Passion

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"Passion" is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine. It premiered on Broadway in 1994 and is known for its intense and emotional exploration of love, desire, and obsession. Set in 19th-century Italy, "Passion" tells the story of Giorgio, a handsome soldier, and his complicated romantic entanglements. He becomes involved in a passionate affair with Clara, a beautiful and married woman. However, their relationship is complicated when Giorgio is transferred to a remote military outpost, where he encounters Fosca, a sickly and emotionally volatile woman who becomes infatuated with him. The musical delves into the complex nature of love and explores themes of desire, beauty, and the power of obsession. It challenges traditional notions of romance and presents a raw and unconventional portrayal of relationships. Sondheim's music in "Passion" is characterized by its emotional depth and complexity. The score includes haunting ballads, dramatic solos, and intricate melodies that capture the intensity of the characters' emotions. The lyrics are poetic and introspective, delving into the inner thoughts and struggles of the characters. While "Passion" did not achieve commercial success during its original Broadway run, it has garnered a dedicated following and is considered a compelling and thought-provoking work in Sondheim's repertoire. The musical explores the complexities of human emotions and the lengths people will go to in the pursuit of love, making it a unique and evocative experience for audiences.}

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Authors

Original Authors

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Source Material

Later Contributors

There are no known writers who contributed to revisions, etc. following the original production.
Genre: Musical Drama

Production Highlights

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Score

None of the score is listed in the playbill as formal musical numbers. The song list here is taken from "Theatre World" Vol. 50 and from the original cast CD insert.


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Original score

Studio Cast Recordings

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Demos & Pre-Production Recordings

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From ChatGPT

"Passion" is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine. It premiered on Broadway in 1994 and is known for its intense and emotional exploration of love, desire, and obsession. Set in 19th-century Italy, "Passion" tells the story of Giorgio, a handsome soldier, and his complicated romantic entanglements. He becomes involved in a passionate affair with Clara, a beautiful and married woman. However, their relationship is complicated when Giorgio is transferred to a remote military outpost, where he encounters Fosca, a sickly and emotionally volatile woman who becomes infatuated with him. The musical delves into the complex nature of love and explores themes of desire, beauty, and the power of obsession. It challenges traditional notions of romance and presents a raw and unconventional portrayal of relationships. Sondheim's music in "Passion" is characterized by its emotional depth and complexity. The score includes haunting ballads, dramatic solos, and intricate melodies that capture the intensity of the characters' emotions. The lyrics are poetic and introspective, delving into the inner thoughts and struggles of the characters. While "Passion" did not achieve commercial success during its original Broadway run, it has garnered a dedicated following and is considered a compelling and thought-provoking work in Sondheim's repertoire. The musical explores the complexities of human emotions and the lengths people will go to in the pursuit of love, making it a unique and evocative experience for audiences.}

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Authors

Original Authors

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Book
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Music & Lyrics
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Source Material

Later Contributors

There are no known writers who contributed to revisions, etc. following the original production.
Genre: Musical Drama

Source

Based on the film Passione d'Amore (1981) directed by Ettore Scola and on the novel Fosca by I.U. Tarchetti

Synopsis

No synopsis listed.

Trivia & History

A discussion of the changes made during previews of the original Broadway production can be found on the main page for the production.

Other Titles

  • Fosca (source material)
  • Passione d'Amore (source material)

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