Carl Rosa Opera’s new production of The Mikado is a historic
re-creation of the original authorised Savoy production of
1885. Gilbert’s authenticated prompt book has been the source
for the direction, staging, and choreography. This production presents a faithful
reproduction of the original stage settings, together with
historic costumes designed by Wilhelm as seen in the 1953 film
The Gilbert and Sullivan Story. Many drawings, photographs,
designs, and research material have been unearthed for this
ongoing project that has taken four years to co-ordinate.
 
Carl Rosa
Opera - Britain's Oldest Opera Company
"Carl Rosa Opera is a unique
national touring company of 65 musicians, singers and
technicians producing high quality opera productions. Carl
Rosa's aim is to bridge the perceived gap between traditional
Grand Opera and popular music, whilst pursuing new styles and
openness in policy of innovation and access to new and
established audiences. The company has created an individual
identity of 'traditional style productions' by returning to
the original source material as laid down by the composer and
librettist.
Our aim is to inspire,
entertain and educate as many people as possible, combining
the new younger generation and the established opera audience
through artistic excellence in opera and operetta,
irrespective of background."
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