Possibly the most popular of the Gilbert and Sullivan operas, Pirates has suffered all manner of enhancements over the years. The Comic Opera Guild decided upon emphasizing the qualities of the original version in this production. A parody of the senseless calls of duty in opera, Pirates loses its satire when updated or broadway-ized.
Having been called in by Mabel (Alissa Rose), the police are none too happy to be facing pirates, carrying only a billy club. The Sergeant (Andrew Munn) commiserates with them and the perils of their profession. For more comic operas and operettas, visit comicoperaguild.org
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