Cap & Bells’ production of “Sweeney Todd” a cut above

Surely by now, many readers of The Hawk have seen the film version of “Sweeney Todd” starring Johnny Depp as the infamous “Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” But seeing it performed live on stage is a spectacle all in itself. Mind you, it’s not every day I describe a musical with the following combination of words, but Cap & Bells’ production of “Sweeney Todd” is unarguably comically macabre in all aspects of the phrase, right down to its tragic conclusion.

Behind the scenes of Sweeney Todd

An interview with Nick Virginio, '10, the star of Sweeney Todd, and Renee Dobson, director

The Hawk: How does it feel to play the lead male role in such a popular musical? Nick Virginio: It was a tremendous experience—a big challenge for me, personally, but with a great reward in the end. TH: Were you overwhelmed or excited when you were informed of your role as Sweeney Todd? NV: Excited.

Hot fun in the summertime

Check out some of this summer’s music festivals

Summer is one of the best times of the year for live music. This year is a bit of a disappointment for concertgoers, however. Once home to headliners like Jay-Z and Radiohead, New Jersey’s All Points West festival is in doubt for this year. Organizers are saying that the festival probably won’t happen in 2010.