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Last broadcast on Sat, 11 Sep 2010, 15:30 on BBC Radio 4 (FM only) (see all broadcasts).
Synopsis
Stephen Sondheim's song, Send In the Clowns, from the musical 'A Little Night Music' was written late in rehearsals for the actress Glynnis Johns, playing the part of Desiree. A song of regret and anger, the part has famously been played by Judi Dench, and the song became an independent hit, sung by Judy Collins, Shirley Bassey and Barbra Striesand. Hannah Waddingham played the youngest ever Desiree in Trevor Nunn's production, and used her memories of an unhappy relationship to inspire her performance.
Dame Judi Dench
Watch a clip of Dame Judi Dench singing 'Send in the Clowns' from the 'Stephen Sondheim at 80' concert at the 2010 BBC Proms.
Stephen Sondheim
Listen to Stephen Sondheim talking about his 80th birthday BBC Prom.
Broadcasts
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Tue 7 Sep 201013:30
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Sat 11 Sep 201015:30
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