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Special Episode: Paper Mill's Mark S. Hoebee on the timeless, and timely, power of 'West Side Story'

with Matt Tamanini, Ashley Steves, Lauren Class Schneider, Jena Tesse Fox, Grace Aki, Carey Purcell
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On today's episode, Matt Tamanini is in conversation with Paper Mill Playhouse's producing artistic director, Mark S. Hoebee. In addition to his administrative duties, Mark is also currently serving as the director for Paper Mill's production of "West Side Story," which is running now through June 28.

Mark talks to Matt about his long history with the show, why it is so important to continue to tell this story, and how much weight it carries with a cast of young, up-and-coming talents. They also discuss Paper Mill's recently announced 2026-27 season and current campaign to renovate the theatre's campus in Millburn, New Jersey.

Paper Mill Playhouse's production of "West Side Story" runs in Millburn, New Jersey, from May 28 through June 28.

Purchase tickets to see "West Side Story" at Paper Mill Playhouse:
https://papermill.org/wss/

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Grace Aki
Grace Aki
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Jena Tesse Fox
Jena Tesse Fox
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Carey Purcell
Carey Purcell
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Lauren Class Schneider
Lauren Class Schneider
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Ashley Steves
Ashley Steves
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Matt Tamanini
Matt Tamanini
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