Aired Tuesday July 27, 5:00am - 5:30amon Sky Arts

Gilbert and Sullivan: A Motley Pair

Simon Butteriss explores how the D'Oyly Carte's Comedy Opera Company assembled for The Sorcerer, and how HMS Pinafore and Pirates of Penzance paved the way for the modern musical.

Category
Documentary / Entertainment / History
Original air date
2010-12-08
Cast and crew
  • Tony BrittenDirector
  • Simon ButterissHost