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STEPHEN SONDHEIM

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As a young man, the "wunderkind" Sondheim.

 

Brilliant composer and lyricist of Broadway and film, Stephen Sondheim has died at age 91.

 

His credits are never ending, but a few highlights:

 

West Side Story

Gypsy

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum

Follies

Pacific Overtures

Sweeney Todd

Sunday in the Park with George

 

I always think of "A Little Night Music".   His lyrics always so on point, often surprising.  One of the greats-- impossible to overestimate his influence on the theater!

 

A great talent.  RIP.

 

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Among the best in the business, Sondheim's songs will live on for generations to come!  He certainly leaves quite a legacy behind in the entertainment world .  Rest in peace Stephen Sondheim, what a wonderful career and contribution to music,

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The lights on Broadway will not shine as bright in his absence.

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Just saw they are making a new West Side Story. I hope it does justice to his work.

 

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Don't forget "Into the Woods" one of my favorites. He was very talented and lived a full life.

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A genius.  He's in that pantheon along with Cole Porter, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Lerner & Loewe and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

 

May his memory be eternal! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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What a Talent!

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Re: STEPHEN SONDHEIM

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We will be missed! Such a genious.  part of our AmerIcana.

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Absolutely loved Sondheim - gave so much pleasure - a great talent sorely missed.