W. S. Gilbert

Sir William Schwenck Gilbert, known affectionately as W. S. Gilbert, was a prominent English playwright, poet, and librettist who lived from 1836 to 1911. He is best known for his collaboration with composer Arthur Sullivan, which produced some of the most beloved operettas of the Victorian era, including "The Mikado" and "H.M.S. Pinafore." Gilbert's sharp wit and clever wordplay brought a delightful blend of humor and social commentary to his works, making them timeless pieces that continue to resonate with audiences today.

As you explore the works of W. S. Gilbert in this app, you'll discover a unique talent for satirizing the quirks of society and the foibles of human nature. His writing is not only entertaining but also invites reflection on the world around us. Dive into his enchanting operettas and enjoy the playful spirit that has enchanted generations. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer, there's something in Gilbert's work for everyone to enjoy.

The Sorcerer

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Alexis Pointdextre gets his family sorcerer to brew up a love potion. But what happens when it gets out of control? This two act operetta wa…

Broken Hearts

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Gilbert of Gilbert and Sullivan fame also wrote non-musical plays without Sullivan as a partner. Here is a dramatic play far afield from the…

The Ghosts' High Noon

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 19 recordings of The Ghosts' High Noon by W. S. Gilbert. This was the Weekly Poetry HALLOWE'EN project for Oct…

The Mikado, Or The Town Of Titipu

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In this recording, one person reads the entire play, all parts, including the stage directions. Even without the support of Arthur Sullivan…

The Disagreeable Man

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 26 recordings of The Disagreeable Man by Sir W. S. Gilbert. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for June 1…

Sweethearts (Version 2)

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Subtitled "An Original Dramatic Contrast", the play presents two neighbors, Harry and Jenny, parting in Act 1 and then meeting aga…

O Hollow Hollow Hollow

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LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of O Hollow Hollow Hollow by W.S. Gilbert. This was the Weekly Poetry project for January 8, 201…

Gilbert And Sullivan Utopia LTD.

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A complete performance of the famous Savoy opera by Gilbert and Sullivan, Utopia, Limited is set on a south-sea island where English laws an…

Ballad: A Manager's Perplexities

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Sir William Schwenck Gilbert was an English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator best known for the fourteen comic operas (known as t…

Sweethearts

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Sweethearts is a comic play billed as a "dramatic contrast" in two acts by W. S. Gilbert. The play tells a sentimental and ironic …

Patience (Bunthorne's Bride)

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A comic operetta which is a satire on the themes of fashion and pretension and hero-worship. Bunthorne is a poet who pretends to be highly &…

The Usher's Charge

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Sir William Schwenck Gilbert was an English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator best known for the fourteen comic operas (known as t…

Iolanthe

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Iolanthe is a fairy banished from fairyland for the crime of marrying a mortal. Her half-fairy, half-human son Strephon is a fairy down to t…

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