| Sondheim's intricate and impactful lyrics, venturesome melodies and sweeping stage visions made him a central figure in contemporary American musical theater. His primary achievement lies in the works for which he created both music and lyrics, including "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," "Company," "Follies," "A Little Night Music," "Sweeney Todd," "Sunday in the Park With George," "Into the Woods" and "Passion." |
| | | | News Alert | Nov. 26, 5:45 p.m. EST | | | | | Sondheim's intricate and impactful lyrics, venturesome melodies and sweeping stage visions made him a central figure in contemporary American musical theater. His primary achievement lies in the works for which he created both music and lyrics, including "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," "Company," "Follies," "A Little Night Music," "Sweeney Todd," "Sunday in the Park With George," "Into the Woods" and "Passion." | | | | | |
