Sondheim's Sweeney Todd

[Mahlon]

Have any of you ever heard Sweeney Todd? I just saw the movie reproduction of it which it I thought was unbelievable. Not only is the cinematography horrifyingly beautiful, I think the music is ingenious, any thoughts on Sondheim and his music? I just discovered him through Sweeney Todd, and I think atleast this play is unbelievable. I love the mixture of the dark harmonies in the orchestration with the melodious vocals, it makes for such a remarkable contrast. Not to mention the lyrics, they are so poetic and clever, and really attention grabbing.

favorite scene from the show,

pretty women, plus his epiphany

Don't miss the wistling haha its cooooool

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYll8NMrlYg

Final Scene

SPOILER WARNING, also very gory, so be prepared

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2DeK6YNe6Q, ends early.. this has the last seconds in full http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AshKtMhSHj8&feature=related

 

[methodistgirl]

I have one word for it. Wow!
judy tooley

 

[Contratrombone64]

Mahlon - it's a good musical, seen it live once only (that was enough). I still havn't seen any of the Lloyd Webber ones (not a fan of his music at all and don't want to prop up his bank account by paying him royalties).