Opera in a Box – The Pirates of Penzance

07795 467666. £14, £6 u18s, £36 fam This much-loved comic opera follows Frederic, a young apprentice mistakenly bound to a band of tender-hearted pirates, as he navigates duty, love and cowardly policemen. Celebrated for its sparkling score and razor-sharp wordplay, the operetta delights in its own absurdity while delivering one memorable tune after another. Known for reshaping opera's boundaries, Opera in a Box merges the genre's traditional elements with contemporary twists. The Pirates of Penzance promises to continue this innovative trend, as a talented ensemble of eight singers and musicians bring this lively tale to life with wit and charm in an intimate and electrifying performance. "Superb singing, great acting... a triumph in every sense of the word!" Audience Member 2025 Touring Dorset with Artsreach, the county's rural arts charity Running time: 90mins + interval