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Stephen Sondheim, lyricist and composer, 1930-2021

6 mins | Dec 1, 2021
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Celebrating the life of the musical theatre genius. He was a determined innovator that often had to wait for the world to catch up with his mastery of musical theatre. In this thoughtful obituary, Ludovic Hunter-Tilney explores Stephen Sondheim's achievements, a leading figure of theatre's modern form, celebrated for his works' sophistication, intelligence, and depth.

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