Stephen Sondheim
Composer of Broadway musicals like Sweeney Todd
Born
March 22nd, 1930
95 years ago
Died
November 26th, 2021
3 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent American composer and lyricist, major contributions to musical theatre included innovative works that reshaped the genre. Collaborated with various artists and musicians, blending complex narratives with sophisticated scores. Renowned for mentorship of younger composers and contribution to the art form's evolution. Received multiple prestigious awards, including Tony Awards and a Pulitzer Prize, highlighting significant achievements in Broadway history.
Composed the musical Sweeney Todd
Wrote lyrics for West Side Story
Co-created the musical Into the Woods
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