The Yeomen of the Guard
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The Yeomen of the Guard

Music by Arthur Sullivan; libretto by W.S. Gilbert Adapted by Sean Graney, Andra Velis Simon and Matt Kahler Directed by Sean Graney World Premiere Adaptation
February 24 – October 30, 2016 Thomas Theatre

How do you save a good man who’s wrongly accused and facing the ax in 24 hours? That’s how high the stakes are in Gilbert and Sullivan’s funny, pun-filled musical that mines a richer emotional world than the duo’s other comic operettas. Bristling with bad cases of unrequited love, a prison break and plots running amok, this world-premiere adaptation inspired by classic country-and-western music makes for a rousing musical event the whole family will enjoy. The Yeomen of the Guard is an immersive 80-minute performance. Throughout the show, audience members in the Promenade section will be onstage among the actors, occasionally using scenic elements as temporary seating. Traditional fixed-seat ticket holders may also be invited to join the fun onstage. Any shopping bags, backpacks, bulky purses, and heavy coats will need to be stored with the house staff during the performance. To learn more about Promenade Ticketing, watch this short video. The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.
Suitability Suggestions
This world-premiere adaptation contains new orchestrations inspired by classic country-and-western music. The play may include an occasional bawdy pun but overall is innocent and sweet. Silly, energetic and fast-paced, The Yeomen of the Guard will be enjoyed by audiences of all ages.

Trailer: The Yeomen of the Guard

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival presents "a bold, brash, audacious" interactive production of Gilbert & Sullivan's THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD, directed by Sean Graney. The show plays in the intimate Thomas Theatre through October 30, 2016. For more information, visit: https://www.osfashland.org/en/productions/2016-plays/the-yeomen-of-the-guard.aspx

Creators

Creative Team

Cast

* Member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA)
**AEA Professional Theatre Intern

OSF thanks our show sponsors

  • PRODUCING SPONSOR
  • McMurtry Family Foundation
  • LEAD SPONSOR
  • Yogen and Peggy Dalal
  • PRODUCTION SPONSOR
  • Charlotte Lin and Robert P. Porter
  • PRODUCTION PARTNERS
  • The Goatie Foundation
  • Jim Collier
  • Katie Farewell

Our 2016 Season