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Run Time:
2 hours and 45 minutes including one 15 minute intermission
Ages: 12+
Opened: March 26, 2023
Closing: May 05, 2024

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Tony Award® winner Aaron Tveit stars in the title role with Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as Mrs. Lovett through May 5 only. Directed by Tony Award winner Thomas Kail (Hamilton) and choreographed by Olivier Award winner Steven Hoggett (Once, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street has been hailed as a New York Times Critic’s Pick, “a triumphant, must-see production” (Chicago Tribune), and “a riveting revival with big laughs, serious scares, and a thunderous 26-piece orchestra” (Entertainment Weekly).


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Video: SWEENEY TODD's Nicholas Christopher Spills the Tea on the Hit Revival
by Survival Jobs - July 23, 2023


In this video, Survival Jobs welcomes Nicholas Christopher, who is currently portraying the roles of ‘Pirelli' and the ‘Sweeney Todd’ understudy in the Broadway revival of “Sweeney Todd”, currently playing at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Christopher shares his behind the scenes of what it was like performing  the titular role with less than three hours notice, why the iconic show continues to resonate with audiences through the years and working alongside his big brother Jonathan Christopher in the same company! 

SWEENEY TODD-Inspired Series Now Streaming on Prime Video With New Cyndi Lauper Song
by Michael Major - July 7, 2023


Based on the hit Spotify podcast series of the same name The Horror of Dolores Roach is a contemporary Sweeney Todd-inspired urban legend of love, betrayal, weed, cannibalism and survival of the fittest. The series was also executive produced by Daphne Rubin-Vega. Cyndi Lauper's new song for the series 'Oh, Dolores' is out now.

Listen: Gaten Matarazzo and the Cast of SWEENEY TODD Perform 'Not While I'm Around'
by Stephi Wild - July 7, 2023


A new song has been released from the forthcoming cast album for the acclaimed Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Listen as Gatan Matarazzo and the cast perform 'Not While I'm Around'!

Video: Watch Alex Lacamoire Break Down SWEENEY TODD Orchestrations During Sitzprobe
by Blair Ingenthron - June 25, 2023


Watch Sweeney Todd music supervisor Alex Lacamoire break down the 'Kiss Me' orchestrations! The video was posted by cast member Jonathan Christopher in honor of Lacamoire's final performance as the show's conductor.

Listen: 'Epiphany' From the Upcoming Cast Recording of SWEENEY TODD
by Stephi Wild - June 16, 2023


A new song has been released from the forthcoming cast album for the acclaimed Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The album will be available later this year. After releasing the show's opening number, 'The Ballad of Sweeney Todd', as well as 'My Friends', the show has now released 'Epiphany'.

Daniel Yearwood to Succeed Jordan Fisher as 'Anthony' in SWEENEY TODD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 14, 2023


Daniel Yearwood will be taking over the role of Anthony in Sweeney Todd on Broadway on June 21st. Learn how to purchase tickets to Sweeney Todd!

Video: Nevin Steinberg Celebrates Tony Win for 'Best Sound Design of a Musical'
by Richard Ridge - June 13, 2023


On Sunday night at the 76th Annual Tony Awards, Nevin Steinberg took home a Tony Award for 'Best Sound Design of a Musical' for his outstanding work on Sweeney Todd (currently running at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre). After leaving the stage at the United Palace, Nevin checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!

Video: Natasha Katz Celebrates Tony Win for 'Best Lighting Design of a Musical'
by Richard Ridge - June 13, 2023


On Sunday night at the 76th Annual Tony Awards, Natasha Katz took home a Tony Award for 'Best Lighting Design of a Musical' for her outstanding work on Sweeney Todd (currently running at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre). After leaving the stage at the United Palace, Natasha checked it with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share her initial reaction!

Kieran Culkin's Dream Role Is Mrs. Lovett in SWEENEY TODD
by Michael Major - June 13, 2023


Kieran Culkin has revealed that his dream acting role is to star in Sweeney Todd, but not in the role you might think! The Succession star recently revealed that he would love to play Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney Todd.

Jordan Fisher to Depart SWEENEY TODD This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 6, 2023


Jordan Fisher will be taking his final bow as Anthony in Sweeney Todd on June 18th. 

Ruthie Ann Miles Out of SWEENEY TODD Due to Covid
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2023


Ruthie Ann Miles has revealed via an Instagram story that she has Covid, and will be out of Sweeney Todd for a week. 

Video: Josh Groban Is Full of Joy Over His Tony Nomination
by Richard Ridge - June 2, 2023


In this video, watch as Tony nominee Josh Groban chats more about the importance of Sweeney Todd, why this role was so important to him, and so much more.

