Study Group Details

Stephen Sondheim has been one of the most influential composers and lyricists in American musical theater in a career that started in the 1950s. Having recently turned 90, Sondheim has been celebrated for versatility of his shows. An exceptionally well-trained musician, he has written shows using an astonishing range of forms that have expanded theater. The course will review Sondheim’s early life and training and cover his work chronologically to discuss sources and production history of individual shows; participants will listen to and watch excerpts from shows to discuss musical innovations and depth of lyrics. The course will include many unusual performances and clips of Sondheim presenting and discussing his work. This study group has a high class size capacity.