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Library of Congress Unveils 5,000 Sondheim Treasures

6/26/2025

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The Library of Congress proudly welcomes around 5,000 treasures from the legendary Stephen Sondheim, encompassing manuscripts, music, and lyric drafts. Among the gems are early versions of iconic pieces like "Send in the Clowns," "Sweeney Todd," and "Company." This invaluable collection will open its doors to the public in the Performing Arts Reading Room on July 1, 2024, ensuring Sondheim's brilliance lives on.

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The Library of Congress proudly welcomes around 5,000 treasures from the legendary Stephen Sondheim, encompassing manuscripts, music, and lyric drafts. Among the gems are early versions of iconic pieces like "Send in the Clowns," "Sweeney Todd," and "Company." This invaluable collection will open its doors to the public in the Performing Arts Reading Room on July 1, 2024, ensuring Sondheim's brilliance lives on.