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Pirates of Penzance

Closing: August 24, 2001

Pirates of Penzance - 2001 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Set sail with this classic comedy that boasts one of the most famous patter songs in musical theatre history. The wit and whimsy of Gilbert and Sullivan's classic score is suffused with a modern sensibility in The Pirates of Penzance JR., a swashbuckling musical journey!

Set on the rocky coast of Cornwall, England, The Pirates of Penzance begins with a group of pirates who are celebrating the birthday of one of their own, Frederic, who has reached his 21st year. Finally having served the full length of his required time with the pirates, he decides to strike off on his own and become an upstanding citizen – which may even mean bringing the pirates to justice. Thus turns out to be a tricky prospect indeed, especially when Frederic's freedom is called into question!


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Pirates of Penzance History

Other Productions of Pirates of Penzance

2001   Off-Broadway
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Pirates of Penzance - 2001 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Pirates of Penzance — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Choreographer Tony Parise
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Revival On Deck Entertainment
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Revival Brett Singer
2002 The Lortels Outstanding Revival Diane Krausz

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