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Prepare yourself for an evening of mayhem, madness, and delightful misunderstandings as Iolanthe opera graces the stage of the London Coliseum for a strictly limited run. Book your tickets before they sell out!
Iolanthe by Gilbert & Sullivan, is a satirical fantasy. Strephon and Phyllis want to get married, but Phyllis needs the Lord Chancellor's permission because she is a court-appointed ward. However, the Lord Chancellor desires her for himself. Iolanthe, an operetta with an infectious score and sharp humour that takes aim at peers of the realm and the British political system, also features very obvious depictions of Queen Victoria and William Gladstone, the time's liberal prime minister.
In this spectacle by Gilbert and Sullivan, life in the fairy realm and in Parliament are flipped around. Cal McCrystal returns to helm this performance with his trademark gleefully chaotic physical comedy, irreverence, and inventive wordplay. Former ENO Harewood Artist Samantha Price, who plays Iolanthe, leads a cast of ENO favourites, which also features baritone Marcus Farnsworth as Strephon. Iolanthe is an ideal performance for you if you like magical, hilarious operettas with a dash of political critique. What are you waiting for? Book your Iolanthe tickets now!
The Story
In Iolanthe, a delightful tale unfolds as Phyllis and Strephon, an extraordinary half-man, half-fairy couple, long to marry. However, an obstacle stands in their way – as Phyllis is under the care of the court, she must seek the Lord Chancellor's approval. Unfortunately, the Lord Chancellor harbors his own desires and wants Phyllis all to himself.
With Sullivan's enchanting melodies complementing Gilbert's clever libretto, the operetta skillfully satirizes the vanities and egos of the peers of the realm. Moreover, Iolanthe takes a keen aim at the toxicity of celebrity culture. It artfully portrays thinly veiled characters representing the notable figures of late Victorian society, including sly references to Queen Victoria, her personal servant and 'close companion' John Brown, the reformist Tory Lord Randolph Churchill, and the serving Liberal Prime Minister William Gladstone. This intriguing blend of romance, satire, and clever commentary makes Iolanthe a timeless and captivating masterpiece. Book your Iolanthe tickets today!
Great For
Opera Lovers | Comedy Fans | Political Satire Enthusiasts
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Show Details
Genre: Opera
Duration: 2 hr 50 min with one interval
Audience: To be confirmed
Opening Date: 5 Oct 2023
Closing Date: 25 Oct 2023
Theatre Name: London Coliseum
Theatre Capacity: 2359
London Coliseum Seating Plan >
Theatre Facilities: Toilets, Bar, Restaurant
Dress Code: Smart casual
Cast & Crew
Leading Roles
Samantha Price as Iolanthe
Ellie Laugharne as Phyllis
Catherine Wyn-Rogers as Queen of the Fairies
Marcus Farnsworth as Strephon
John Savournin as Lord Chancellor
Conductor
Chris Hopkins
Director
Cal McCrystal
Designer (Sets and Costumes)
Paul Brown
Additional Tips
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Keep in mind, most London theaters are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.
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The BSL performance will be held on 24 Oct 2023 at 7 PM.
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- You will receive an email with your lolanthe voucher. Please display the same on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID.
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