Set amongst London's seedy side streets and laced with Sondheim's characteristically brilliant wit and dark humour, the musical depicts Sweeney Todd's savage quest for justice and retribution after years of false imprisonment. Aided and abetted by the pie-shop owner, Mrs Lovett, he sets out to avenge the wrongs done to him and his family.
Combining a brutal sensibility with elements of English music hall, the production offers a fascinating portrait of a man driven to madness by injustice.
Valda Aviks, who has an extensive theatre career including roles in "Sweeney Todd" at Leicester, has also appeared in notable productions such as "Les Miserables" at the Palace Theatre and "Cats" at the New London Theatre. more...
Michael Ball, who previously captivated audiences as Sweeney Todd in the Adelphi Theatre's production of Sondheim's classic, continues to shine in his illustrious career, having recently led the all-star concert engagement of Les Misérables and gearing up for a return to Hairspray at the London Coliseum. more...
Lucy May Barker, who won the BWW Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role as 'Johanna' in SWEENEY TODD at the Chichester Festival Theatre and West End, has an impressive array of theatre credits including her West End debut in SPRING AWAKENING and recent performances in OKLAHOMA!. more...
Will Barratt, who trained at the Royal Academy of Music, previously showcased his talents in the role of Sweeney Todd at Chichester. more...
Josie Benson, known for her performances in Mamma Mia and The Phantom of the Opera, brought her extensive stage experience to the cast of Sweeney Todd, showcasing her versatile talent in this iconic production. more...
John Bowe, who portrayed Judge Turpin in the Chichester production of Sweeney Todd, has an extensive theatre background, including notable performances with the Royal Shakespeare Company and in productions such as Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Terms of Endearment. more...
Luke Brady, who played Anthony in past productions of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street at both the Adelphi Theatre and Chichester Festival Theatre, is a RADA-trained actor with a diverse range of theatre, television, and film credits. more...
Emily Bull, who has previously captivated audiences as Cosette in Les Misérables at The Queens Theatre and as Belle in Beauty and the Beast at Mercury Theatre, brought her extensive experience and versatile talent to the stage in Sweeney Todd. more...
Robert Burt, a distinguished opera singer with an impressive international career, showcased his versatility as an actor by playing Pirelli in the Chichester Festival's production of Sweeney Todd. more...
John Coates, a Guildford School of Acting alumnus, showcased his versatility in theater with roles such as Bissett The Butcher in "Scrooge" and the Bookseller in "Beauty And The Beast," and he also brought his talents to the concert stage in "Sondheim Tonight" at the Barbican. more...
Daniel Graham, a graduate of the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, previously showcased his talent in roles such as Christian in Festen and Edgar in King Lear. more...
Gillian Kirkpatrick showcased her versatility by playing the Beggar Woman in multiple productions of Sweeney Todd, including at the Chichester Festival Theatre and with Opera North. more...
Robine Landi showcased her versatility as a performer with her role in the ensemble of "Sweeney Todd" at the Chichester Festival Theatre. more...
James McConville, who trained at The BRIT School and Bird College, previously showcased his musical talents by composing the score for the 2008 musical Rebels & Retail at Trafalgar Studios 2. more...
Tim Morgan, who trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, previously portrayed Fogg in the Holland Park production of Sweeney Todd. more...
Aoife Nally, who has an extensive theatre background including roles in productions like Evita at the Adelphi and Jerry Springer-The Opera at the Cambridge, was part of the original West End company of Imagine This at the New London Theatre. more...
Adam Pearce, who previously showcased his versatility by performing as an ensemble member and understudying Judge Turpin in *Sweeney Todd* at The Adelphi Theatre and Chichester Festival Theatre, has an impressive array of theatre credits to his name. more...
Peter Polycarpou, known for his versatile roles such as Thenardier in Les Miserables for the Royal Shakespeare Company and the title role in The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty's Theatre, brought his extensive theatrical experience to the cast of Sweeney Todd. more...
Wendy Somerville showcased her versatility at the Chichester Festival, where she was part of the ensemble and covered the roles of Mrs. Lovett and the Beggar Woman in a past production of *Sweeney Todd*. more...
Imelda Staunton, an acclaimed stage and screen actress, won an Olivier Award for her notable performance as Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney Todd. more...
Simeon Truby, a graduate of the Welsh College of Music and Drama, has an extensive theatre background, including a notable performance in "Sweeney Todd" at the Adelphi Theatre. more...
Annabelle Williams, an Olivier Award-winning actress known for her role in Jerry Springer The Opera, brings her extensive experience from productions like Caroline or Change and Porgy and Bess to the cast of Sweeney Todd. more...
Production Team
Jonathan Tunick Orchestrator
Paul Groothuis Sound Designer
Mark Henderson Lighting Designer
Jonathan Kent Director
Denni Sayers Choreographer
Nicholas Skilbeck Musical Director
Anthony Ward Scenic Designer
Sweeney Todd FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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
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