West Side Story: a musical by Leonard Bernstein based on Romeo and Juliet set in 1950s New York City. The Jets and Sharks gangs, Tony and Maria fall in love but are hindered by gang rivalry. Bernstein flawlessly blends jazz, Latin music, and classical compositions, with famous songs such as “Maria,” “Tonight,” and “America.” Themes of racism, cultural conflict, and social injustice are tackled making it a timeless masterpiece.