Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic opera, The Pirates of Penzance, is packed full of sentimental pirates, blundering policeman, absurd adventures and improbable paradoxes. Frederic, a pirate’s apprentice, falls head-over-heels in love with Mabel, the daughter of Major-General Stanley. Frederic is due to be released from his apprenticeship on his 21st birthday, but there’s a snag. Born on 29 February, Frederic discovers that he is technically still a youngster. Although very much in love, his dedication to duty is unshakeable. Can he find a way to live happily-ever-after with Mabel? Embark on a delightful journey with The Pirates of Penzance, where we unravel the captivating storyline of this timeless comic opera. Dive into the adventures of its charming characters, listen to the best songs (including famous tunes like the Major General’s patter song and ‘Climbing over Rocky Mountain’).

Production Team

Director: Joshua Carpenter
Musical Director/Producer: Fiona Sunderland
Musical Director: Alba Vega Alonso Tetilla
Assistant Musical Director: Sam Ecclestone-Brown
Producer: Imogen Norman
Costumier: Jenny Samuel
Costumier: Grace Almond

Principal Cast

Frederic: Darren Wu
Mabel: Grace Almond
Ruth: Imogen Norman
Pirate King: Harry Ashton-Key
Major General Stanley: Julia Bareta
Sergeant of Police: Sam Ecclestone-Brown
Edith: Maddie Skidmore
Kate: Anhelina Musiiaka
Samuel: William Randall
Isabel: Noreen Fernandes