Sublime Sondheim

Sublime Sondheim, The Loft Theatre, Leamington Spa, Sunday 18 June. Musical Director James Suckling.

As many theatre goers will know, Stephen Joshua Sondheim (22 March 1930 – 26 November 2021) was an American composer and lyricist regarded as one of the most important figures in 20th-century musical theatre.

In November 2021 the lights of theatres all over the West End of London dimmed to honour the life of Stephen Sondheim, a tribute used only on rare occasions as a mark of profound sadness at the loss of an immense talent.

The Loft Theatre were in rehearsal for Company at the time and dedicated the production to his memory.

The Loft Theatre has had a love affair with Sondheim now for many years. A spokesperson from The Loft said, “The complexity of his scores and the challenge it presents to any cast and director is not to be underestimated, but the harmonies are extraordinary, and he has an audacious talent that fills all those who witness his music and lyrics with admiration and devotion.”

His music broke the mould of traditional musical story-telling and Sondheim is reported to have said, “Everybody has problems. Nobody goes through life unscathed, and I think if you write about those things, you’re going to touch people.”

The Loft Theatre invite you to come and book your seat for Sunday 18 June, join their company of singers and listen to their own choices of the best of the most sublime Sondheim.

For more details of the cast and creatives, and to book tickets, visit: https://lofttheatrecompany.com/performance/sublime-sondheim/