About this episode

This episode explores Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance and its impact on community life with guests John Holland and Grace Quinsey.

Join us as we explore the world of opera with John Holland and Grace Quinsey, focusing on Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance, Opera York's mission, and the magic of musical theater in community life. Click HERE to order tickets and find out more about Opera York

People in this episode

Host: Marj Andre

Guests: John Holland, Grace Quinsey

Topics covered

• opera
• Gilbert and Sullivan
• musical theater
• community life
• Pirates of Penzance

Keywords

• Gilbert and Sullivan
• Pirates of Penzance
• opera
• musical theater
• community

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Opera York

Books & works: Pirates of Penzance

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