Johann Strauss’s "Die Fledermaus" or Franz Lehár’s "The Merry Widow," along with renowned operas, musicals, and contemporary performances.

The Volksoper is celebrated for its lively atmosphere and audience-friendly performances, focusing equally on entertainment and musical excellence.

Getting There by Public Transport

Subway:

• U6 Station Währinger Straße – Volksoper – direct access

• Lines 40, 41, 42 (Währinger Straße/Volksoper stop) – directly in front of the venue

• Line 40A (Währinger Straße/Volksoper stop)