Knopf Stephen Sondheim Look, I Made a Hat - Collected Lyrics

Explore the creative process of a musical theater legend with Look, I Made a Hat: Collected Lyrics (1981-2011). This second volume serves as a follow-up to the acclaimed Finishing the Hat, offering a deep look into the mind of Stephen Sondheim. This collection provides more than just lyrics; it includes a wide array of personal commentary, anecdotes, and early drafts that reveal how his most famous works came to life. Readers can trace the development of iconic shows such as Sunday in the Park with George, Into the Woods, Assassins, and Passion. The book also documents the evolution of Wise Guys as it transformed into Bounce and eventually Road Show. For students of musical theater and fans of Sondheim's work, this volume provides a rare look at the drafts and excluded songs that shaped his legendary career. It is an essential addition to any collection of performing arts history and theater criticism.