Carolyn as Maria in West Side Story

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West Side Story (One-Minute Preview)

From Mrs. Lovett two weeks ago to Maria this weekend, I am so proud of this girl. Support the arts in your community! West Side Story #tonight #GeyerPAC A post shared by Dennis G. Jerz (@dennis.jerz) on Aug 9, 2018 at 8:21am PDT Similar:This makes a lot of sense.AmusingIt's reckless and dangerous for a leader…

Iconic ‘West Side Story’ still resonates today

Carolyn Jerz of Greensburg will be playing Maria opposite Logan Williams of Pittsburgh as Tony in the production. She describes her character as a playful, naive teenage girl who just wants to take part in life. “She has just moved to New York City from Puerto Rico and is attending her first school dance with…

Here's how Maria amuses herself on the ride home from dress rehearsal. #WestSideStory

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After a productive run-through of West Side Story, the girl decided to slide out from under the seatbelt, and got stuck in the foot well.

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Portrait of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, biting his lips as if pensive or nervous.

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