He brought us Into The Woods, Company, Sweeney Todd, A Little Night Music, Sunday in the Park with George, A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum, West Side Story and Gypsy (to name a few). By writing songs that reflect the complexity of his characters, he has changed the way we define a great musical. But even though millions of fans know his songs by heart, few know much about Stephen Sondheim himself. Until now. Roundabout presents Sondheim On Sondheim, an intimate portrait of the famed composer in his own words... and music. Through the use of exclusive interview footage, you'll get an inside look at Sondheim's personal life and artistic process. An ensemble cast of Broadway's best will perform brand-new arrangements of over two dozen Sondheim tunes, ranging from the beloved to the obscure. Directed by frequent Sondheim collaborator James Lapine, this unique experience will take you inside the life and mind of an ordinary New Yorker... with an extraordinary talent.
Barbara Cook, celebrated for her vocal agility and emotive interpretations, was widely recognized as one of the premier interpreters of Stephen Sondheim's songs, making her participation in Sondheim on Sondheim a fitting tribute to her illustrious career. more...
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Kyle Harris, a versatile New York-based actor, showcased his talents on Broadway in Sondheim on Sondheim, and has an impressive array of stage and screen credits, including starring roles in the world premieres of Little Dancer and A Room With a View. more...
Leslie Kritzer, who brought her dynamic presence to Broadway in "Sondheim on Sondheim," has an extensive theater resume including acclaimed performances in "Legally Blonde" and "A Catered Affair," as well as notable TV appearances on "Difficult People" and "Law and Order SVU." more...
Norm Lewis, who has an extensive career on Broadway, including his role in Sondheim on Sondheim, has also made history as the first African American Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway. more...
After captivating audiences as Glinda in Wicked, Erin Mackey brought her talents to the Broadway stage in Sondheim on Sondheim, which ran at Studio 54 from March 19 to June 27, 2010. more...
Euan Morton, who brought his exceptional talents to the role of Boy George in Taboo, showcased his versatility in Sondheim on Sondheim, adding to his impressive list of stage credits that include a Tony-nominated Broadway debut and a 2006 Obie Award. more...
Matthew Scott, a Carnegie Mellon School of Drama graduate, starred in Sondheim on Sondheim opposite Barbara Cook and Vanessa Williams, showcasing his versatility alongside Broadway legends. more...
Vanessa Williams, who overcame early career challenges to achieve success as a singer and actress, brought her remarkable talent to the stage in Sondheim on Sondheim. more...
Awards and Nominations
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Barbara Coo was nominated but did not win.
2010 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Barbara Cook was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
John Barrett Hair Designer
Ken Billington Lighting Designer
Beowulf Boritt Scenic Designer
Peter Flaherty Video and Projection Designer
Susan Hilferty Costume Designer
Dan Knechtges Choreographer
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James Lapine Director
David Loud Musical Director
Dan Moses Schreier Sound Designer
Michael Starobin Orchestrator
Tom Watson Wig Designer
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