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The Grand Duke

A theatrical troupe is planning to overthrow the miserly Grand Duke of a Bavarian town. Hilarity ensues when they find their plot complicated by petty in-fighting, love triangles and an overconsumption of sausage rolls. Will the actors prevail? This is a rare opportunity to see a professional production of one of Gilbert & Sullivan's lesser known but sublimely hilarious and avant-garde operettas. 

Forbear! Theatre is a small group of performers led by Rachel Middle (Director) and William Remmers (Musical Director). Founded in 2015, the company has been described by Sir Arthur Sullivan Society Magazine as “precise and vivacious”. They regularly perform in London, at Hever Castle, and in Buxton and Harrogate as guest professionals at the International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival. 

 

Want a sneak peak? View the trailer for The Grand Duke HERE

 

Cast

Rudolph, Grand Duke of Pfennig Halbpfennig: Roland Harrad

Ernest Dummkopf, a theatrical manager: David Menezes

Ludwig, his leading comedian: William Remmers

Dr. Tannhäuser, a Notary // The Prince of Monte Carlo: David Jones

The Princess of Monte Carlo, betrothed to Rudolph: Jenni Simmonds

The Baroness Von Krakenfeldt, betrothed to Rudolph: Isabelle Paige

Julia Jellicoe, an English comedienne: Rachel Middle

Lisa, a soubrette: Christina Krawec
 

Creatives

Director: Rachel Middle

Musical Director: William Remmers

Pianist: George Ireland

Costumes: Rachel Middle

Set: Rachel Middle

Venue Co-ordinator: Isabelle Paige

 

 

 

 

 

Content warning: Mild threat, occasional suggested cartoonish violence

Please note that the theatre is not wheelchair accessible

 

Fancy dinner and a show? Book at table at the Drayton Arms pub now and enjoy the pre-theatre menu before heading upstairs!

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