Lyrics & Lyricists - The Very Model of a Modern Major Lyricist: WS Gilbert and the Broadway He Inspired

Johnny Mercer said, “We all come from (W. S.) Gilbert.”

Together with composer Sir Arthur Sullivan, this lyricist produced 14 comic operettas that are still performed throughout the world. Gilbert’s mastery at intricate rhymes and a skewering wit have made him lionized by generations of lyricists like Harburg, Porter, Coward, Hart and Gershwin. His comic DNA can be traced from The Mikado to My Fair Lady.

Rob Fisher, artistic director & piano

Sheldon Harnick, host & writer

Gary Griffin, stage director

Ian Axness, piano

Jason Danieley, vocals

David Garrison, vocals

With Ross Benoliel, Christine DiGiallonardo, Michael Marcotte, Lindsay O’Neil, vocals

Additional cast to be announced

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