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The Complete Annotated Gilbert & Sullivan,New
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The Comic Operas Of Gilbert And Sullivan Are A Performing Arts Phenomenon. Wildly Popular When First Produced, They Are If Anything Even More Popular Today. The Savoy Operas Are Available On Records And Compact Discs, On Audio And Video Tapes, On Television, Film, And Radio, As Well As Through The More Traditional Medium Of Stage Performances By Both Amateur And Professional Companies. Indeed, The Works Of Gilbert And Sullivan Are Produced More Frequently Than The Plays Of Rodgers And Hammerstein Or Any Other Musical Partnership.The Complete Annotated Gilbert & Sullivan Provides The Complete Text Of All Thirteen Gilbert And Sullivan Operas Still Performed Today, From Trial By Jury And The Sorcerer To Utopia Unlimited And The Grand Duke, And Including All Their Greatest Triumphsh.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates Of Penzance, And The Mikado. No Other Book Provides Such Extensive Commentary On The Texts Of The Savoy Operas. Each Work Is Thoroughly Annotated, With The Text, Including Stage Directions, Given On The Righthand Page, And The Notes On The Left (Keyed By Line Numbers). The Annotations Provide A Wealth Of Informationeverything From The Identity Of Reallife People Mentioned In The Opera, To Clear Explanations Of Obscure Words And Phrases (Such As Legal Terms) And Other Literary References, To Comments From Firstnight Critics, And Much More. In Addition, Bradley Has Written A Marvelously Informative Introduction To The Book As Well As Superb Introductions To Each Piece, Describing The Genesis Of The Work, Its Performance History, And Other Fascinating Tidbits (For Instance, Sullivan Wrote The Music For H.M.S. Pinafore While Wracked With Pain From A Kidney Stone, And He Wrote The Score Of The Pirates Of Penzance While Living At 45 East 20Th Street, In New York City).A Goldmine Of Information On The Most Popular Light Operas In The Repertoire, The Complete Annotated Gilbert & Sullivan Will Delight The Hearts Of Savoyards Everywhere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Complete Annotated Gilbert & Sullivan' about? A: 'The Complete Annotated Gilbert & Sullivan' is a comprehensive collection of the complete text of all thirteen Gilbert and Sullivan operas still performed today, along with extensive annotations and commentary on each work.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Ian Bradley, who provides informative introductions and detailed annotations for each opera.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 1216 pages, offering extensive insights into the operas and their historical context.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Complete Annotated Gilbert & Sullivan' is available in a hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality feel.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on October 3, 1996, making it a well-established resource for enthusiasts of Gilbert and Sullivan's works.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the annotations and introductions make it suitable for both beginners and seasoned fans of Gilbert and Sullivan, providing context and explanations that enhance understanding.
- Q: What unique features does this book offer? A: This book features extensive annotations that explain obscure words, literary references, and insights from first-night critics, along with comprehensive commentary for each opera.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or images in the book? A: The book primarily focuses on text and annotations, and it does not emphasize illustrations or images; its value lies in the detailed commentary provided.
- Q: Can this book be used for performance preparation? A: Yes, the detailed annotations and commentary can be highly beneficial for performers preparing for productions of Gilbert and Sullivan operas.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: The book is an 'Annotated edition,' which means it contains in-depth commentary and notes that provide additional insights into the operas.