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Video: Watch PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL's Final Curtain Call on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2025-07-28 12:18:44
Video: Ramin Karimloo Sings 'I Am A Pirate King' in PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - 2025-07-08 12:35:23
Video: David Hyde Pierce Discusses Broadway Return and Passion for Live Comedy on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-21 13:08:54
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Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center
by Cary Ginell - Jul 12, 2026
What did our critic think of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center?
by Cary Ginell - Jul 12, 2026
What did our critic think of THE WIZARD OF OZ at Bank Of America Performing Arts Center?
Listen: Opera Picciona Records Lost Songs From Gilbert And Sullivan’s Iolanthe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Opera Picciona has recorded three cut songs from Gilbert and Sullivan's IOLANTHE after researcher Marc Shepherd found the manuscript scores misfiled at the British Library, where they had been held since the D'Oyly Carte archive was acquired in 2015.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Opera Picciona has recorded three cut songs from Gilbert and Sullivan's IOLANTHE after researcher Marc Shepherd found the manuscript scores misfiled at the British Library, where they had been held since the D'Oyly Carte archive was acquired in 2015.
THE GONDOLIERS Singers Will Perform at River Oaks Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Singers from the Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston's upcoming production of THE GONDOLIERS will perform at River Oaks Theatre ahead of a screening of the 1999 Mike Leigh film Topsy-Turvy.
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Singers from the Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston's upcoming production of THE GONDOLIERS will perform at River Oaks Theatre ahead of a screening of the 1999 Mike Leigh film Topsy-Turvy.
Opera Picciona to Present Mozart/Offenbach Double Bill With BASTIEN UND BASTIENNE and LE 66
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026
Opera Picciona will stage Bastien Und Bastienne and Le 66 at the Fred and Adele Astaire Ballroom in New York on June 26 and 27, 2026, marking the company's inaugural production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026
Opera Picciona will stage Bastien Und Bastienne and Le 66 at the Fred and Adele Astaire Ballroom in New York on June 26 and 27, 2026, marking the company's inaugural production.
Blue Hill Troupe to Stage RUDDIGORE at El Museo del Barrio This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
The Blue Hill Troupe will conclude its 102nd season with a production of Gilbert & Sullivan's RUDDIGORE at El Teatro of El Museo del Barrio, located on New York's Upper East Side, from April 15-19, 2026. Directed by Adrienne Boris and featuring a cast of Equity actors, this operetta combines elements of musical comedy, melodrama, and romance.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2026
The Blue Hill Troupe will conclude its 102nd season with a production of Gilbert & Sullivan's RUDDIGORE at El Teatro of El Museo del Barrio, located on New York's Upper East Side, from April 15-19, 2026. Directed by Adrienne Boris and featuring a cast of Equity actors, this operetta combines elements of musical comedy, melodrama, and romance.
LA TRAVIATA, H.M.S. PINAFORE and More Set for Sarasota Opera 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026
After celebrating the 2026 centennial of the Sarasota Opera House during its current season, Sarasota Opera has revealed the five mainstage productions of its 2026-27 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026
After celebrating the 2026 centennial of the Sarasota Opera House during its current season, Sarasota Opera has revealed the five mainstage productions of its 2026-27 season.
Quintessence Theatre Extends Holiday Production Of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2025
Due to popular demand, Quintessence Theatre (Quintessence) (7137 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19119) extended its holiday production of W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan's comic opera, The Pirates of Penzance.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2025
Due to popular demand, Quintessence Theatre (Quintessence) (7137 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19119) extended its holiday production of W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan's comic opera, The Pirates of Penzance.
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Original Broadway Cast Recording Out on CD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Center Stage Records has released the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical on CD. The album is also available in streaming and digital formats.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Center Stage Records has released the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical on CD. The album is also available in streaming and digital formats.
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE Comes to Quintessence Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2025
On November 19, Quintessence Theatre will continue its 16th season with The Pirates of Penzance, the beloved comic opera by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2025
On November 19, Quintessence Theatre will continue its 16th season with The Pirates of Penzance, the beloved comic opera by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan.
Listen: PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Broadway Cast Recording is Available to Stream Now
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical is available in streaming and digital formats now. Listen to the full album and find out how to pre-order the CD here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical is available in streaming and digital formats now. Listen to the full album and find out how to pre-order the CD here!
Broadway Streaming Guide: October 2025 - Where to Watch HAZBIN HOTEL Season Two & More
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2025
This October, stream Hazbin Hotel Season 2 and enjoy new movies and shows, including Elsbeth and The Woman in Cabin 10. Don't miss out!
