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Broadway Composer-lyricist Dies

Veteran Broadway composer Stephen Sondheim dies aged 91 in Roxbury

Veteran songwriter Stephen Sondheim, who redefined the American musical theatre, has passed away. He was 91.Stephen breathed his last on Friday at his home in Roxbury, Conn, Variety reported.From the comedic 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum' to the ground-breaking 'Company' and the experimental 'Pacific Overtures', his shows have had undoubtedly transformed the Broadway musical stage.He's a recipient of Tony Awards plus a 2008 Special Tony Award for lifetime achievement in the theatre. He also received a Pulitzer Prize ('Sunday in the Park'), and an Academy Award for the song 'Sooner or Later'.

Veteran Broadway composer Stephen Sondheim dies aged 91 in Roxbury
Updated On : 27 Nov 2021 | 9:25 AM IST

Broadway composer-lyricist Michael Friedman, 41, dies of AIDS

He was celebrated composer, lyricist of theatrical works, including 'Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson'

Broadway composer-lyricist Michael Friedman, 41, dies of AIDS
Updated On : 10 Sep 2017 | 9:50 AM IST