Utah OperaSondheim and Wheeler’s Sweeney Todd

Utah Opera Presents
Sondheim and Wheeler’s Sweeney Todd

DATES and TIMES:
Oct 12, 2024 (7:30PM), 14 (7PM), 16 (7PM), 18 (7:30PM), 20 (2PM)

VENUE:
Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre
50 West 200 South
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101

SYNOPSIS:
Robert Tweten, conductor
Doug Scholz-Carlson, director
Michael Mayes, Sweeney Todd
Audrey Babcock, Mrs. Lovett
Amy Owens, Johanna
Christian Sanders, Tobias Ragg
Megan Marino, Beggar Woman
Utah Opera Chorus
Utah Symphony

In the dark heart of Victorian-era London, Sweeney Todd, a wrongly exiled barber, seeks retribution against the lecherous Judge Turpin, the architect of his ruin. With a razor-sharp thirst for vengeance, Todd’s path converges with the cunning pie shop owner Mrs. Lovett. Together, they form a macabre partnership, crafting meat pies that satiate more than just hunger. But the relentless pursuit of justice takes a turn as Todd’s razor weaves a chilling narrative.

Known for its biting lyrics and its dazzling score that mimics the soundtrack of a classic horror film, the words and music intertwine to foreshadow the harrowing ending of The Demon of Fleet Street—and revenge becomes a dish served hot as the line between justice and savagery blurs in the shadows of London’s cobblestone streets.

Rating: Rated PG-13 for depictions of violence.

Run Time: (TBC)

Sung in English with English supertitles

Announce/Subscriptions On Sale: March 12, 2024
Design-A-Series & Group Tickets On Sale: May 30, 2024
Single-performance Tickets On-Sale: August 1, 2024

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://utahopera.org/plan-your-visit/capitol-theatre-accessibility/.

GENERAL AGE GUIDELINE: Individuals age five and older are welcome at this performance. Parents should ensure their children are able to sit quietly through the performance without disturbing others around them. No babes in arms will be admitted.

LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at utahopera.org.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:
Opera Talks – One hour before each performance, ticket holders are invited to join Utah Opera Principal Coach Carol Anderson to learn more about the production at a free talk in the Capitol Room of the Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre. The talk will also be available online here.

Learn Before You Go – Read about the history, music, storyline, and more, through an online multiple-part learning course at https://utahopera.org/explore/posts/online-learning/.

Post Opera Q&A – Join Utah Opera’s Artistic Director to discuss Utah Opera’s production of the opera following each performance in the Capitol Room.

Artists and programs are subject to change. No refunds.