H.M.S. Pinafore
Synopsis
Captain's daughter Josephine and common sailor Ralph Rackstraw are in love. However, their relationship is complicated by her arranged marriage to the high-ranking Sir Joseph Porter. A secret about the characters' true identities revealed by Little Buttercup, which leads to a farcical resolution. Performed by The National Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company at the G&S Festival, Buxton Opera House in 2001.
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August 11, 2001
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Reed
- Screenplay & Story
- William S. Gilbert
- Original Title
- H.M.S. Pinafore
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Reed
William S. Gilbert
Department Leadership Roster
John Reed
Director
William S. Gilbert
Writer
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What is H.M.S. Pinafore about?
Captain's daughter Josephine and common sailor Ralph Rackstraw are in love. However, their relationship is complicated by her arranged marriage to the high-ranking Sir Joseph Porter. A secret about the characters' true identities revealed by Little Buttercup, which leads to a farcical resolution. Performed by The National Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company at the G&S Festival, Buxton Opera House in 2001.
Who directed H.M.S. Pinafore?
H.M.S. Pinafore was directed by John Reed.
Who stars in H.M.S. Pinafore?
The principal cast of H.M.S. Pinafore includes Joseph Shovelton, Janet Fairlie, Mark Evans.
When was H.M.S. Pinafore released and how long is it?
H.M.S. Pinafore was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.