westside story

Romeo & Juliet and Westside Story The plays Romeo and Juliet and Westside Story have many similarities and differences. One major compare and contrast in the two, are the main characters. Tony, one of the main male characters in Westside Story, is comparable to Romeo; Maria of Westside Story, is comparable to Juliet. Some of the other comparable characters include: Anita to the nurse, Riff to Mercutio, and Bernardo to Tybalt. Tony and Romeo have many …

…was also the first to be killed within the gang. Bernardo, being compared to Tybalt, had a hot temper, and became violent easily. Bernardo was Maria’s cousin, and Tybalt was Juliet’s cousin. Bernardo was killed in the rumble, and so was Tybalt. Finally, there are many comparisons and contrasts between the two plays. Between characters, as well as plot. Although some of them are very small, they make the two very much different.