What is Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street?

Q: What is Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street?


A: Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a musical based on the 19th century legend of Sweeney Todd.

Q: Who wrote the book for Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street?


A: The book for Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street was written by Hugh Wheeler.

Q: Who wrote the music and lyrics for Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street?


A: The music and lyrics for Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street were written by Stephen Sondheim.

Q: What inspired the story of Sweeney Todd?


A: The story of Sweeney Todd was inspired by the 1973 play The String of Pearls, by Christopher Bond.

Q: Who starred in the 2007 movie adaptation of Sweeney Todd?


A: Johnny Depp starred as Sweeney Todd in the 2007 movie adaptation of the musical.

Q: When did Sweeney Todd open on Broadway?


A: Sweeney Todd opened on Broadway at the Uris Theatre on March 1, 1979.

Q: What awards did Sweeney Todd win?


A: Sweeney Todd won the Tony Award for Best Musical.

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