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Mikado, Or The Town of Titipu (version 2)

Mikado, Or The Town of Titipu (version 2)

著者: W. S. Gilbert
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Welcome to the whimsical town of Titipu, where flirting could lead to a death sentence at the hands of the Mikado himself! But what unfolds when the Lord High Executioner finds himself facing execution? And what secrets does the wandering minstrel Nanki-Poo keep that draw the Mikado and his entourage to witness his fate? Premiering in 1885, The Mikado shattered records as the longest-running musical and continues to reign as one of Gilbert & Sullivans most beloved operettas. With themes of love and death wrapped in a humorous critique of British politics—set against an (ostensibly) Japanese backdrop—this timeless tale has captivated audiences for over 125 years.
Cast
The Mikado of Japan Alan Mapstone
Nanki-Poo Tomas Peter
Ko-Ko, Lord High Executioner RussellEric
Pooh-Bah, Lord High Everything Else Peter Yearsley
Pish-Tush ToddHW
Yum-Yum Availle
Pitti-Sing Beth Thomas
Peep-Bo Esther ben Simonides
Katisha TJ Burns
Chorus Adele de Pignerolles, Chuck Williamson, DrPGould, Rachel
Stage Directions read by Kathrine Engan
Audio Edited by Devorah Allen
Summary by Beth ThomasCopyright Family and Culture
アート エンターテインメント・舞台芸術 戯曲・演劇
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