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Chaos erupts as the major general, his daughters, the police and Frederic\u2019s pirate band engage in a hilariously over-the-top clash of swords and parasols.<\/p>\n<p>With sparkling wordplay and toe-tapping tunes, Gilbert and Sullivan\u2019s classic operetta is a delight for all ages.<\/p>\n<p>All Opera Theatre of Saint Louis performances are sung in English and accompanied by the Grammy Award-winning St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe believe that opera can be accessible to everyone,\u201d Andrew Jorgensen, general director of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, says. \u201cWe prioritize compelling music as well as transformational theatrics, and our pre- and post-show traditions add to the joy, excitement and fun \u2013 because that\u2019s what an evening at the theater should be!\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Defying expectations, Opera Theatre of Saint Louis offers one of the most delightful opera experiences in the world. 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