Sweeney Todd Revival 2004 - Articles Page 1.8

Ages: 12+
Opened: October 13, 2004
Closing: February 05, 2005

Sweeney Todd - 2004 - West End History , Info & More

Ambassadors Theatre
West St, West End, London WC2H 9ND, United Kingdom London

Based on a version of Sweeney Todd by Christopher Bond

Stephen Sondheim’s haunting musical thriller has been hailed "the greatest musical of the past half-century” by the Wall Street Journal. Sophisticated and uncompromising, “Sweeney Todd” has a great sense of fun, mixing intense drama with howlingly funny moments of dark humor. You will find yourself laughing hysterically one moment and gasping in surprise the next.

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Producer Robert Boyett Will Receive Sardi's Caricature Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2023


Robert L. Boyett, one of Broadway’s most prolific and beloved producers and a creator, writer, and producer of some of the best loved television programs of all time, will receive the honor of a caricature on the hallowed walls of Sardi’s Restaurant. Learn more about Boyett here!

Photos: Perseverance Theatre's HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH Comes To Anchorage in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023


Perseverance Theatre, Alaska’s premiere regional theatre, will bring their dazzling production of the rock musical sensation, Hedwig and The Angry Inch to Anchorage at the UAA Fine Arts Building Mainstage October 13th through 22nd. See photos!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 13th, 2023
by - Sep 13, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 13, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

KT Tunstall, LaChanze, Nick Fradiani & More to Join ROCKERS ON BROADWAY at Sony Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2023


Grammy Award Nominee, KT Tunstall will join Rockers on Broadway as a special guest for their 30th Anniversary on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 8 pm at Sony Hall. See who else is performing, and learn how to purchase tickets!

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Announces Cast For Wilmington Production
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2023


GFour Productions, winners of 68 Drama Desk and 54 Tony Awards, today announced the cast of leading ladies for the Wilmington production of the international hit show Menopause The Musical, which will play the Playhouse in Rodney Square for one performance, November 11.

Jeff Calhoun Directed ELVIS - A MUSICAL REVOLUTION Opens the Season at the Walnut Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2023


The new musical Elvis – A Musical Revolution will make it's North American premiere at the Walnut Street Theatre. Directed and choreographed by two-time Tony Award-nominated director Jeff Calhoun, the production begins previews October 3, and opens October 11.

Ali Stroker, Elizabeth Stanley & More to Join Arts Education Benefit Honoring Raúl Esparza
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 7, 2023


Broadway performers and award-winning artists under the direction of acclaimed conductor, music director, orchestrator, composer, arranger, and Arts Ignite Founder, Mary-Mitchell Campbell will gather for an arts education benefit GLOW! Celebrating our Arts Education Champions.

SWEENEY TODD, A History- Part 2: The Demon Barber Slashes His Way From Page To Stage And Beyond
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2023


Learn how Sondheim made Sweeney sing and how Mr. Todd made his mark on mass media in Part 2 of SWEENEY TODD, A History.

Review: ASSASSINS Hits the Mark at Rise Up Theatre Company
by Courtney Symes - Aug 9, 2023


Rise Up Theatre Company is moving on to a bigger and better theatre space in Rancho Cordova but, before they do, they are gracing the MACC with a nail-biting production of Assassins. This Sondheim work lives in the shadow of his more popular pieces like Sweeney Todd and Into the Woods, but it stands on its own merit for its originality and varied score. Its 2004 Broadway debut garnered five Tony Awards, including Best Revival of a Musical. Now Rancho Cordova’s own rising community theatre brings the story of America’s most famous assassins to you, featuring robust local talent that sets their sights on your support.

Birdland to Welcome Golden Globe Winner Amanda McBroom in SUCH GOOD FRIENDS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2023


Join Amanda McBroom, the Golden Globe winner, as she takes the stage at BIRDLAND in 'Such Good Friends,' a celebration of female songwriters. Don't miss this limited engagement!

Wake Up With BWW 7/24: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Sets Closing Date, and More
by - Jul 24, 2023


Top stories: New York, New York will close next weekend, Moulin Rouge! celebrates 1000 performances on Broadway, and more!

Review: BACKSTAGE BABBLE LIVE Bubbles Over with On-Stage Broadway Talent and High-Spirited Host at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - Jul 19, 2023


There was a lot of history crossing that stage, with performers reprising numbers they’d sung on the Great White Way as far back as the 1970s. Giving the proceedings a uniquely touching quality was the sweet meeting of the generations, with these still very vital veterans being welcomed by — and conversing with — a respectful master of ceremonies who’s still in his teens, but is immersed in musical theatre lore.

Bach's Magnificat, Mozart's Requiem & More Set for Oratorio Society Of New York 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2023


The Oratorio Society of New York, led by Music Director Kent Tritle, has revealed its 2023-2024 season with three concerts in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall and one at St. Bartholomew's Church.

