Sweeney Todd: A Musical Thriller

A dark and thrilling tale of revenge, murder and obsession, Sweeney Todd follows the infamous Demon Barber of Fleet Street as he returns to London seeking justice. An infamous tale, Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to nineteenth century London, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop, above which, he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett’s luck sharply shifts when Todd’s thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up… and the carnage has only just begun! Sweeney Todd has become a bloody, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony’s, (including Best Musical), for its Broadway premiere. Stephen Sondheim’s tasty, thrilling, theatrical treat has simultaneously shocked, awed and delighted audiences across the world. Playing for a limited time in Melbourne, don’t miss your chance to witness this dark thriller comedy on stage. Starring Aidan Niarros as Sweeney Todd and Kate Yaxley as Mrs Lovett. Presented by Soundworks Productions