The Model of a Modern Musical:Gilbert and Sullivan’s Nautical Comic Operas; H.M.S. Pinafore and The Pirates of Penzance
Steve Reynolds
Director of plays and musicals,
Eventide Theatre & Cape Rep.,
Retired Wittenberg Theatre Professor
B.A. in British Literature from Tufts,
M.A. and Ph.D. in Theatre, University of Michigan.
Four Classes
10:30 – 12:00
Tuesday, October 5, 12, 19, 26
Starting with Pinafore, we will spend two sessions on each operetta looking at how the plot, character, thought, diction, music and spectacle work seamlessly to entertain both highbrow and lowbrow audiences. We will listen to the music, watch production videos, and discuss what we love or not about these shows.
