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H.M.S. Pinafore - 1989 New York History , Info & More

Her Majesty's Ship Pinafore is setting sail for the splash hit event of the summer! Gilbert and Sullivan's first blockbuster is among the most crowd-pleasing comic musicals in history, loved for its dynamite songs, gleefully entertaining story and saucy satire. The captain's daughter is in love with an ordinary sailor but her father has a more sophisticated suitor in mind. Will she and her beloved defy convention and set sail for love? Filled with Sullivan's memorable melodies – infused with fresh musical arrangements ranging from big band swing to classic pop – H.M.S. Pinafore is pure joy and sensational entertainment for everyone, young or old!


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Theatergoing in the Time of The Gilded Age
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 24, 2025


The Gilded Age recently wrapped up its third season on HBO, to record-setting viewership. Much to the delight of theatre fans, the cast of the show includes a wealth of actors who are beloved for their work in theatre. Cast by Adam Caldwell and Bernie Telsey, The Gilded Age shoots in the New York area, which gave the team the ability to cast many actors who regularly work in theatre.

Stage and Screen Actor Timothy West Dies at Age 90
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024


BroadwayWorld is sad to report that Timothy Lancaster West, CBE, stage and screen actor, has died at age 90. Read the full obituary for Timothy West here.

Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 24, 2023


The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards, honoring the best in regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; Alley Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022


The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; at Points North Theatre Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022


The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards; Alley Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022


The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Houston Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

BWW Morning Brief December 28th, 2017: Off-Off-Broadway Openings, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 28, 2017


Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: H.M.S. PINAFORE and THE ENLIGHTENMENT OF MR. MOLE begin performances off-off-Broadway, and more!

UConn Avery Point Celebrates the Opening of SAILORS, SEA, CREATURES, AND STRINGS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2017


UConn Avery Point, in collaboration with UConn School of Fine Arts and the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut will present the opening of a new exhibition--Sailors, Sea Creatures and Strings: Maritime Puppets from the Collections of the Ballard Institute--on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m., with refreshments served at 6 p.m. and a free tour beginning at 6:30 p.m. All events will take place in the exhibition space located on the second floor of Branford House at UConn Avery Point. UConn Avery Point is located at 1084 Shennecossett Road, Groton, Connecticut 06340. The exhibition will be on display through Dec. 17, 2017.

Paul Bradley, Steve Nallon & More to Lead DEAD SHEEP UK Tour
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 1, 2016


Jonathan Maitland's debut play, DEAD SHEEP, directed by Ian Talbot OBE, will tour the UK from 6 September - 28 November 2016. Steve Nallon will return to the production to star as 'Margaret Thatcher', having portrayed her for many years on the political puppetry satire Spitting Image. Paul Bradley, best known for playing 'Professor Elliot Hope' in Holby City, will play 'Geoffrey Howe', Carol Royle will play 'Elspeth Howe', Graham Seed will play 'Ian Gow / Nigel Lawson', Tony Bell will play 'Bernard Ingham / Alan Clark / Dennis Thatcher' and John Wark will play 'Stephen Wall / Brian Walden'.

Full Cast Set for World Premiere of DEAD SHEEP at Park Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 2, 2015


The true story of how Mrs. Thatcher, the most divisive Prime Minister of modern times, was brought down by her one time friend and political soul mate.

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Manfred Honeck Present MUSIC FOR THE SPIRIT This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Nov 20, 2014


Music has the power to touch the human spirit, transcending time, place, boundaries and language and spurring understanding and connection. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Manfred Honeck are deeply committed to music's ability to promote and spread a spiritual and universal message, and to that end invite the public to two free 'Music for the Spirit' concerts tonight, November 20 at 7:30 p.m. in Westminster Presbyterian Church in Upper St. Clair and on Saturday, November 22 at 8 p.m. at Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic High School in Cranberry.

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Manfred Honeck Present MUSIC FOR THE SPIRIT, 11/20-22
by BWW News Desk - Oct 16, 2014


Music has the power to touch the human spirit, transcending time, place, boundaries and language and spurring understanding and connection. The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Manfred Honeck are deeply committed to music's ability to promote and spread a spiritual and universal message, and to that end invite the public to two free "Music for the Spirit" concerts on Thursday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m. in Westminster Presbyterian Church in Upper St. Clair and on Saturday, November 22 at 8 p.m. at Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic High School in Cranberry.

Cabrillo Music Theatre's CINDERELLA Runs 7/23-8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 19, 2010


A pumpkin turns into a carriage, mice become horses, and a young girl becomes a beautiful princess when Cabrillo Music Theatre's production of CINDERELLA weaves a spell on audiences at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza.

A CASE OF LIBEL Plays Dayton Playhouse, Runs 5/21-6/6
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2010


A Case of Libel is based on the historical libel case of the 1950's, Reynolds v. Pegler. A celebrated war correspondent engages a well-known attorney and files a libel suit against a widely syndicated newspaper columnist who not only attacks his reputation and personal life, but also his patriotism.

Cabrillo Music Theatre's CINDERELLA Runs 7/23-8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 3, 2010


A pumpkin turns into a carriage, mice become horses, and a young girl becomes a beautiful princess when Cabrillo Music Theatre's production of CINDERELLA weaves a spell on audiences at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza.

A CASE OF LIBEL Plays Dayton Playhouse, Runs 5/21-6/6
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2010


A Case of Libel is based on the historical libel case of the 1950's, Reynolds v. Pegler. A celebrated war correspondent engages a well-known attorney and files a libel suit against a widely syndicated newspaper columnist who not only attacks his reputation and personal life, but also his patriotism.

A CASE OF LIBEL Plays Dayton Playhouse, Runs 5/21-6/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2010


A Case of Libel is based on the historical libel case of the 1950's, Reynolds v. Pegler. A celebrated war correspondent engages a well-known attorney and files a libel suit against a widely syndicated newspaper columnist who not only attacks his reputation and personal life, but also his patriotism.

Napa Valley Opera House Announces Summer 2010 Schedule
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2010


Napa Valley Opera House Summer 2010 Season Line Up - Tickets on sale NOW. A note from Artistic Director Evy Warshawski -This time of year is definitely one of my favorites. From May through Labor Day, I have the pleasure of sharing with you the eclectic arts puzzle that is the NVOH summer season.

H.M.S. Pinafore History

Other Productions of H.M.S. Pinafore

1878   West End Original London Production
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1879   Broadway Unknown
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1899   Broadway Unknown
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1900   Broadway Unknown
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1911   Broadway Unknown
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1912   Broadway Unknown
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1914   Broadway Unknown
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1915   Broadway Broadway Revival
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1918   Broadway
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1926   Broadway Unknown
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1931   Broadway Broadway Revival
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1933   Broadway Broadway Revival
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1934   Broadway Broadway Revival
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1934   Broadway Broadway Revival
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1936   Broadway Unknown
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1961   Off-Broadway American Savoyard Revival
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1965   Off-Broadway American Savoyard Revival
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1976   Broadway Unknown
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1979   Off-Broadway LOOM Revival
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1979   Off-Broadway LOOM Revival [Return Engagement]
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1982   Off-Broadway LOOM Revival
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1985   Off-Broadway LOOM Revival
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2007   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
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