Gilbert and Sullivan
At the height of Gilbert and Sullivan's powers in the late 19th Century, the Savoy Theatre in London was built by impresario Richard D'Oyly Carte specifically to stage their works. Their cultural impact is undeniable and their surreal comedy musicals are still loved today. Below is Alice's collection of their works committed to celluloid, along with Mike Leigh's tribute 'Topsy-Turvy'.
The Pirates of Penzance (1982)
6.6/10
Starring: Keith Michell, Alexander Oliver, Peter Allen
"I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General", "Poor Wandering One" and "The Pirate King's Song" are among the popular Gilbert and Sullivan tunes in... Read more
H.M.S. Pinafore (1982)
6/10
Starring: Peter Marshall, Frankie Howerd, Meryl Drower
"Let's give three cheers for the sailor's bride", and for this beloved Gilbert and Sullivan operetta that gently tweaks the British Navy, introduces s... Read more
Iolanthe (1982)
7.2/10
Director: Dave Heather
Starring: Richard Van Allan, Derek Hammond-Stroud
The magical residents of Fairyland interact with Parliaments' House of Lords in this Gilbert and Sullivan creation starring Beverly Mills, Derek Hammo... Read more