West Side Story

Welcome to Season 2! In this episode of Sing It, Sister! Clare
and Ellen discuss West Side Story, with special guest Brigid
Brooks! Topics discussed include: catholic guilt, Marni Nixon,
stage vs. screen, systemic racism, ballet dance fighting, and
more. And you will not want to miss the outcome of the trivia
game!


Special shout out to our wonderful sponsors: Brigid & Jim
Brooks, Jim Walsh, Sam Robson, Kierstn Stewart, Molly Hanrahan,
and Annie Hanrahan


To donate, please visit: brooksbabbles.com/fundraising


Show Notes: 


Remembering 'Ghost Soprano' Marni Nixon, December 28, 2016,
NPR, All Things Considered


Actress Rita Moreno and Vocalist Marni Nixon, April 18,
2003, NPR, Fresh Air


Rita Moreno Re-Wore Her Gown From The 1962 Oscars
Tonight, By Lauren Alexis Fisher, March 4, 2018,
HarpersBazaar