In "West Side Story," Maria Nunez is a central character and the romantic lead. She is a young Puerto Rican woman who falls in love with Tony, a former member of the Jets gang. Maria's character embodies themes of love, hope, and the desire for a better life amidst the backdrop of gang rivalry and cultural tension in New York City. Her iconic song "I Feel Pretty" and her tragic story highlight the challenges faced by immigrants and the consequences of violence.
According to the novel version of the play, Maria and Bernardo's last name is Nunez.
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Tony and Maria don't get officially married as they pretend to in the bridal store that Maria works in and remember Tony gets killed by Chino after Anita told the Jets a lie about Maria's death!
According to the novel version of the play, Maria and Bernardo's last name is Nunez.
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Stephen Sondheim wrote the lyrics to all of West Side Story, including Maria.
"Maria" is sung by Tony.
Tony.
The lyrics for all the West Side Story songs were by Steven Sondheim.
In the musical West Side Story, Bernardo was Maria's brother.
Jastin saves maria from the jets
In a dress shop.
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