If you look at 'West Side Story,' a lot of those numbers are actually pretty cutty, but the cuts are always musically motivated.

West Side Story.

We're going to call it the 'west side story' because there is a lot to tell.

I was perfectly satisfied with the West Side of Chicago when I was in knickerbockers. I hope it was with me.

Oh yes, I've been approached to do all sorts of nonsense. How about a remake of 'West Side Story?'

Look at the darkest hit musicals - Cabaret, West Side Story, Carousel - they are exuberant experiences. They send you out of the theater filled with music.