stephen sondheim
Definition
- Proper noun:
- Stephen Sondheim: An American composer and lyricist, renowned for his significant contributions to musical theater. He is celebrated for his complex music, sophisticated lyrics, and thematic depth in Broadway musicals.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The works of Stephen Sondheim revolutionized American musical theater.
- Our theater class is studying Stephen Sondheim's use of lyrical motifs.
Advanced Usage
- "Sondheimian" (adj): Characteristic of or resembling the style, complexity, or themes found in the works of Stephen Sondheim.
- The play's intricate plot and witty lyrics have a distinctly Sondheimian quality.
Variants and Related Words
- Sondheim (n): A common shorthand reference to Stephen Sondheim or his collective body of work.
- The festival will feature a tribute to Sondheim.
Synonyms
- Composer-lyricist: A creator who writes both the music and the words for songs, a description that fits Sondheim's role.
- Musical theater icon: A highly influential and celebrated figure in the field of musical theater.
Noun
- United States composer of musicals (born in 1930)
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