Original Plays

This collection, "Original Plays," brings together a selection of works by W.S. Gilbert, the famed librettist of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic operas. Included are such beloved works as "H.M.S. Pinafore; Or, the Lass That Loved a Sailor" and "The Pirates of Penzance; Or, the Slave of Duty," alongside lesser-known but equally engaging plays.

The anthology showcases Gilbert's sharp wit, clever wordplay, and talent for creating memorable characters and farcical situations. From the romantic entanglements of "Sweethearts" to the supernatural elements of "The Sorcerer" and the comedic mishaps in "Tom Cobb; Or, Fortune's Toy," these plays offer a fascinating glimpse into Victorian-era entertainment and the enduring appeal of Gilbert's dramatic imagination.

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