The Pirates of Penzance

2010/2011

Music by Arthur Sullivan
Libretto by W.S. Gilbert
Libretto adaptation and stage direction
by Diane Garton Edie
Musical adaptation by Bill Lutes
Musical direction by Jeffrey Sykes

Welcome aboard, matey! Join in the fun as the Pirate King, Ruth, and Frederic meet Mabel and the Major General for some olde English merriment. Romance blossoms, loyalty is put to the test and mistakes are forgiven in this "jolly good" adaptation of Gilbert and Sullivan's comic masterpiece.

With its zany word play and physical comedy, The Pirates of Penzance is an excellent springboard for discussion of time-honored values such as honesty, integrity, and respect for commitment.

Sixteen students from each school will perform on stage as the chorus of rollicking pirates, carefree wards, and timid police constables.

Opera for the Young is now taking reservations for our 2010/2011 tour. Contact Tour Manager Sarah Smogoleski at booking@operafortheyoung.org or call the OFY office at (608) 277-9560.

Last Updated: February 2, 2010