Is Mike Faist in the new West Side Story?

Is Mike Faist in the new West Side Story?

Among the many fine points of Steven Spielberg’s new “West Side Story” is its stellar cast of relative unknowns, including Mike Faist, whose indelible portrayal of Jets leader Riff is earning him some supporting actor Oscar buzz.

Was Mike Faist in the original Newsies?

Mike Faist is a Tony-nominated actor. Originally from Columbus, Ohio he moved to New York at 17 to pursue acting. Mike made his Broadway debut in Newsies-as an original cast member, he created the role of Morris Delancey for the regional premiere and continued through the Broadway transfer.

Who is Mike Faist in Deh?

Mike Faist has been playing the role of Connor Murphy in Dear Evan Hansen since the show’s earliest incarnation.

Is Riff a Mercutio?

In 1961, Russ Tamblyn played the Mercutio character, Riff Lorton, in the film adaptation of West Side Story, the musical modernised version of Romeo and Juliet.