Stepping into the world of Into the Woods, the musical by James Lapin with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, is like entering a twisted fairy tale mashup. The story follows characters familiar from childhood bedtime stories - Cinderella, Jack (of beanstalk fame), Little Red Riding Hood, and a childless Baker and his Wife - all venturing into the woods to fulfill their deepest desires. However, this isn't your typical happily-ever-after journey. As the characters cross paths and their wishes intertwine, they face unforeseen consequences, moral dilemmas, and the true cost of their choices. Into the Woods is a darkly humorous and thought-provoking exploration of ambition, family, and the complexities of getting what you wish for.
Year | Category | |
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1988 | Best Musical | |
2002 | Best Revival of a Musical | Winner |
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The Recursion of a Moth
Boston Playwrights' Theatre (2/27 - 3/9) | |
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The Fig Tree, and The Phoenix, and The Desire to Be Reborn
Boston Playwrights' Theatre (2/20 - 3/9) | |
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Ada and the Engine
Castle Hill Productions (2/27 - 3/9) | |
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From Darkness to LIght
The Church of the Covenant (3/9 - 3/9) | |
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Where We Belong
The Umbrella Arts Center (2/28 - 3/23) | |
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runboyrun
Huntington Theatre (3/14 - 3/14) | |
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Rendezvous with Rachel Revere™
Library Foundation of Needham (4/10 - 4/10) | |
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Champlain Trio
52 Sumner (5/18 - 5/18) | |
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Shucked
Boston Opera House (4/8 - 4/20) | |
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The Great Reveal
Lyric Stage Boston (4/4 - 4/27) | |
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