In 1846, Anthony Hope sails into London with the mysterious Sweeney Todd, a once-naive barber whose life and marriage was uprooted by a corrupt justice system. Todd confides in Nellie Lovett, the owner of a local meat pie shop, and the two become partners, as Todd swears revenge on those that have wronged him and decides to take up his old profession.
Acting
LuPone and Hearn's 'A Little Priest' is masterclass
Score
Sondheim's score played by full symphony, unhinged perfection
Director
Lonny Price
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This concert was filmed at San Francisco's Davies Symphony Hall with the San Francisco Symphony, making it one of the rare instances of a full professional orchestra accompanying a staged Sondheim musical.
George Hearn originated the role of Sweeney on Broadway in 1980, making this his iconic return 21 years later—his age and gravel in 'Epiphany' carries decades of accumulated rage.
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