The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - Sweeney Todd

The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Sweeney Todd, is back in rip-roaring form next year at Her Majesty’s Theatre. State Opera South Australia has today confirmed that the much-anticipated musical thriller, originally scheduled for 2020 but postponed due to COVID, will take to the stage for six performances in May 2021.

Portraying Todd, the barber driven by vengeance is Ben Mingay – former tradie turned international musical theatre performer. Known for his powerhouse presence and rich voice, and even more for his portrayal of complex characters, he also stars in Carousel for State Opera in March 2021. Rounding out the murderous duo is soprano Antoinette Halloran as Mrs Lovett, the owner of the best pie shop in London. She is reprising the role that she has played to acclaim in Australia and New Zealand alongside Mingay and Teddy Tahu Rhodes.