Review of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (1982) by Brooke J — 02 Jul 2008

This started my love for this show. Lansbury IS Mrs. Lovett.

This review of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (1982) was written by Brooke J on 02 Jul 2008.

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street has generally received very positive reviews.

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Great cast, great music and sets, this theatre production of Sweeney Todd is very enjoyable. Sinister fun…

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By Eric S (1,351) on 15 Apr 2012

Angela Lansbury is creepy and perfect in the roll. The music is brilliant. My only complaint is the chick that plays Joanna…

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By Diwas K (21) on 11 Apr 2013

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By Cashel S (21) on 23 Dec 2009

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By Chris M (3,023) on 16 May 2010

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By Brett W (781) on 09 Nov 2013

Dark, grisly, and disturbing. Great performances by a stellar cast. Probably Stephen Sondhiem's most challeging work, although not his best…

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By Andrew H (1,696) on 23 Oct 2010

Watching this made me want to go see it live. It was just awesome…

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By John G (1,212) on 16 May 2010

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