Sondheim, Stephen, 1930-

Composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim poses for a portrait in front of a sign advertising one of his musicals

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December 5, 1980

01:01:52

Angela Lansbury On Playing Mrs. Lovett.

Angela Lansbury is an actress who is currently starring in the tour of "Sweeney Todd," playing now in Philadelphia. "Sweeney Todd" is a musical with music by Stephen Sondheim based on the legend of "The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," a barber whose quest for revenge leads to murder. Lansbury stars as his accomplice, and won a Tony for the role. She joins the show to discuss the musical and working with Sondheim, singing, and acting.

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Angela Lansbury On Playing Mrs. Lovett.

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