The G&S classic… re-wired and re-booted.
(Swash) buckle up for an epic voyage…
Hayes Artistic Directors Richard Carroll and Victoria Falconer harness the irreverent, genre-busting spirit of a sprawling, satirical, musical masterwork, and bring it to raucous new life for a 21st-century audience. This brand-new, boisterously joyful adaptation is brought to life by just four bold performers.
Between them, this intrepid quartet bring to life:
The Pirate King, devoted to a life of swashbuckling and skullduggery – as long as the hours aren’t too demanding.
Ruth, the nursemaid who hasn’t been entirely truthful, but who reveals a natural talent and appetite for piracy.
Mabel, a young woman thirsty for new experiences (and just plain thirsty).
Frederic, our young hero thrown into an existential battle between his old and new worlds by a series of irritating administrative errors.
A Major-General devoted to respectability, but tormented by the shame he has brought onto his ancestors-by-purchase.
Plus; the motley pirate crew, a troupe of singing police recruits, Mabel’s eclectic group of sisters; and the faithful piratical accomplice/pianist, Fish Cake.
Book onstage seating to really be a part of the action!
Event Details:
Dates: 14 February to 16th March 2025
Times:
Tuesday – Saturday 7:30pm
Thursday 1:00pm
Saturday 2:00pm
Sunday 5:00pm*No matinee performance on Thu 20 Feb
*Post show Q&A on Tuesday 25 February
*Captioned performance on Wednesday 5 MarchDuration: Approximately 2 hours – including interval
Ages: Not specified
Location: Hayes Theatre
Onstage seating: There are multiple onstage seating options for this performance, including Sofas, an Armchair and Table Seating. All chairs are cushioned, upholstered furniture. Table seating includes high stools.
Warnings: Some mildly salty language, comically inept stage combat, and risk of spontaneous harmonica. Also, theatrical haze and flashing lights.
Notes:
Wheelchair Accessible
Captioned Performance - WED 5 MAR