Stephen Sondheim’s “Send in the Clowns” is a masterpiece of modern musical theater, a haunting ballad that distills the pain of missed chances and quiet regret. Written in 1973 for “A Little Night Music”, it was born from a specific dramatic need but has since become a timeless meditation on love’s missteps. Its backstory ties … Continue reading The Real Story and Meaning behind “Send in the Clowns”, the Signature Song of Judy Collins