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2025
This October, stream Hazbin Hotel Season 2 and enjoy new movies and shows, including Elsbeth and The Woman in Cabin 10. Don't miss out!
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL OBC Recording to Have October Release
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025
Center Stage Records will release the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical next month. Learn more about the album and see how to stream here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025
Center Stage Records will release the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical next month. Learn more about the album and see how to stream here!
Video: Watch PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL's Final Curtain Call on Broadway
by Michael Major - Jul 28, 2025
Pirates! the Penzance Musical ended its limited run on Broadway yesterday. Watch a video of the cast, led by David Hyde Pierce, Ramin Karimloo, and Jinkx Monsoon, take their final bows in the production!
by Michael Major - Jul 28, 2025
Pirates! the Penzance Musical ended its limited run on Broadway yesterday. Watch a video of the cast, led by David Hyde Pierce, Ramin Karimloo, and Jinkx Monsoon, take their final bows in the production!
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 27, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company 's revival of Pirates! The Penzance Musical closes at the Todd Haimes Theatre following 21 previews and 109 regular performances.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 27, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company 's revival of Pirates! The Penzance Musical closes at the Todd Haimes Theatre following 21 previews and 109 regular performances.
Video: Ramin Karimloo Sings 'I Am A Pirate King' in PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL
by Michael Major - Jul 8, 2025
Watch a new video clip of Ramin Karimloo singing 'I Am A Pirate King' in Roundabout Theatre Company's Pirates! the Penzance Musical on Broadway. The Tony-nominated musical is now running with a limited engagement through July 27.
by Michael Major - Jul 8, 2025
Watch a new video clip of Ramin Karimloo singing 'I Am A Pirate King' in Roundabout Theatre Company's Pirates! the Penzance Musical on Broadway. The Tony-nominated musical is now running with a limited engagement through July 27.
Review: H.M.S. PINAFORE by Gilbert And Sullivan Austin At MacTheatre
by Sabrina Wallace - Jun 18, 2025
Gilbert & Sullivan Austin's H.M.S. Pinafore sets sail with sharp satire, standout ensemble work, & pitch-perfect wit. Highlights: “When I Was a Lad” + a Cousin who steals every scene. Victorian absurdity never felt so fresh. Anchors ahoy!
by Sabrina Wallace - Jun 18, 2025
Gilbert & Sullivan Austin's H.M.S. Pinafore sets sail with sharp satire, standout ensemble work, & pitch-perfect wit. Highlights: “When I Was a Lad” + a Cousin who steals every scene. Victorian absurdity never felt so fresh. Anchors ahoy!
PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL Original Broadway Cast Recording Out This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical will be released on CD and streaming and digital formats this summer. Limited engagement runs through July 27, 2025, on Broadway at the Todd Haimes Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Pirates! The Penzance Musical will be released on CD and streaming and digital formats this summer. Limited engagement runs through July 27, 2025, on Broadway at the Todd Haimes Theatre.
Franklin Light Opera to Present THE BEST OF GILBERT & SULLIVAN
by Emmy Rice - May 31, 2025
Franklin Light Opera will present the return of The Best of Gilbert & Sullivan concert next weekend. Performances will be at The Church of the Resurrection, 1216 Sneed Rd W in Franklin at 7pm on Saturday June 7 and at 2pm on Sunday June 8.
by Emmy Rice - May 31, 2025
Franklin Light Opera will present the return of The Best of Gilbert & Sullivan concert next weekend. Performances will be at The Church of the Resurrection, 1216 Sneed Rd W in Franklin at 7pm on Saturday June 7 and at 2pm on Sunday June 8.
Video: David Hyde Pierce Explains the New Orleans Setting of PIRATES!
by Josh Sharpe - May 23, 2025
To commemorate his return to the Broadway stage, David Hyde Pierce visited the TODAY Show on Friday, discussing Pirates! The Penzance Musical. Watch the interview now!
by Josh Sharpe - May 23, 2025
To commemorate his return to the Broadway stage, David Hyde Pierce visited the TODAY Show on Friday, discussing Pirates! The Penzance Musical. Watch the interview now!
Gilbert & Sullivan Society Houston Brings THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE to River Oaks Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025
The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston will present the 1983 movie musical, “The Pirates of Penzance” at the historic River Oaks Theatre, with $5 of every ticket sold benefiting the Society.
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2025
The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston will present the 1983 movie musical, “The Pirates of Penzance” at the historic River Oaks Theatre, with $5 of every ticket sold benefiting the Society.
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W.S. Gilbert has written 4 shows including His Excellency (Libretto), The Grand Duke (Bookwriter/Lyricist), An Evening With W.S. Gilbert (Lyricist), Operetta, My Dear Watson (Lyricist).
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