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What references to West Side Story were discussed in the article?
The television show Curb Your Enthusiasm extensively referenced West Side Story in the season seven episode Officer Krupke.
What other awards was west side story able to obtain?
West Side Story won the 1958 Tony awards for Best Choreography and Best Scenic Design
How closely was West side story associated with Romeo and Juliet?
West Side Story was inspired by William Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet.
Is there any other ways West Side Story has been referenced in popular culture?
A 1961 musical film adaptation, directed by Robert Wise and Robbins, starred Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer, Rita Moreno, George Chakiris and Russ Tamblyn

Question: Did this version of west side story do well?
Self-contained rewrite: Did the film version of west side story do well?