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Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends
When Stephen Sondheim died aged 91, something special died with him. A theatre legend, the great man is being celebrated with a concert production playing at the Gielgud Theatre from 16th September 2023 to 6th January 2024. It’s great news for the thousands of people who missed out on tickets for the sell-out one night performance in May 2022. This show is stacked with beautiful show tunes, performed by a cast of glittering Broadway and West End luminaries, and Cameron Macintosh, the director, sits at the heart of everything.
The cast and creative team are impressive. The Broadway stars Bernadette Peters, who is making her West End debut, along with Lea Salonga, star, joined by Haydn Gwynne, Damian Humbley, Bradley Jaden, Gavin Lee and Jason Pennycooke, Harry Apps, Bella Brown and Monique Young, Christine Allado, Janie Dee, Bonnie Langford, Joanna Riding, Jeremy Secomb, Jac Yarrow, Marley Fenton and Beatrice Penny-Touré.
Choreography comes from Stephen Mear and the music is conducted by Alfonso Casado Trigo. Musical supervision is by Stephen Brooker, and the musical arrangements come from Stephen Metcalfe. There’s set design by Matt Kinley, projection design by George Reeve, costume design by Jill Parker, lighting design by Warren Letton and sound design by Mick Potter.
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Beautiful tribute to Steven Sondheim and his musical productions Lively and enjoyable afternoon of music. It was well presented and kept our attention.
Olive, 04 Jan 2024
An enjoyable evening for Sondheim fans The show was a medley of Sondheim songs only appreciated by those familiar with Sondheim shows.
More of his popular, recognizable tunes should have been sung.
ie. I am what I am
Send in the Clowns
Annemarie, 28 Dec 2023
A complete joy for the ears and heart Galloping through Sondheim's classics, this is a dream cast. Particular stand outs are Lea Salonga (no surprises there! She is musical royalty) and Bradley Jaden (the sultriest wolf, you'll ever hear) It was an utter delight and an unforgettable evening.
Melissa, 13 Dec 2023
A must for Sondheim fans Awesome to see/hear Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga and the other talented performers.
Trevor, 08 Dec 2023
Out of this world what can I say from the start to the finish What can I say from the start to finish I was engrossed and full of excitement. X thank you
Michael John, 26 Nov 2023
Best show I've ever seen. Loved this show. Was so good and funny.
Sharon, 24 Nov 2023
One of the best musicals I've seen in all my theatre experiences It was a lovely memorial, tribute and love letter to Stephen Sondheim...from his peers...and all the songs were his and performed by THE BEST company. It was a delight from beginning to end...
S CHRISTOPHER, 08 Nov 2023
A musical experience not to be missed A fabulous night of Sondheim music sung by amazing singers, their voices were powerful and made a few people sound like a full choir. They had humour, excellent interpretation of the songs and a tribute to Sondheim. Our seats were very good, near the back of the stalls, any part of the stage obscured by the dress circle overhang was compensated by the TV screens at the side of our seats. Would really recommend.
Julia, 03 Nov 2023
A must see for anyone who appreciates Sondheim One of the best shows I have ever seen
All of the performances were incredible whether as solos or ensembles.
Orchestra were wonderful
So many amazing performances from a stellar cast we found it difficult to choose a favourite. It definitely deserved the 5 star reviews given by the critics.
My hands are still numb from clapping!
A wonderful tribute to Stephen Sondheim
Maria Fiona, 20 Oct 2023
Something rather special The briefest selection of some of Stephen Sondheims best loved musicals, performed by a glittering cast. Joyous, poinant, happy...What a rollercoaster of emotions. Do see before it ends 6January.
Paul, 18 Oct 2023
Best I can do Not the best a long way behind guys and dolls
Donald, 18 Oct 2023
The most entertaining show I’ve ever seen. This show was unbelievable. At the end, I wanted to stay in my seat for the next show. I was almost tempted to hide in the building. Such wonderful comic timing from everyone. No one disappointed. Bernadette Peters was just…Wow! Grab a ticket if you can.
Samantha, 15 Oct 2023
Fabulous and Heartfelt What struck me most was the great love the performers had for Sondheim. this was excellence born of tribute.
Judith, 13 Oct 2023
Uplifting Show A fast paced trip through some fantastic Sondhiem songs (specifically any show produced by Cameron Macintosh). Well worth an evening out.
Jamie, 05 Oct 2023
Fabulous A magical musical with incredible talent all around. Thoroughly enjoyable.
Ronald, 21 Sep 2023
