Alice May - Gilbert & Sullivan's First Prima Donna (Paperback)

This biography tells the story of Alice May, a touring prima donna in the nineteenth century who travelled from England to Australia, New Zealand, India and the US, taking part in pioneering performances of the popular light operas of the day. Along the way she took part in many premieres, including the first production of Gilbert and Sullivan's The Sorcerer and the first authorised American production of The Mikado . This colourful life story will appeal to theatre historians, fans of the melodrama, burlesque, and the musical stage.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Forgotten Stars of the Musical Theatre
Release date:	2016
First published:	2003
Authors:	Adrienne Simpson
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	224
ISBN-13:	978-1-138-96648-2
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Performing arts > Individual actors & performers Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Film, television, music, theatre Books > Arts & Architecture > Performing arts > Theatre, drama > Musical theatre Books > Biography > Film, television, music, theatre
LSN:	1-138-96648-7
Barcode:	9781138966482

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