Annaleigh Ashford ('Sweeney Todd') on Stephen Sondheim: 'Crying underneath the laughter'

Annaleigh Ashford ('Sweeney Todd') on learning from Stephen Sondheim: 'Every clown is crying underneath the laughter.' This approach to comedy is quite apparent in “A Little Priest,” the pun-heavy tour de force she performs alongside Josh Groban. Gold Derby's Sam Eckmann hosts this webchat.
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[@mattybfierce]

Her passion for the craft of live theatre is so intoxicating. I could listen to her stories about Mr. Sondheim all day.

[@mollyferster2011]

Annaleigh is perfect for the role of Mrs. Lovett! She was robbed at the Tonys! 😢