Question

What is considered Stephen Sondheim's greatest work?

Answer 1

Although I am a fan of Sweeny Todd... I absolutely love . "Into the Woods", maybe i think it speaks more to the human condition, and hope, dreams, and weaknesses we all have.. . and on the plus side, most of the tunes are fabulous, and stick with you for days, if not a life time!

Answer 2

unfortunately I can't say what is...but my vote for "isn't" would be "merrily we roll along".. . and I agree with the sweeny todd vote. That is a great show!

Answer 3

"Sunday" has second act troubles, as does "Into the Woods". "Company" is far too dated, and "Forum" too juvenile. I'd have to agree that "Sweeney" is the best: a cohesive plot that keeps the audience gripped, different musical stylings. Close second is a tie with "A Little Night Music" and "Follies". I've only heard the score for each and found them captivating.

Answer 4

As a musician, A Little Night Music is definitely it. We still get requests for "that song"! I don't think we've had requests from any of his other shows except Company.

Answer 5

As much as I like Sunday in the Park with George, I'm going to have to go with Sweeney Todd. It's just so rich and textured musically.

Answer 6

I would go with "Into the Woods"

Answer 7

Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street (1979 Original Broadway Cast) by Len Cariou, Victor Garber. . FOR THE REVIEW, CHECK OUT THE WEB LINK. . http://www.cdmusicandreviews.com/cd/B000002W4L.htm

Answer 8

I think "Sunday..." is clever but loses some of its charm in the second act. "Sweeney Todd" is brilliant and many would call it a masterpiece. Some might opt for "A Little Night Music" because of the challenge of creating a musical all in waltz time. "Follies" has great music. Myself, I have always enjoyed "Company" above the others.

Answer 9

It is called "Sweeny Todd", the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.