RIP Stephen Sondheim

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Stephen Joshua Sondheim has died at age of 91. He was the prolific lyricist behind smash hits that include "Sweeney Todd" and "West Side Story".

Sondheim was born in NYC and died in Connecticut. He was regarded as one of the foremost artists of the 20th Century and wrote the lyrics for West Side Story, also composed Into the Woods among many others.

This songwriter reshaped the American musical theater in the 20th century with his intelligent, intricately rhymed lyrics, along with his use of evocative melodies and a willingness to tackle unusual subjects.

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