| Event type: | Meeting |
| Date: | 28th May 2024 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm |
| Venue: | Carterton Community Centre |
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Guest Speaker: Dr Stephen Goss The wit & satire of Gilbert & Sullivan
Discover the witty commentary on contemporary society with a look at the stories behind some of Gilbert & Sullivan’s most famous – and less well known – pieces of music.
Uncover the thinly veiled satire of some of the plots, what motivated Gilbert to write certain operas, and unmask the characters which were deliberate parodies of certain specific Victorian politicians and notables.
The talk/course not only provides context to the operas, but also gives an insight into British society, history, culture, and world view in the Victorian era. If you are interested in British Nineteenth Century history – this is the talk for you.