Cast Revealed For MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL at Overture
by Stephi Wild - Jun 28, 2023


GFour Productions has announced the cast of leading ladies for the Madison, Wis., production of the international hit show Menopause The Musical, which will play at Overture Center for three performances

Kayla Boye's CALL ME ELIZABETH Will Be Presented At 59E59 Theaters
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2023


'Call Me Elizabeth,' a one-woman show about the early life of Elizabeth Taylor, will be presented July 15-18 by KB Productions at 59E59 Theaters as part of the 2023 East to Edinburgh Festival. Directed by Michael Weber, the critically acclaimed production is written by and stars Kayla Boye.

Natalie Joy Johnson to Present MISS NATALIE'S SUMMERTIME SPECTACULAR at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2023


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Natalie Joy Johnson in “Miss Natalie’s Summertime Spectacular” on Friday, June 30 at 9:30 PM.

Earl Carpenter, Bradley Jaden and More Join THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Italy
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2023


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera will open for the first time in Italy at Teatro Stabile del Friuli Venezia Giulia in Trieste on 4th July 2023. Additional casting has now been announced, including Earl Carpenter as Monsieur Andre and Bradley Jaden as Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny.

Who Will Win at the 2023 Tony Awards?
by Team BWW - Jun 9, 2023


Which Best Musical and Best Play nominees will take home the ultimate prize at the 2023 Tony Awards? We're breaking it down.

Segerstrom Center For The Arts to Present AN EVENING WITH BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 3, 2023


Segerstrom Center for the Arts will present Broadway's Brian Stokes Mitchell for one night only on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 8 pm.

All-Female and Gender-Fluid Cast Set for RICHARD III at New York Classical Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2023


New York Classical Theatre has announced the all-female, gender-fluid, and disability-forward cast for Shakespeare’s Richard III.

Liz McCartney to Present ONE FINE DAY at The Green Room 42 in June and July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2023


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Liz McCartney, the celebrated stage veteran currently appearing in the Broadway revival of Funny Girl, for two performances on Sunday, June 25 at 9:30 PM and Sunday, July 2 at 7:00 PM.

Lady Bunny's DON'T BRING THE KIDS Extended at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2023


THE GREEN ROOM 42 has announced that the Lady Bunny show “Don’t Bring the Kids,” an hour of jokes and demented song parodies from the New York drag legend, has extended its run due to popular demand.

Janine LaManna to Make New York Solo Concert Debut With BLACK & GOLD at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2023


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the New York solo concert debut of beloved Broadway veteran Janine LaManna in “Black & Gold” for two shows on Saturday, June 10 and Monday, June 26, both at 7:00 PM.

Joaquin Romaguera, Original Pirelli in SWEENEY TODD, Has Passed Away
by Blair Ingenthron - May 14, 2023


According to an obituary in the New York Times, Broadway actor and tenor best known as the original Pirelli in Sweeney Todd, passed away on May 9, 2023. 

Flotilla DeBarge to Present A BIG HUNK OF GHETTO at The Green Room 42 in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2023


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present NYC drag royalty Flotilla DeBarge in the special Pride evening “A Big Hunk of Ghetto” on Thursday, June 1 at 7:00 PM.

Other Productions of Sweeney Todd

1979   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1980   West End London Production
West End
1980   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1982   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1982   Regional (UK) Regional Revival
Regional (UK)
1984   Regional (US) Houston Grand Opera Production
Regional (US)
1984   Off-Broadway New York City Opera Production
Off-Broadway
1984   Regional (US) Regional Revival
Regional (US)
1985   London Fringe London Revival
London Fringe
1989   Off-Broadway Off-Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1989   Broadway Broadway Transfer
Broadway
1992   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1993   Regional (UK) Royal National Theatre Production
Regional (UK)
1996   Regional (US) Goodspeed Production
Regional (US)
1996   Regional (UK) London Revival
Regional (UK)
1999   Regional (US) Reprise! Concert
Regional (US)
2000   London Fringe London Concert
London Fringe
2000   Off-Broadway New York Concert
Off-Broadway
2002   Regional (US) Sondheim Festival Production
Regional (US)
2002   Regional (US) Regional Production
Regional (US)
2004   Off-Broadway New York City Opera Production
Off-Broadway
2004   London Fringe London Revival
London Fringe
2004   West End West End Transfer
West End
2005   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2006   UK Tour National Tour
UK Tour
2007   US Tour
US Tour
2012   West End Chichester Festival Theatre Production
West End
2023   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway

Sweeney Todd - 2004 West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2005 Olivier Awards Best Actor in a Musical Paul Hegarty
2005 Olivier Awards Outstanding Musical Production Stephen Sondheim

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