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entertainment1 year ago

Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster Make Broadway Debut in Sweeney Todd

Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster made their debut in the Tony-nominated revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Their limited 12-week engagement will conclude on May 5, 2024. The musical, featuring Stephen Sondheim's score and directed by Thomas Kail, opened on Broadway in 2023 with the original orchestration. Sweeney Todd tells the tale of a vengeful barber and a resourceful pie shop owner wreaking havoc on Fleet Street.

via BroadwayWorld|
#aaron-tveit#broadway#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster Set to Take Over Broadway's 'Sweeney Todd'

Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster are set to star in the Broadway revival of "Sweeney Todd" as the Demon Barber and Mrs. Lovett, respectively. They will replace Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford, beginning performances on Feb. 9, 2024, and leaving the show 12 weeks later. Directed by Thomas Kail, the revival has been well-received and attended, winning two Tony Awards. "Sweeney Todd" tells the story of a vengeful barber and a pie shop owner, and has had multiple revivals since its original Broadway run in 1979. Tveit and Foster have extensive Broadway and screen credits, with Tveit recently winning a Tony for his role in "Moulin Rouge: The Musical" and Foster starring in the popular sitcom "Younger."

via Variety|
#aaron-tveit#broadway#entertainment
obituary2 years ago

Iconic 'SNL' and Broadway costume designer Franne Lee passes away at 81

Franne Lee, the Tony Award-winning costume designer known for her work on Saturday Night Live and Broadway productions like Sweeney Todd, has passed away at the age of 81. Lee's creativity and resourcefulness were evident in her designs for SNL, where she worked with a small budget and often relied on thrift store finds. She helped create iconic characters such as the Coneheads and Roseanne Roseannadanna. Lee collaborated closely with set designer Eugene Lee, her life partner, and together they won Tony Awards for their work on Candide and Sweeney Todd. Lee's daughter recalls her love for creating costumes out of "found pieces" and her constant search for creative solutions, even with bigger budgets.

via NPR|
#costume-designer#franne-lee#obituary
entertainment2 years ago

Helena Bonham Carter's Divorce Ultimatum: Choose Me or Johnny Depp's $153M Movie

Helena Bonham Carter revealed that she wanted the role of Mrs. Lovett in the film Sweeney Todd so badly that she would have divorced Tim Burton if she hadn't been cast. Despite being Burton's partner and muse, Carter auditioned for the role and won over the casting director. The actress has appeared in seven of Burton's films and is his second favorite actress after Johnny Depp.

via Startefacts|
#casting#divorce#entertainment
arts2 years ago

Annaleigh Ashford shines in Broadway's 'Sweeney Todd'

Annaleigh Ashford, a Tony-nominated actress, discusses her portrayal of Mrs. Lovett in the Broadway revival of "Sweeney Todd." Ashford describes the role as one of the best parts ever written in American musical theater and credits composer Stephen Sondheim for giving her clues to unlock the character's motivation. Ashford's portrayal of Mrs. Lovett has earned her critical acclaim and showcases her range as an actress, from giddy to wounded.

via The New York Times|
#annaleigh-ashford#arts#broadway
entertainment2 years ago

"SWEENEY TODD Broadway Revival Receives Rave Reviews and Star-Studded Opening Night"

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, starring Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford, opened on Broadway with direction by Thomas Kail. Original Sweeney, Len Cariou, and Lin-Manuel Miranda were among the attendees. The show's original stars, Len Cariou and Victoy Garber, also came out to celebrate the occasion. Lin-Manuel Miranda was in attendance to support his pals director Thomas Kail and orchestrator Alex Lacamoire, on their exciting new production.

via Broadway World|
#annaleigh-ashford#broadway#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"Sweeney Todd" Cast Serves Up Deliciously Thrilling Performances on Broadway

The new Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd has opened to critical acclaim, with a star-studded cast led by Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford. The production is the first Broadway revival to feature Jonathan Tunick's original orchestration since the 1979 original. The cast and creative team paid tribute to the late Stephen Sondheim, who wrote the music and lyrics for the show, and spoke about the show's relevance in today's world. On the red carpet, Playbill asked the cast what they would taste like as meat pies, drawing from the show's famous song "A Little Priest."

via Playbill|
#broadway#entertainment#musical
entertainment2 years ago

Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford shine in Broadway's 'Sweeney Todd' revival.

The Broadway revival of "Sweeney Todd" is a sumptuous and thrilling production directed by Thomas Kail and starring Josh Groban as the bloodthirsty barber seeking revenge on the nefarious Judge Turpin. Annaleigh Ashford steals the show as the deranged Mrs. Lovett, and the production's scale is jaw-dropping, with a multitiered factory crane as the centerpiece of the scenic design. The orchestra gives Stephen Sondheim's unforgettable score the richness it deserves, and the final moments of the show remind audiences of the exhilaration of live theater.

via USA TODAY|
#annaleigh-ashford#broadway#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford Shine in Broadway's 'Sweeney Todd'

The Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, directed by Thomas Kail and starring Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford, is a prodigious theatrical event that aims for greatness and achieves it. The flawless 25-member cast, led by Groban and Ashford, makes the case that Sweeney just might be Sondheim’s greatest work. The set design, costumes, lighting, and sound design are impeccable, and the musical numbers rank among Sondheim’s greatest. The large cast is without a weak link, and the production is as particular as it is sweeping, and as captivating in sight as it is magnificent in sound.

via Deadline|
#annaleigh-ashford#broadway#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"Sweeney Todd" Revival with Josh Groban: New Tickets Available Now!

Josh Groban takes on the role of Sweeney Todd in the Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's iconic musical, alongside co-star Annaleigh Ashford as Mrs. Lovett. Groban even took barber lessons to perfect his shaving skills for the role. The original 1979 production won eight Tonys and the new revival is directed by Thomas Kail, who also directed "Hamilton." The production went ahead despite Sondheim's passing, to honor him.

via CBS News|
#annaleigh-ashford#broadway#entertainment