"Pirates of Penzance" by Gilbert and Sullivan; Directed by Jonathan Patterson in his 6th season with Savoy; Musical director Michal Novotny.Robin Alder founded the Savoy Society at McGill in 1963. Forty-six years later it is still strong as a new generation with sails at full mast are hitting the high C's on this new voyage. A bevy of pirates and damsels keep things a-float as they hit a high note with this production of Gilbert and Sullivan's popular classic, Pirates of Penzance .
Featuring a huge ensemble cast of 32 and and equally large orchestra of 32 instruments these talented actors/vocalists dance and sing their way onto the stage and into our hearts. They bringing joy and humor to the story and revive these familiar tunes to life. All are in very good voice, including great performances by both the engaging Michael Loewen as Frederick and the dashing Matthew McKeown as Pirate King; -Rebecca Woodmass is outstanding as the awe-inspiring Mabel. Costumes, set and lighting are all well conceived; direction is seamless and well choreographed. A very entertaining and light hearted with very broad appeal!
Produced by the McGill Savoy Society, playing at the Moyse Hall McGill Campus, February 12 to 20. Tickets 20$ to 12$ www.mcgillsavoy.ca
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