Open Air Theatre - Illyria - The Pirates of Penzance
Set against the stunning backdrop of Raby Castle, join Illyria Theatre for a lively open-air performance of the much-loved comic opera, The Pirates of Penzance.
Frederic was accidentally apprenticed to a band of pirates as a child and believes he is finally free when he reaches his 21st birthday. Determined to leave piracy behind and dedicate his life to their destruction, he bids farewell to the Pirate King and sets his sights on a brighter future with his beloved Mabel.
However, there is a catch. Born on 29 February, Frederic has technically celebrated only four birthdays. According to the small print of his apprenticeship contract, he must remain bound to the pirates until he has reached his 21st birthday in leap years – leaving him with another 63 years of service ahead.
With only the well-meaning constabulary of Penzance to defend him, can Frederic escape his fate? And will Mabel be willing to wait until he is 84?
Performed by a talented six-strong cast of actor-singers, accompanied by a fully orchestrated score, this sparkling production features some of Gilbert and Sullivan's most famous songs, including "I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General", "A Policeman's Lot Is Not a Happy One", and "Oh, Better Far to Live and Die (The Pirate King)".
Packed with unforgettable music, witty satire and laugh-out-loud comedy, The Pirates of Penzance remains as fresh, entertaining and relevant today as when it first premiered. A perfect evening of outdoor theatre for audiences of all ages.
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Set against the stunning backdrop of Raby Castle, join Illyria Theatre for a lively open-air performance of the much-loved comic opera, The Pirates of Penzance.
Frederic was accidentally apprenticed to a band of pirates as a child and believes he is finally free when he reaches his 21st birthday. Determined to leave piracy behind and dedicate his life to their destruction, he bids farewell to the Pirate King and sets his sights on a brighter future with his beloved Mabel.
However, there is a catch. Born on 29 February, Frederic has technically celebrated only four birthdays. According to the small print of his apprenticeship contract, he must remain bound to the pirates until he has reached his 21st birthday in leap years – leaving him with another 63 years of service ahead.
With only the well-meaning constabulary of Penzance to defend him, can Frederic escape his fate? And will Mabel be willing to wait until he is 84?
Performed by a talented six-strong cast of actor-singers, accompanied by a fully orchestrated score, this sparkling production features some of Gilbert and Sullivan's most famous songs, including "I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General", "A Policeman's Lot Is Not a Happy One", and "Oh, Better Far to Live and Die (The Pirate King)".
Packed with unforgettable music, witty satire and laugh-out-loud comedy, The Pirates of Penzance remains as fresh, entertaining and relevant today as when it first premiered. A perfect evening of outdoor theatre for audiences of all ages.
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