It was about a ship named "HMS Pinafore" in the navy.
HMS Pinafore.
Gilbert and Sullivan.
Pinafore was first performed at the Opera Comique, London on 25th May 1878 and ran for a total of 571 performances.
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Gilbert & Sullivan
HMS Pinafore.
Gilbert and Sullivan.
Pinafore was first performed at the Opera Comique, London on 25th May 1878 and ran for a total of 571 performances.
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In "The Pirates of Penzance" the Major General sings about "that infernal nonsense, Pinafore," referring to "H.M.S. Pinafore."
Trial by Jury.
The Savoy operas were the original name for the operas of Sir Arthur Sullivan and W.S. Gilbert, aka Gilbert and Sullivan.
Gilbert & Sullivan
patience
Patience.
The Yeomen of the Guard.
Gilbert & Sullivan,"HMS Pinafore"