West Side Story

from Sing It, Sister! Hosted by Ellen Brooks

Welcome to Season 2! In this episode of Sing It, Sister! Clare and Ellen discuss West Side Story, with special guest Brigid Brooks! Topics discussed include: catholic guilt, Marni Nixon, stage vs. screen, systemic racism, ballet dance fighting, and more. And you will not want to miss the outcome of the trivia game! Special shout out to our wonderful sponsors: Brigid & Jim Brooks, Jim Walsh, Sam Robson, Kierstn Stewart, Molly Hanrahan, and Annie Hanrahan To donate, please visit: brooksbabbles.com/fundraising Show Notes: Remembering 'Ghost Soprano' Marni Nixon, December 28, 2016, NPR, All Things Considered Actress Rita Moreno and Vocalist Marni Nixon, April 18, 2003, NPR, Fresh Air Rita Moreno Re-Wore Her Gown From The 1962 Oscars Tonight, By Lauren Alexis Fisher, March 4, 2018, HarpersBazaar

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