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Iolanthe
by W. S. Gilbert
Step into the whimsical world of Iolanthe, where magic and politics collide in a delightful tale of love and ambition. Our enchanting protagonist, Iolanthe, a fairy exiled from her realm for marrying a mortal, has a son named Strephon who is part fairy, part human. As he navigates the complexities of love for Phyllis—who has caught the eye of the entire House of Lords, including the Lord High Chancellor—Strephon takes a bold step into Parliament with the support of his mother and her mischievous fairy aunts. Though they may lack political savvy, their enchanting presence promises to shake things up, starting with open competition for the Peerage! Will Phyllis accept Strephon’s unique heritage, especially when she finds him in the company of a stunning young lady he insists is his fairy mother? This captivating spoken poetic rendition of the libretto by W. S. Gilbert showcases a talented full cast that brings Gilberts sparkling wit to life, enhancing your enjoyment and understanding of
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002 - Iolanthe Act 2
Step into the whimsical world of Iolanthe, where magic and politics collide in a delightful tale of love and ambition. Our enchanting protagonist, Iolanthe, a fairy exiled from her realm for marrying a mortal, has a son named Strephon who is part fairy, part human. As he navigates the complexities of love for Phyllis—who has caught the eye of the entire House of Lords, including the Lord High Chancellor—Strephon takes a bold step into Parliament with the support of his mother and her mischievous fairy aunts. Though they may lack political savvy, their enchanting presence promises to shake things up, starting with open competition for the Peerage! Will Phyllis accept Strephon’s unique heritage, especially when she finds him in the company of a stunning young lady he insists is his fairy mother? This captivating spoken poetic rendition of the libretto by W. S. Gilbert showcases a talented full cast that brings Gilberts sparkling wit to life, enhancing your enjoyment and understanding of this comedic light opera. (Summary by Beth Thomas)
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001 - Iolanthe Act 1
Step into the whimsical world of Iolanthe, where magic and politics collide in a delightful tale of love and ambition. Our enchanting protagonist, Iolanthe, a fairy exiled from her realm for marrying a mortal, has a son named Strephon who is part fairy, part human. As he navigates the complexities of love for Phyllis—who has caught the eye of the entire House of Lords, including the Lord High Chancellor—Strephon takes a bold step into Parliament with the support of his mother and her mischievous fairy aunts. Though they may lack political savvy, their enchanting presence promises to shake things up, starting with open competition for the Peerage! Will Phyllis accept Strephon’s unique heritage, especially when she finds him in the company of a stunning young lady he insists is his fairy mother? This captivating spoken poetic rendition of the libretto by W. S. Gilbert showcases a talented full cast that brings Gilberts sparkling wit to life, enhancing your enjoyment and understanding of this comedic light opera. (Summary by Beth Thomas)
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Step into the whimsical world of Iolanthe, where magic and politics collide in a delightful tale of love and ambition. Our enchanting protagonist, Iolanthe, a fairy exiled from her realm for marrying a mortal, has a son named Strephon who is part fairy, part human. As he navigates the complexities of love for Phyllis—who has caught the eye of the entire House of Lords, including the Lord High Chancellor—Strephon takes a bold step into Parliament with the support of his mother and her mischievous fairy aunts. Though they may lack political savvy, their enchanting presence promises to shake things up, starting with open competition for the Peerage! Will Phyllis accept Strephon’s unique heritage, especially when she finds him in the company of a stunning young lady he insists is his fairy mother? This captivating spoken poetic rendition of the libretto by W. S. Gilbert showcases a talented full cast that brings Gilberts sparkling wit to life, enhancing your enjoyment and understanding of
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Step into the whimsical world of Iolanthe, where magic and politics collide in a delightful tale of love and ambition. Our enchanting protagonist, Iolanthe, a fairy exiled from her realm for marrying a mortal, has a son named Strephon who is part fairy, part human. As he navigates the complexities...
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