Sweeney Todd is being set up as I write this and will be making it’s Lexington debut tonight as part of Broadway Live at 8:00pm EST at the Lexington Opera House. If you are unable to make it tonight then don’t worry, there are four more showings this weekend. Hit the jump for a link to some photos I took of the load-in and a description of a play. Also, stay tuned for a recap within the day following tonight’s performance.

Saturday’s performances are at 2:00pm and 8:00pm, and Sundays are at 2:00pm and 7:00pm. Also, don’t forget, if you are a student and bring proper ID then you are eligible for a 50% discount at all the performances.

To view photos of the Sweeney Todd Load-In, visit the Flickr album by clicking on the link below:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/rupparena/sets/72157609629998165/

Sweeney Todd is based on the 19th century legend of a London barber driven to a life of crime after a malevolent judge takes his wife and child from him. Sweeney’s plan for revenge includes a cutthroat partnership with Mrs. Lovett – an enterprising businesswoman – who is soon producing the tastiest meat pies in London.

Original direction and design by Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards winner John Doyle; recreated by Adam Hunter; Sweeney Todd features the music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Hugh Wheeler from an adaptation by Christopher Bond, with music supervision by David Loud. The creative team also includes Paul Miller for lighting design, based on original design by Rochard Jones, and Shannon Slaton for sound design.