The declarative lyrics are written by Mr. Goldstein and the show's composer Michael Friedman. Mr. Friedman was a notable musical theater figure who died of HIV-related causes in 2017, at the age of 41. With its derivative melodies echoing Stephen Sondheim, John Kander and William Finn, "Unknown Soldier" is not a posthumous masterpiece. The post Unknown Soldier appeared first on TheaterScene.net.
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