The Pirates of Penzance
Operetta - Revival
44th Street Theatre
Data not verified
- First Preview:
- Opening Date: October 7, 1940
- Closing Date: October 15, 1940
- Previews: 0
- Performances: 6
Playwright: W. S. Gilbert
Libretto: W. S. Gilbert
Music: Sir Arthur Sullivan
Synopsis
Young Frederic has turned 21 and thus completed his apprenticeship to a band of kindhearted pirates. He falls for Mabel, the lovely daughter of law-enforcer Major-General Stanley, only to learn that his birthday falls on Feb. 29, which means he is technically still a pirate.
Opening Night Cast
| Carlton Bentley | Frederic Chorus |
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| Miriam Bentley | Edith | |
| Anne Dawson | Chorus Ruth |
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| Robert Eckles | The Sergeant of Police | |
| Frank Kierman | Major General Stanley | |
| Kathryn Lewis | Kate |
Opening Night Production Credits
| W. S. Gilbert | Writer | |
| Sir Arthur Sullivan | Music | |
| Charles Alan | Director | |
| Felicia Sorel | Choreographer | |
| Samuel Leve | Scenic Design | |
| Lyric Opera Co. | Producer |
