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H.m.s. Pinafore - College Essay

H.m.s. Pinafore

“” was written by W S Gilbert and Sir Arthur Seymour Sullivan in 1878. Showing at the Skylight Opera House between May 12-June 4, 2000.
Two things were beautifully done in this production of “”--set design by Dennis H. Buehler and stage direction by William Theisen.
The multi-decked set was made from wood and brass, which gave it the perfect feel of an old ship, but of course with a little class. It just had a feeling of realness to it. There were ropes that were perfectly placed with everything open to blocking. The set in general also was put to good use.
In center stage was a raised cabin door. This was a used for a number of things. It was leaned on, ...

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to the whole thing. On the deck was a steering wheel and a bell and both of these things were used on numerous occasions. Also up there was another entrance/exit. As well as another by the cabin on the bottom as well as in the cabin.

To stage right there was a movable rope holder that is a hug part of the ending. Lower stage right are typical supplies a ship would store, such as crates and extra rope. There are two exit/entrances used- one that is suppose to lead to the right end of the boat and another that is suppose to lead to the shore. Both of these are also wonderfully used.

Upper center stage holds the main sail. Even this is utilized more that once. This sail is a constant joke throughout the play. Dick Deadeye constantly tries to climb back aboard but never seem to make since he ends back into the water every time he tries.

There is a great use of the set based on levels. Maybe that’s because they are already built in. There are a least three ...

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Added: 9/13/2005 03:49:43 AM
Category: Book Reports
Type: Premium Paper
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