Stephen Sondheim was een centrale figuur in het Amerikaanse musicaltheater, geroemd om zijn intellectuele diepgang en grensverleggende benadering van compositie en tekstdichtkunst. Zijn werken duiken in de complexiteit van menselijke relaties en de duistere kanten van de psyche, waarbij hij ingewikkelde muzikale structuren en verfijnde lyrische woordspelingen gebruikt. Sondheim verlegde consequent de grenzen van zijn genre en liet een onuitwisbare indruk achter in de dramatische kunsten. Zijn nalatenschap wordt gekenmerkt door een unieke mix van artistieke innovatie, diepe emotionele resonantie en blijvende literaire waarde.
A new edition of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Company. Published alongside the acclaimed West End revival in 2018, conceived and directed by award-winning director Marianne Elliott, that reimagines the classic musical by switching the gender of several characters, including the protagonist Bobbie.
This hardcover collection showcases the most iconic and cherished lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, highlighting his mastery of musical storytelling. It captures the essence of his work, celebrating the emotional depth and intricate wordplay that have made his songs timeless. Ideal for fans of musical theatre and poetry alike, this selection emphasizes Sondheim's unique ability to convey complex themes through captivating lyrics.
Collected Lyrics (1954-1981) with Attendant Comments, Principles, Heresies, Grudges, Whines and Anecdotes
Celebrated for his extensive contributions to musical theater, Stephen Sondheim offers a personal glimpse into his life and work in this collection of his lyrics. Titled after his autobiographical song, the book features not only his acclaimed lyrics but also insights into his creative process and the remarkable productions he has shaped over a career spanning more than fifty years. With numerous prestigious awards to his name, Sondheim's reflections provide a unique perspective on his influence in both theater and popular culture.
As he did in the acclaimed Finishing the Hat, Sondheim richly annotates his lyrics with personal and theatre history, discussions of his collaborations, and exacting, charming dissections of his work - both the successes and the failures.
(Piano Solo Songbook). Intermediate piano solo arrangements of ten songs from this Bernstein/Sondheim masterpiece: America * Cha-Cha from the Dance at the Gym * Cool * I Feel Pretty * I Have a Love * Maria * One Hand, One Heart * Something's Coming * Somewhere * Tonight.
Blending familiar fairy tales with an original narrative, the story follows a childless baker and his wife as they embark on a journey to fulfill their wishes. This newly edited edition features updated music engravings, additional songs, and insightful articles and photos, enhancing the enchanting experience of the intertwining tales.
The musical tale of a domineering stage mother's inadvertent creation of a burlesque stripper, now available in paperback for the first time.
A musical boasting such numbers as Send in the Clowns.
(Vocal Score). This edition has been prepared, following the wishes of Stephen Sondheim, from the final, revised composer's score.
The legendary New York musical. Published alongside the 2017 National Theatre production