Wolverton Gilbert & Sullivan Society continues its 40th anniversary celebrations with a special performance as part of the fringe at the 2015 International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival in Harrogate.
The Society is delighted to have been accepted to perform its production of The Zoo at this prestigious event in a unique collaboration with its sister society, Putteridge Bury G & S.
With music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by B. C. Stephenson, this rarely performed farce follows two pairs of lovers.
The first, a nobleman in disguise who eats himself stupid to woo the girl who runs the refreshment stall at the local zoo, and the second a young chemist who believes he’s poisoned his beloved!
With a sharp and witty plot that twists and turns delightfully, the British public enjoy a lovely day out with a little touch of drama.
The double bill takes place this Saturday (August 22) and also features a fairy tale production of 'Trial by Jury' by Putteridge Bury G& S Society.
Members from both societies are taking part in both shows.
Tickets are available from the Festival Box Office: www.gsfestivals.org/content/harrogate-theatre-programme
The three week International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival was founded in 1994 by Ian Smith and his son Neil, and is held every summer in England.
It's a big affair too - the performances and fringe events attract some 40,000 visitors, including performers, supporters, and G&S enthusiasts from all around the world.
Wolverton G & S start rehearsals for their 2016 show, The Mikado, on 11th September and new members are always welcome – for more information tap to the website www.wolvertongands.co.uk
Images by Robert Skears www.shotz4u.co.uk
