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Presents the insights of several critics on the musical "Sweeney Todd," directed by John Doyle. Ben Brantley of "The New York Times"; Howard Kissel of "New York Daily News"; Michael Feingold of "The Village Voice."

Presents comments from critics on Stephen Sondheim's "Pacific Overtures," directed by Amon Miyamoto.

The article offers insights regarding the musical play of Stephen Sondheim titled "Follies" at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. It notes that the Kennedy Center's new revival of the play takes an audience halfway to paradise. It mentions that the production provides a 28-piece orchestra by Broadway standards and features director Eric Schaeffer and costume designer Gregg Barnes.

The article presents the views of several critics of the performance of Patti LuPone in her interpretation of the character, Mama Rose in the Encores! production of "Gypsy." Linda Winer of "Newsday," says that LuPone's performance has a grand playfulness added with a multicolored voice and a strong personality. Frank Scheck of the "New York Post," says that LuPone received the full applause for her role while John Simon of Bloomberg.com says that her apotheosis strikes him emotionally.

The article presents the views of the critics on the theatrical production "A Bed & a Chair" which was directed by John Doyle and the music compositions of Stephen Sondheim that was held at New York from November 13-17, 2013.

The article presents assessments from critics concerning the production of the musical "Anyone Can Whistle." Steven Suskin of "Variety" notes the potential of stage actress Donna Murphy to create a monumental musical comedy monstress at the show. Michael Kuchwara of "Associated Press" describes the musical as an impossible book that has an amazing score. Andy Propst of "TheatreMania" mentions the ability of Murphy to command the stage with the prowess of a prize fighter.