Every child knows about pirates, but who actually are the Pirates of Penzance ? In Gilbert and Sullivan's classic of the English operetta repertoire, the pirate apprentice Frederic dreams of finally leading a decent life because he only ended up in a pirate apprenticeship instead of a private apprenticeship because of a hearing problem with his nanny Ruth. When Frederic meets the lovely daughters of a major general - whose comprehensive education is unfortunately sparse in the military sector - and falls in love with the loveliest of them, the humorous chaos begins: torn between his sense of duty and Due to his overwhelming aversion to being a pirate, Frederic and Ruth, the band of pirates who want to get married under their victorious pirate king on the hunt for the major general's daughters and a group of police officers unwilling to fight, slide through the events to ravishingly comic music, in which the absurd is declined until one faces it Laughing results without a fight.
An absolute must, not just for fans of British humor!

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The Pirates of Penzance

Staatstheater Mainz

Iolanthe

Lehman College

Set against the backdrop of Cornwall’s coastline, The Pirates of Penzance is a comedic operetta that revolves around a young man mistakenly apprenticed to a band of pirates due to a communication mix-up. As he completes his term with the pirates, he yearns for love and an honorable life.

Central City Opera House

Opera Holland Park is thrilled to present "The Yeomen of the Guard" by the renowned duo W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan, in a captivating new production set to take the stage in August 2024. This Shakespearean comedy, filled with broken hearts and broken vows, unfolds in the historic setting of the Tower of London, where Colonel Fairfax awaits execution on false charges of sorcery. The plot thickens with the arrival of two strolling players, Jack Point and Elsie Maynard, setting off a chain of daring escapes, misunderstandings, and reluctant marriage proposals.

This production marks the fourth collaboration between Opera Holland Park and Charles Court Opera, directed by John Savournin, who also stars as Wilfred Shadbolt, the Head Jailor and Assistant Tormentor. David Eaton will conduct the City of London Sinfonia, bringing this intricate musical score to life. The cast includes William Morgan as Colonel Fairfax, Matthew Kellett as Jack Point, Llio Evans as Elsie Maynard, and Samantha Price as Phoebe Meryll, among others.

Performances are scheduled from Wednesday, August 7th, through Saturday, August 10th, 2024, with evening shows at 7.30pm and a special matinee performance on Saturday at 2.00pm. Ticket prices range across several bands, from the premier seats at £175 (£167 for members) to the INSPIRE tickets at £24, subject to availability. Members can enjoy savings of up to £8 per ticket. Additionally, a Discovery Matinee on Saturday, August 10th, offers a relaxed environment for newcomers to opera or those who find traditional theatre settings inaccessible, with tickets available in various categories.

This production is sung in English with English surtitles, ensuring accessibility for all audiences. Special performances include a Discovery Matinee, a Touch Tour, and an Audio Described Performance on Saturday, August 10th. Enhance your experience by booking a picnic table for a memorable evening at Opera Holland Park.

Join us for a mesmerizing rendition of "The Yeomen of the Guard," a tale of love, intrigue, and comedy, set against the backdrop of one of England's most famous historical landmarks. Book your tickets now for an unforgettable opera experience.

The Yeomen of the Guard

Opera Holland Park

Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic opera is packed full of sentimental pirates, blundering policemen and absurd adventures. Frederic, a pirate’s apprentice, falls head-over-heels in love with Mabel, the daughter of a Major-General. He is due to be released from his apprenticeship on his 21st birthday from the Pirate King, but there’s a snag. Born on a Leap Year, Frederic discovers that he is technically still a lad. Although very much in love, his dedication to duty is unshakeable.

Plaza Theatre Company

So it’s a huge relief when timid Robin Oakapple is revealed as his long-lost elder brother and the true inheritor of the curse. Robin’s romance with the faultlessly correct Rose Maybud looks doomed, but his troubles really start when his feeble crimes drag his exasperated ancestors back from the dead to haunt him…

Arthur Sullivan

Events

Dec 3, 2023 - Jun 12, 2024

The Pirates of Penzance · Staatstheater Mainz

11 - 18 May, 2024

Iolanthe · Bronx Opera

Jun 29 - Aug 4, 2024

The Pirates of Penzance · Central City Opera

7 - 10 Aug, 2024

The Yeomen of the Guard · Opera Holland Park

Aug 16 - Sep 14, 2024

The Pirates of Penzance · Plaza Theatre Company

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