The Pirates of penzance

Overview

Music by: Arthur Sullivan
Libretto by: W.S. Gilbert
Running Time: 2 hours and 25 minutes with one intermission

All hands on deck for The Pirates of Penzance, a swashbuckling tale of Frederic, a young man who’s reached the end of his pirate apprenticeship. When he falls in love with Mabel, his former shipmates throw a wrench into his plans, setting off a series of hilarious events pitting Frederic against his pirate clan. Filled with witty banter, catchy tunes, and a royal visit, Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance is a toe-tapping delight for audiences of all ages.

Sung in English with projected English translations.

This production of The Pirates of Penzance is an original production of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis. Scenery and Costumes designed by James Schuette. Costumes are the property of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis. Scenery owned by The Atlanta Opera and Palm Beach Opera.

This production is presented in collaboration with Classical Music Institute.