The Yeomen of the Guard

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Event The Yeomen of the Guard
Venue New Zealand Opera - Wellington (1999-), Wellington, New Zealand
First Date 14 August 2009
Last Date 15 August 2009
Dates Estimated No
Status Amateur
World Premiere No
Part of a Tour Yes
Description Set in the Tower of London, during the 16th century, in which strolling jester Jack Point loses the love of his life (Elsie Maynard) to Colonel Fairfax.
Primary Genre Music Theatre
Secondary Genre Comic Opera
Organisations
Contributors
Name Function Notes
William Schwenck Gilbert Book and Lyrics Librettist
Arthur Seymour Sullivan Musician
Works
Text Nationality England
Further Information Subtitle: The Merryman and His Maid. On tour with full chorus and orchestra. Kapiti, 22 Auigust; Wanganui 29 August; Palmerston North 5 September.
Event Status Completed
Data Set Theatre Aotearoa
Event Identifier 205118