West Side Story

West Side Story Individual Assignment

Watch “In America” (see link below) and review the lyrics (see link below)
Analyze how dance is used as a dramatic element to reinforce the mood of the music and the story
Make sure to discuss the lyrics, the moves, the rhythms, the actions
Highlight at least 3 different points in the dance which reinforce the mood of the music and story
- Organize each point in a separate paragraph (paragraphs are 4-5 sentences)