Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods is a beloved masterpiece of musical theatre—a darkly comedic and poignant intertwining of classic Grimm fairy tales. For younger performers, the adaptation Into the Woods Jr (published by Music Theatre International—MTI) offers a streamlined, age-appropriate version of the show. It retains Sondheim’s ingenious wit and complex harmonies while making the vocal ranges and themes accessible to middle school casts.
Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods is a beloved masterpiece of musical theatre—a darkly comedic and poignant intertwining of classic Grimm fairy tales. For younger performers, the adaptation Into the Woods Jr (published by Music Theatre International—MTI) offers a streamlined, age-appropriate version of the show. It retains Sondheim’s ingenious wit and complex harmonies while making the vocal ranges and themes accessible to middle school casts.