{"title":"Stephen Sondheim","description":"\u003cp\u003eStephen Sondheim’s works offer a rich exploration of the intersections between theatre, music, and narrative. Known for titles like \u003cem\u003eCompany\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eInto the Woods\u003c\/em\u003e, his books delve into the complexities of human relationships and the intricate craft of musical storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders drawn to \u003cstrong\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Fiction\u003c\/strong\u003e will appreciate the depth and innovation that define Sondheim’s approach. These works invite reflection on societal themes through compelling characters and poetic lyricism.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"into-the-woods-by-james-lapine-9781510754577","title":"Into the Woods","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally back in print after over a decade, the lavishly illustrated book of \u003cem\u003eInto the Woods\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most-performed musicals by the Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning team of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the Grimm Brothers' most popular folktales, \u003cem\u003eInto the Woods\u003c\/em\u003e reimagines what can happen when beloved fairytale characters are thrown together in increasingly dramatic and humorous ways. Sondheim and Lapine bring their cherished musical off the stage and onto the page, aided by Hudson Talbott's enchanting illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePublished for Stephen Sondheim's ninetieth birthday, join Cinderella, Jack (of beanstalk-climbing fame), Little Red Riding Hood, the Baker and his Wife, and more on their quest to find \"happily ever after.\" Along the way, they meet Rapunzel, the Big Bad Wolf, terrifying giants, lusty princes, and their own destinies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut after their journeys are done, the real question remains: what comes after \"happily ever after\" and will the prices paid for it be worth it in the end?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596681527532,"sku":"9781510754577","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16741a0ab8472ce0d1827cd85113c9ff.jpg?v=1777939978"},{"product_id":"company-by-stephen-sondheim-9781559361088","title":"Company","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCompany\u003c\/em\u003e is a landmark musical, described by \u003cem\u003eTime\u003c\/em\u003e as \"one of those few shows that enter the permanent lore of the theatre by altering the vocabulary of dramatic possibilities.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eSan Francisco Examiner\u003c\/em\u003e hailed it as \"there's never been a franker, more sophisticated work written for the musical stage.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a deliberately episodic, painfully accurate book by George Furth and an unforgettable score by Stephen Sondheim, \u003cem\u003eCompany\u003c\/em\u003e is a total reversal of the usual musical comedy format. It is rigorously unsentimental, with the courage to be both bitter and honest about love and marriage, as noted by Kevin Kelly from the \u003cem\u003eBoston Globe\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA breakthrough on Broadway in 1970, \u003cem\u003eCompany\u003c\/em\u003e remains fresh, acerbic, and original today. Its themes—marriage and commitment, friendship and loneliness—and its innovations in form continue to mark it as a landmark of modern American musical theatre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCompany\u003c\/em\u003e's 25\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e anniversary was commemorated by two major revivals: in New York at the Roundabout Theatre Company and in London at the Donmar Warehouse. This edition incorporates all revisions and additions made for these productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47605239775468,"sku":"9781559361088","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781559361088-company.jpg?v=1778128705"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/stephen-sondheim.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}