To begin by stating that Chita Rivera is a legend in her own time would be a factual compliment, but it would not do justice to all that the musical theater icon has accomplished in her exuberant career. Her talent and drive have always been evident. At fifteen years of age she auditioned for the School of American Ballet, was accepted and given a scholarship. A mere three years later she was off and running in the touring production of “Call Me Madam” which proved to be a stepping stone for the string of Broadway shows that were to follow, ushering her to the role of Anita in “West Side Story.” This was the entry to stardom and the start of an illustrious career.

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