West End theatres are to pay tribute to Stephen Sondheim The composer and lyricist, famous for creating the musical Sweeney Todd, was described as one of theatre’s “greatest geniuses” after his death aged 91 on Friday morning.
To pay tribute, West End theatres will dim their lights for two minutes at 7pm on Monday. Julian Bird, chief executive of the Society of London Theatre and UK Theatre, said: “The theatre world is a smaller place tonight after the passing of Stephen Sondheim.
His legacy of extraordinary shows and songs will live on for many generations to come – but now, we pay tribute to his outstanding contribution to our theatres and celebrate his talent.
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