Sweeney Todd: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street tells the tale of Benjamin Barker, a barber who, under the alias Sweeney Todd, seeks revenge on those who wronged him. Wrongfully separated from his family, Todd returns to London to discover the injustices committed against him. With the help of Mrs. Lovett, a pie shop owner, Todd begins a gruesome plan for vengeance. Sweeney Todd explores themes of justice, morality, and the consequences of unchecked revenge.
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Musical Information
Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content
Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1979)
Cast: Medium (14+ Roles) • Child Role
Setting: 1840s / England (London)
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Stephen Sondheim
Book: Hugh Wheeler
Based On: Sweeney Todd➝ by Christopher Bond
Awards
Drama Desk Award: Outstanding Musical (1979)
Laurence Olivier Award: Best New Musical (1980)
New York Drama Critics’ Circle: Best Musical (1979)
Tony Award: Best Musical (1979)
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1979)➝
Licensing
Sweeney Todd is available to license through Music Theatre International.
Australasia Licensing Options
Europe Licensing Options
International Licensing Options
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1970s, Based on a Play, Broken 4th Wall, Business, Classic, Dark, Edgy, Food, Horror, Operatic, Operetta, Popular, Religion, Ships, Sung-Through, Thriller, Tony Award, Tragedy, Two-Word, Work
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