Gilbert and Sullivan's seventh collaboration, Iolanthe, was born into a rapidly changing world. Suddenly, theaters had electricity; and the telephone was all the rage. Iolanthe fits right into this milieu, making light of English politics, and addressing the gender issues of a proto-battle of the sexes. Join us for this whimsical semi-staged performance, a SFS first.
- Venue: Davies Symphony Hall
- Date: Thu June 18, 2009 8:00pm
- City: San Francisco
- Price Range: $35 & up
- Tickets: (415) 864-6000
Fri June 19, 2009 8:00pm
Davies Symphony Hall
Sat June 20, 2009 8:00pm
Davies Symphony Hall
Sun June 21, 2009 2:00pm
Davies Symphony Hall
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Program
Gilbert and Sullivan
Iolanthe
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