The Mikado
Synopsis
In a small Japanese town, Ko-Ko is appointed to the unenviable position of executioner. Knowing he must successfully perform before the appearance of the Mikado in a month's time, Ko-Ko finds a suitable victim in Nanki-Poo, who is distraught over his unrequited love for the maiden Yum-Yum. Nanki-Poo agrees to sacrifice his life if he is allowed to spend his remaining days with Yum-Yum, who is betrothed to Ko-Ko. Opera Australia production filmed at The Arts Centre Melbourne.
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I've Got a Little List - The Mikado - Gilbert and Sullivan
Type: Clip • Published 2011-11-17
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stuart Maunder
- Screenplay & Story
- William S. Gilbert
- Original Score
- Arthur Sullivan
- Original Title
- The Mikado
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 19m
- Production Studios
- Opera Australia, Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stuart Maunder
William S. Gilbert
Arthur Sullivan
Sam Russell
Department Leadership Roster
Stuart Maunder
Director
Sam Russell
Producer
Arthur Sullivan
Original Music Composer
William S. Gilbert
Writer
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What is The Mikado about?
In a small Japanese town, Ko-Ko is appointed to the unenviable position of executioner. Knowing he must successfully perform before the appearance of the Mikado in a month's time, Ko-Ko finds a suitable victim in Nanki-Poo, who is distraught over his unrequited love for the maiden Yum-Yum. Nanki-Poo agrees to sacrifice his life if he is allowed to spend his remaining days with Yum-Yum, who is betrothed to Ko-Ko. Opera Australia production filmed at The Arts Centre Melbourne.
Who directed The Mikado?
The Mikado was directed by Stuart Maunder.
Who stars in The Mikado?
The principal cast of The Mikado includes Richard Alexander, Mitchell Butel, Samuel Dundas, Warwick Fyfe, Kanen Breen.
When was The Mikado released and how long is it?
The Mikado was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 2h 19m.
Who composed the musical score for The Mikado?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Mikado was composed by Arthur Sullivan.