SWEENEY TODD Will Embark on Tour in 2025
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023


The Tony Award-nominated revival of Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s landmark musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street will launch a national tour in late winter / early spring of 2025. Find out more about the production here!

Video: Ruthie Ann Miles Was Afraid that Audiences Just Didn't 'Get' Her Character
by Richard Ridge - May 29, 2023


In this video, watch as Tony nominee watch as Ruthie Ann Miles chats more about coming home to Broadway in Sweeney Todd, why this role was so important to her, and so much more.

Listen: 'My Friends' From the Upcoming Cast Recording of SWEENEY TODD
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2023


A new song has been released from the forthcoming cast album for the acclaimed Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The album will be available later this year.

Photos: Julie Andrews and H.E.R. Visit SWEENEY TODD on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 24, 2023


See photos of Julie Andrews and H.E.R. visiting Sweeney Todd on Broadway.

Video: Annaleigh Ashford is Gobsmacked to Star in Her (Other) Favorite Sondheim Show
by Richard Ridge - May 24, 2023


In this video, watch as Tony nominee Annaleigh Ashford chats more about coming home to Broadway in Sweeney Todd, why this role was so important to her, and so much more.

Listen: The Cast of SWEENEY TODD Performs 'The Ballad of Sweeney Todd'
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2023


A new cast album will be released for the acclaimed Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd. Ahead of the album's release, you can now listen to a sneak peek of the cast performing the show's opening number, The Balld of Sweeney Todd. Check out the full song here!

Read the Lyrics for HAMILTODD from the HAMILTON/SWEENEY TODD Ham4Ham Event
by Blair Ingenthron - May 6, 2023


Lin Manuel Miranda has posted the lyrics to HamilTodd from the Hamilton/Sweeney Todd Ham4Ham event on Friday, May 6th. 

Sweeney Todd FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does Sweeney Todd on Broadway have a daily lottery?

Digital Lottery:

Price: $30
Where:  https://lottery.broadwaydirect.com/show/sweeney-todd-ny/
When:  Lottery entries for each performance will be accepted starting 9AM the day prior to the performance until 3PM the day prior to the performance.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Tickets are subject to availability. 

How long has Sweeney Todd been running on Broadway?
Sweeney Todd opened at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (Broadway) on Sunday Mar 26, 2023 and has now been running for 1 year.
What are the songs in Sweeney Todd and what's the order?
Prelude
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd [i]
No Place Like London
The Barber and His Wife
The Worst Pies in London
Poor Thing
My Friends
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd [ii]
Green Finch and Linnet Bird
Ah, Miss!
Johanna I
Pirelli's Miracle Elixir
The Contest
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd [iv]
Wait
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd [v]
Kiss Me!
Ladies in Their Sensitivities
Pretty Women
Epiphany
A Little Priest
God, That's Good!
Johanna III
By the Sea
Wigmaker Sequence
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd [vi]
The Letter
Not While I'm Around
Parlor Songs
City on Fire!
Final Sequence
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd [vii]
Johanna II
The Ballad Of Sweeney Todd
No Place Like London
The Worst Pies In London
Poor Thing
My Friends
Green Finch And Linnet Bird
Ah, Miss
Johanna
Pirelli's Miracle Elixir/The Contest
Wait
Kiss Me
Ladies In Their Sensitivites
Pretty Women
Epiphany
A Little Priest
God, That's Good!
By The Sea
Not While I'm Around
Parlor Songs
City On Fire
Searching
Final Sequence
How do I get Rush Tickets for Sweeney Todd on Broadway?

General Rush:

Price: $49
Where: Lunt-Fontanne box office
When: Rush tickets are available at the box office on the day of the show when the box office opens.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Subject to availability.

How do I get Standing Room Only for Sweeney Todd on Broadway?

Standing Room Tickets:

Price: $40
Where: Lunt-Fontanne Box Office
Limit: Two per customer
Restrictions:  Available day of performance only when the performance is sold out.

Sweeney Todd History

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 - 2023 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2023 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Revival of a Musical Sweeney Todd
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Direction of a Musical Thomas Kail
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical Annaleigh Ashford
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design of a Musical Natasha Katz
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical Sweeney Todd
2023 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Annaleigh Ashford
2023 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Josh Groban
2023 Drama League Awards Outstanding Direction of a Musical Thomas Kail
2023 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) Natasha Katz
2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Scenic Design (Play or Musical) Mimi Lien
2023 Tony Awards Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Josh Groban
2023 Tony Awards Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Annaleigh Ashford
2023 Tony Awards Best Choreography Steven Hoggett
2023 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Natasha Katz
2023 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Ruthie Ann Miles
2023 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Sweeney Todd
2023 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Mimi Lien
2023 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Nevin Steinberg

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