Sweeney Todd, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler, is a musical thriller set in Victorian London that follows the infamous barber of Fleet Street as his quest for justice spirals into tragedy and mayhem. The production features signature numbers including "The Ballad of Sweeney Todd," "Johanna," "Epiphany," and "A Little Priest." Presented by The Actors Studio of New Jersey as part of its 2026 mainstage season at the Dunellen Theatre, this production is supported in part by the NJEDA's A.R.T. - Phase II Grant Program.
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Tony Awards and Nominations for Sweeney Todd
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Best Musical | Winner |
| 1990 | Best Revival | |
| 2006 | Best Revival of a Musical |
Cast and Creative Team for Sweeney Todd at Dunellen Theatre
Creative Team
Jeff Richmond
Music
Nell Benjamin
Lyrics
Hugh Wheeler
Book
Stephen Sondheim
Composer
Jon Hartmere
Book
Tina Fey
Book
Rob Rokicki
Music and Lyrics
Joe Tracz
Book
Chris D'Arienzo
Composer
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