Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street at Washington Center for the Performing Arts

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, a co-production of Harlequin Productions and the Olympia Symphony Orchestra with members of the Masterworks Choral Ensemble, runs one weekend only at the Washington Center, October 11-13, 2024. Book by Hugh Wheeler, music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, based on an adaptation by Christopher Bond. Directed by Aaron Lamb, conducted by Alexandra Arrieche, Masterworks music direction by Ben Luedcke.

Attend the dark, witty, and Tony Award-winning tale of love, murder, and revenge set against the backdrop of 19th-century London. A bloody, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tonys, (including Best Musical), for its Broadway premiere, Stephen Sondheim’s and Hugh Wheeler’s tasty, thrilling, theatrical treat has simultaneously shocked, awed, and delighted audiences worldwide. This musical thriller must be heard with a full orchestra, organ, and choir!