Sweeney Todd
Book • 2000
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a musical thriller with dark humor.
It tells the story of a barber wrongly exiled who returns to London for revenge, teaming up with Mrs. Lovett to dispose of his victims.
The musical is known for its macabre plot, witty lyrics, and complex characters.
It explores themes of revenge, justice, and the consequences of obsession.
Sweeney Todd has been adapted into several films and continues to be performed on stage worldwide.
It tells the story of a barber wrongly exiled who returns to London for revenge, teaming up with Mrs. Lovett to dispose of his victims.
The musical is known for its macabre plot, witty lyrics, and complex characters.
It explores themes of revenge, justice, and the consequences of obsession.
Sweeney Todd has been adapted into several films and continues to be performed on stage worldwide.
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