- Paperback: 112 pages
- Publisher: Theatre Communications Group Inc.,U.S. (18 Feb 1995)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1559360887
- ISBN-13: 978-1559360883
- Product Dimensions: 21.5 x 13.8 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 571,300 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Offers the complete libretto to the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
They hear drums, we hear music.,
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This review is from: Passion (Paperback)
Well, I'll admit to being a little biased, but in my opinion this is one of the finest pieces of theatre ever written. I also think it's the first time that Stephen Sondheim's music is not the main attraction. Thats doesn't mean the score isn't amazing - it is one of Sondheim's finest. But the direction, staging and book, all by James Lapine, are equally beautiful.
This book, therefore, is a must if you're hoping to get to know the play. Sitting in comfy chair with the original cast album (the London recording just doesn't measure up) of Passion blearing through headphones whilst reading this book is, I think, one of the most amazing musical/literary/dramatic experiences one can experience. The story is fascinating and addictive and the music haunting and intoxicating. However, You do need the recording AND the book to fully appreciate that. They really are not stand alone pieces but together - that is something special. (If you're a musician - don't forget that Hal Leonard have just released a revised edition of the vocal selections for this show - that's worth getting too!)
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This is one of the most beautiful shows ever written!,
By "jbhapgood2" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Passion (Paperback)
While this book is simply amazing... you should either get thecd to listen to while reading this script or watch the movie tohear/see the fabulous performances and Sondheim's glorious music. This book is still worth buying even if you aren't able to hear the score. This play works in mysterious ways and bring out many passionate feelings in anyone with a heart. It conveys and brings forth emotions from anger to pity with Fosca, love and hate, hapiness and depression... This is a truly beautiful book!
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Needs to be listened to as well as read,
By Garrett C - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Passion (Paperback)
As with all of Sondheim's shows, with the possible exceptions of Follies and Sweeney Todd, the book is very hard to read without some sort of knowledge of the score, because that's what dominates the show. Other than a few scattered spoken passages, PASSION is completely sung-through. My recommendation would be to listen to the original cast recording as you read, so you can better understand the action.
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