Arts and LifestyleTheatre Review: 'West Side Story' Revitalized By Sacramento's Music CircusAugust 6, 2015 | Jeff HudsonWhen West Side Story premiered in 1957, with courtship scenes set on fire escapes, critics said the show was contemporary and provocative. After three Music Circus runs in the 60's, it faded from fashion. Now it's back and more relevant than ever. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.