Over the last four decades, the lyricist and composer Stephen Sondheim has earned a reputation for using musical theatre to tackle difficult subjects with an unconventional and uncompromising approach. His characters are complex and troubled and he’s won special admiration for his ability to create rounded, interesting women and place them centre stage.
In the first of a two part series on Sondheim’s women, Judi Herman has been talking to musical theatre experts and some of the Sondheim's favourite leading ladies.
Sunday in the Park with George is at the Wyndham’s Theatre in London until the 2 Sept 2006. Follies will be the opening production at the refurbished Royal Theatre Northampton in October www.royalandderngate.co.uk
