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Entertaining
Central Texas Since 1976
About
Gilbert & Sullivan:
The
Gilbert & Sullivan comic operas were composed
between 1871 and 1896 in Victorian London. Their sparkling
musical scores by Sir Arthur Sullivan and their dazzling
lyrics by Sir William S. Gilbert have kept them popular
throughout the English-speaking world ever since. They've
been called the "Saturday Night Live" of their
day for their satiric appeal, but they have proven universal
and timeless in their comic and ironic treatment of human
foibles through their "airy persiflage" and "innocent
merriment." And the popular appeal of the music
has endeared them to millions who cherish "laughing
song and merry dance." They are arguably the most
popular "musical comedies" ever written for
the stage.
Read the
History of the Gilbert & Sullivan Society
of Austin / 1976-2001 by Leland L. Smith
Our Mission:
The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Austin was founded with the
purpose of educating the public and preserving the works of
Gilbert and Sullivan. Formed in 1976, the group now boasts
about 250 members and entertains and educates thousands of
Central Texas residents every year.
 Our
Productions:
Known for its highly acclaimed annual grand productions
from the G&S repertoire, the society is primarily an educational
group, dedicated to spreading and teaching the joys of G&S
in both schools and community presentations.
Wand'ring Minstrels &
Community Outreach:
The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Austin's Wand'ring Minstrels are the
ambassadors for the Society to the Central Texas community through performances
at schools and special events. Delightfully fun shows range from lively recitals
of Gilbert & Sullivan's most popular tunes to interactive, mini-productions
of the Society's full summer
productions.
Find
out more
 Musicales:
Several
times throughout the year, the society produces a program
of music and history featuring
G&S and other works from the
nineteenth century. G&S Musicales are full of singing
and fun and are open to all. |
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| Volunteer
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VOLUNTEER
Please come
help us spread the cheer of
G&S. |
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| Board of Directors |
| Libby
Weed |
President |
| Roberta
Long |
Co-
Executive Vice President
Office Manager
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| Ingrid
Yaple |
Co-
Executive Vice President
Fundraising |
| Nancy
McQueen |
Secretary |
| Dave Wieckowski |
Treasurer |
| Reba Gillman |
Historian |
| David
Little |
Publicity |
| Michael
Meigs |
Membership |
| Pat
Hobbs |
Volunteer
Coordinator |
| Chris
Bugge |
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| Randall McIntyre |
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| Leonard
Johnson |
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| Open |
Educational/Community
Outreach |
| Sue
Caldwell |
Newsletter
Editor |
| Arthur
DiBianca |
Database
Manager |
| Bill
Hatcher |
Production
Manager |
| Nanci & Benny
Jay |
Videographer
/ Photographer |
| Steve
Schwartzman |
Photographer |
| Allan
Longacre |
Consultant |
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