Gilbert & Sullivan opera : an assessment / by Audrey Williamson.
| Author/creator | Williamson, Audrey |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | Revised version. |
| Publication Info | London ; Boston : Marion Boyars, 1982. |
| Description | xii, 292 pages, 32 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Biography and background -- Beginnings: Cox and Box and Thespis -- The first success: Trial by Jury-- The Sorcerer -- The first furore: H.M.S. Pinafore -- The Pirates of Penzance -- The first Savoy opera: Patience -- Iolanthe -- Princess Ida -- The Mikado -- Ruddigore -- The Yeomen of the Guard -- The Gondoliers -- The end: Utopia Limited and The Grand Duke -- Tradition and the future. |
| Abstract | Traces the history of the Gilbert and Sullivan partnership, critically examines each of their works, and discusses specific productions of the operas. |
| General note | Includes index. |
| LCCN | 81071899 |
| ISBN | 0714527661 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Closed Stacks - Ask at Circulation Desk | ML410.S95 W489 1982 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |