The Pirates of Penzance

Operetta - Revival

Uris Theatre (January 08, 1981 - August 08, 1981)
Data not verified
  • First Preview:
  • Opening Date: May 6, 1976
  • Closing Date: May 23, 1976
  • Previews:
  • Performances: 8

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

John Ayldon The Pirate King
James Conroy-Ward Major General Stanley
Julia Goss Mabel
Lyndsie Holland Ruth
Jane Metcalfe Edith
Michael Rayner The Sergeant of Police
Meston Reid Frederic
Caroline Baker Kate
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Opening Night Production Credits

  W. S. Gilbert Writer
  Sir Arthur Sullivan Composed
  Michael Heyland Director
  Nelle Nugent General Manager
  Susan Gustafson Company Manager
  Herbert Newby Company Manager for Bridget D\'Oyly Carte Ltd.
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Shows That Opened That Season: 1975 - 1976

 
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