Article: A living legend and the king of musical theatre; Andrew Lloyd Webber is celebrating his 60th birthday tomorrow. Karen Price speaks to those who know the man behind hit musicals like Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar, Starlight Express and, of course, Phantom Of The Opera.(Features)

Connie Fisher was plucked from obscurity on the TV show How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria? to star in Lord Lloyd- Webber's new production of The Sound Of Music at the London Palladium

"I have always been aware of Andrew Lloyd Webber's songs but I only ever thought I would see his name on the score on my piano - I never thought I'd meet him in person. He is a living legend - the king of musical theatre. I didn't realise what a nice person he would be - he is a generous, caring man. I thought someone of that stature would be cold or aloof but he's never been like ...

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