That Gilbert and Sullivan's operettas remain popular after so many years is testament to the quality of the music and the wit and human observation of the libretti. But some of the content seems dated to a contemporary audience, and I'm a great believer in the wisdom of making small alterations to increase appeal. That's why I'm looking forward so much to taking part in Robin Ozog's forthcoming production of The Pirates of Pittenweem. On the basis of Robin's past record we can anticipate some penetrating contemporary references and lots of humour, both verbal and slapstick. This will be a production with something for everybody, from young children to their grandparents.
But I'm aware that out there in bloggerland there are many G&S traditionalists, who feel that the original should be tampered with as little as possible in terms of setting and content. Do we lose something by modernising these perennial works? Let's hear your views and have a lively debate!
"I know the croaking chorus from the Frogs of Aristophanes"
But I'm aware that out there in bloggerland there are many G&S traditionalists, who feel that the original should be tampered with as little as possible in terms of setting and content. Do we lose something by modernising these perennial works? Let's hear your views and have a lively debate!
"I know the croaking chorus from the Frogs of Aristophanes"
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