{"product_id":"9781668030592","title":"How Sondheim Can Change Your Life","description":"\u003cb\u003eDiscover the powerful and universal lessons from the music and lyrics of Stephen Sondheim, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ethe genius behind such musical theater masterworks as \u003ci\u003eCompany\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWest Side Story\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eInto the Woods\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStephen Sondheim died on November 26, 2021, but for countless fans around the world, he is “still here,” to quote one of his lyrics. With acclaimed revivals of his landmark shows occurring around the world and introducing new generations to the man who transformed American musical theater, Sondheim’s legacy has only grown. What is it about such classic songs as “Rose’s Turn” from \u003ci\u003eGypsy\u003c\/i\u003e, “Send in the Clowns” from \u003ci\u003eA Little Night Music\u003c\/i\u003e, and “Children Will Listen” from \u003ci\u003eInto the Woods\u003c\/i\u003e that speaks to us so intimately and profoundly?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow Sondheim Can Change Your Life \u003c\/i\u003emakes the case that Sondheim’s greatness—beyond the clever lyrics and adventurous music—rests in his ability to tell stories that relate to us all. From Louise’s desire for freedom as Gypsy Rose Lee to Sweeney Todd’s thirst for revenge, we as an audience relate easily to Sondheim’s characters. His works understand us as much as we understand them.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFollowing the arc of Sondheim’s career, \u003ci\u003eHow Sondheim Can Change Your Life \u003c\/i\u003eis rich with stories about productions and iconic performers, deep readings of his music and lyrics, and insights into his creative process. But more than that, it reveals how Sondheim’s works can enrich our own lives.","brand":"Richard Schoch","offers":[{"title":"Atria Books |  Hardback  |  2024-11-19","offer_id":46057250586879,"sku":"9781668030592","price":38.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0329\/9075\/7001\/files\/BNCImageAPI_a726ff0b-fcac-4ecf-9c40-78d46c4b0ecb.jpg?v=1723819272","url":"https:\/\/riverbookshop.com\/products\/9781668030592","provider":"River Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}