Gilbert and Sullivan
The phrase "Gilbert and Sullivan" refers to the Victorian-era theatrical partnership of the librettist W.S. Gilbert (1836–1911)[1] and the composer Arthur Sullivan (1842–1900)[2] and to the works they jointly created[3].
Also found as "Gilbert & Sullivan" and often abbreviated to "G&S".
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Gilbert and Sullivan societies
In South Africa there have been a number of societies specialising in the production of Gilbert and Sullivan operas over the years, among them those specifically using the name Gilbert and Sullivan Society . To find out more, click on the name of appropriate company below:
South African Gilbert and Sullivan Societies
The Cape Town Gilbert and Sullivan Society
The Port Elizabeth Gilbert and Sullivan Society
Other companies producing Gilbert and Sullivan operas
The D'Oyly Carte Opera Company
The Edgar Perkins Lyric Opera Company
The Woodstock Amateur Operatic Society
Gilbert and Sullivan comic operas performed in South Africa
For details of productions, click on the particular play below.
Sources
http://www.gilbertandsullivan.co.za/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilbert_and_Sullivan
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W._S._Gilbert
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthur_Sullivan
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