Sweeney Todd 1979 - Articles Page 5

Ages: 12+
Opened: March 1, 1979
Closing: June 29, 1980

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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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Sierra Stages Announces Its 2020 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2020


In 2020, Sierra Stages presents its 12th season of quality local theater in Grass Valley and Nevada City with three diverse offerings: a?oeBlithe Spirita?? by Noël Coward, a?oeSweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Streeta?? by Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler, and a?oeEscaped Alonea?? by Caryl Churchill.

BWW Review: SWEENEY TODD IL DIABOLICO BARBIERE DI FLEET STREET al Teatro Olimpico
by ETTORE FARRATTINI - Nov 6, 2019


Immaginate per un attimo di prendere la metropolitana e ritrovarvi a Times Square: immaginate di comprare un biglietto per lo spettacolo della sera al botteghino della celebre piazza, di entrare in uno dei tanti teatri di Broadway e di assistere ad una rappresentazione di uno dei più famosi musical di Stephen Sondheim: SWEENEY TODD Il diabolico barbiere di Fleet Street. Solo che non siete a New York, siete a Roma al Teatro Olimpico: anche se il musical è tradotto in italiano, la qualità dello spettacolo andato in scena nel teatro romano non ha nulla da invidiare ad una equivalente produzione americana, o quasi.

BWW Review: SWEENEY TODD at FMCT
by Brian Michaels - Oct 27, 2019


Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre Presents Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.

Photo Flash: First Look at SWEENEY TODD Starring Lea Salonga and Jett Pangan
by Oliver Oliveros - Oct 13, 2019


In cooperation with Atlantis Twenty and ABS-CBN, Atlantis Theatrical presents Tony winner Lea Salonga (Mrs. Lovett) and Jett Pangan (Sweeney Todd) in Sweeney Todd.

Novato Theater Company And Theatre-At-Large Presents SWEENEY TODD
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2019


The Novato Theater Company's second show of its 100th season is Sweeney Todd, a co-production with Theatre-at-Large. This musical thriller, opening on October 25 and running until November 17, is directed by Kim Bromley and Bruce Vieira with musical direction by Judy Wiesen and choreography and movement by Marilyn Izdebski.

VIDEO: Andrew Fernando, Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante Talk SWEENEY TODD
by Oliver Oliveros - Oct 9, 2019


After its premiere at The Theatre at Solaire in Manila, Philippines, Atlantis Theatrical's production of Sweeney Todd will move to The Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore in November and December 2019.

VIDEO: The Cast of Atlantis Theatrical's SWEENEY TODD Meets the Press; Show Opens 11 Oct.
by Oliver Oliveros - Oct 2, 2019


After its premiere at The Theatre at Solaire in Manila, Philippines, Atlantis Theatrical's production of Sweeney Todd will move to The Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore in November and December 2019.

VIDEO: Lea Salonga Sings 'Not While I'm Around' From SWEENEY TODD
by Alan Henry - Oct 2, 2019


The touring production (Philippines, Singapore) of Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, starring Tony winner Lea Salonga and Jett Pangan, will launch in Manila October 11th, 2019. In the video, check out Lea Salonga performing 'Not While I'm Around' at a press preview.

BWW Feature: Tony Nominee Jeff McCarthy to Re-Create Acclaimed Portrayal of SWEENEY TODD In 40th Anniversary Production At Noorda Center
by Blair Howell - Oct 1, 2019


Tony Award nominee Jeff McCarthy will step in to replace previously announced Will Swenson in the title role in Stephen Sondheim's masterpiece musical thriller SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET in a co-production by The Noorda Center for the Performing Arts and Utah Repertory Theater Company onstage at Utah Valley University Oct. 24-Nov. 9.

VIDEO: Gerald Santos Teases 'Johanna' from SWEENEY TODD
by Oliver Oliveros - Sep 25, 2019


The touring production (Philippines, Singapore) of Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, starring Tony winner Lea Salonga and Jett Pangan, featuring Gerald Santos, will launch in Manila, Philippines, 11-27 October 2019.

VIDEO: Lea Salonga, Jett Pangan Preview 'A Little Priest' from SWEENEY TODD
by Oliver Oliveros - Sep 25, 2019


The touring production (Philippines, Singapore) of Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, starring Tony winner Lea Salonga and Jett Pangan, will launch in Manila, Philippines, 11-27 October 2019.

Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre Presents SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2019


Hold on to your heads: Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre (FMCT) is bringing one of Broadway's most thrilling tales to the stage just in time for Halloween.

VIDEO: On This Day, September 15 - Henry Miller's Theater Renamed For Stephen Sondheim
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2019


The renaming of the theatre was dedicated to Stephen Sondheim, the greatest and best known artist in American musical theatre on his 80th birthday. 

