With the recent celebration of composer-lyricist Stephen Sondheim’s birthday and the glorious “Take Me to the World” concert on Broadway.com, it got me thinking of the myriad celebrations of his work over the years. It seems that many of the same songs are (rightfully) celebrated, over and over again at these events. However, there are many wonderful songs by Mr. Sondheim that are just as worthy of a concert or compilation recording. That put me in the mind of creating a playlist that spotlights these glorious, under-sung songs of Sondheim. Here it is, with many wonderful songs, for your listening pleasure.
Playlist: Finishing The Act
The first act of a stage musical introduces the plot, the characters, and (hopefully) a lot of great songs. The position of the final song in Act I of any musical has the joyous but daunting task of sending the audience to intermission anxious to return. Today’s playlist has been assembled to celebrate those songs that follow us to the restroom, lobby or concession counter with a promise that Act II will be just as thrilling. Here are 50 great showtunes that finish the Act Ones of their respective musicals. I hope you enjoy!
Playlist: Showtunes that are Just Fun
Maybe you are all getting tired of my playlists, but boredom has set-in and I enjoy making them, so I apologize in advance. However, I just feel the need to laugh as I spend my 47th birthday at home doing the safe (and right) thing. So, today I am celebrating with 50 showtunes that make me laugh. Hopefully, they will make you smile as well.