VIDEO: Lea Salonga and More in Rehearsal For SWEENEY TODD in the Philippines
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2019


As BroadwayWorld previously announced, Lea Salonga will take on the role of Mrs. Lovett in Stephen Sondheim's classic musical SWEENEY TODD in the Philippines. The show culminates Atlantis' 20th Anniversary Season in 2019. She stars opposite Jett Pangan in the title role.

Atlantis Announces Full Cast, Creative Team for SWEENEY TODD; Show Opens Oct. 11
by Oliver Oliveros - Aug 29, 2019


Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group is thrilled to announce its full cast and creatives for SWEENEY TODD, its final musical offering for its 20th-anniversary season. It was previously announced that Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga and rock icon Jett Pangan would lead the cast as Mrs. Lovett and Sweeney Todd, respectively. They will be joined by Ima Castro as the Beggar Woman, Andrew Fernando as Judge Turpin, Gerald Santos as Anthony Hope, and Nyoy Volante as Adolfo Pirelli.

Check Out An All New Photo of Lea Salonga, Jett Pangan, and Nyoy Volante in SWEENEY TODD!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2019


As BroadwayWorld previously announced, Lea Salonga will take on the role of Mrs. Lovett in Stephen Sondheim's classic musical SWEENEY TODD in the Philippines. The show culminates Atlantis' 20th Anniversary Season in 2019. She stars opposite Jett Pangan in the title role.

Nyoy Volante Plays Signor Pirelli in SWEENEY TODD; Show Opens Oct. 11
by Oliver Oliveros - Aug 13, 2019


Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group is thrilled to announce that singer-songwriter and acclaimed musical theater performer Nyoy Volante joins the cast of SWEENEY TODD as Signor Adolfo Pirelli, the rival barber of Mr.Todd. He joins Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga, rock icon Jett Pangan, Ima Castro, Andrew Fernando, and Gerald Santos in the illustrious cast of the highly-anticipated musical thriller.

All Broadway Theatres to Dim Lights for Hal Prince
by Julie Musbach - Jul 31, 2019


The Broadway community mourns the loss of prolific producer, director, writer, and the individual recipient of the most Tony Awards in multiple categories in history, Harold Prince, who passed away on July 31, 2019 at age 91. To commemorate his life and work, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of Broadway theatres in New York for one minute on Wednesday, July 31 at exactly 7:45pm.

Hal Prince, Legendary Broadway Producer and Director, Passes Away at 91
by Alan Henry - Jul 31, 2019


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of legendary Broadway director and producer Hal Prince at 91 years of age after a brief illness, in Reykjavik, Iceland.

Photo Flash: First Look at Lea Salonga and Jett Pangan in SWEENEY TODD in the Philippines
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2019


As BroadwayWorld previously announced, Lea Salonga will take on the role of Mrs. Lovett in Stephen Sondheim's classic musical SWEENEY TODD, which culminates Atlantis' 20th Anniversary Season in 2019. She stars opposite Jett Pangan in the title role.

Rajo Laurel to Design Costumes For SWEENEY TODD; Show Opens Oct. 11
by Oliver Oliveros - Jul 23, 2019


Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary, is thrilled to announce that Rajo Laurel will be designing the costumes for its highly anticipated staging of SWEENEY TODD starring Lea Salonga and Jett Pangan.

Gerald Santos Has Been Cast as Anthony in SWEENEY TODD
by Oliver Oliveros - Jul 9, 2019


Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary, is thrilled to announce that Gerald Santos joins the cast of the company's highly-anticipated staging of SWEENEY TODD starring Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga and Jett Pangan.

Tony Winner David Gallo To Design the Set of SWEENEY TODD; Show Opens 10/11
by Oliver Oliveros - Jul 3, 2019


Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary, is thrilled to announce that Tony Award-winning set designer David Gallo will return to Manila to design sets for the company's highly-anticipated staging of SWEENEY TODD, starring Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga and Jett Pangan.

The Barn Theatre Presents SWEENEY TODD
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2019


The Barn Theatre Presents SWEENEY TODD this July! The story of the demon barber of Fleet Street is a dark, witty and Tony Award-winning musical tale of love, murder and revenge. Playing July 2 - 14.

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 - 1979 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1979 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Stephen Sondheim
1979 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Hugh Wheeler
1979 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Hugh Wheeler
1979 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Franne Lee
1979 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Harold Prince
1979 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design Ken Billington
1979 Tony Awards Best Musical Richard Barr
1979 Tony Awards Best Musical Charles Woodward
1979 Tony Awards Best Musical Robert Fryer
1979 Tony Awards Best Musical Mary Lea Johnson
1979 Tony Awards Best Musical Martin Richards
1979 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Stephen Sondheim
1979 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Len Cariou
1979 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Angela Lansbury
1979 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Eugene Lee

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