THE MIKADO
22nd of March - 21st April 2018
At the King's Head Theatre, London

The ‘Masters of Gilbert and Sullivan in small spaces’ Charles Court Opera return to the King’s Head Theatre with a smart, stylish new take on possibly the most loved of their comic masterpieces, The Mikado, giving it a classy CCO twist.

Behind the closed doors at the British Consulate in the town of Titipu, Japan, the scheming, slippery Lord High Executioner is about to hatch one plot too far, with far-reaching and hilarious consequences for everyone involved, especially when the Mikado himself arrives...
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Containing familiar songs including "A wandering minstrel, I", "I've got a little list" and "Three little maids from school", this punchy and hilarious satire promises to be a treat for operetta lovers and newcomers alike.
REVIEWS
★★★★★ "From the opening explosion of energy this is a show that knows where it's heading, and that's to five-star heaven. Inventive on top of original wrapped in outrageous. This is the best fun you can have in a pub." - What's On Stage
★★★★ "The cast sings and acts with a winning blend of gusto and wit... perhaps the back room of a pub really is the best place to take your Gilbert & Sullivan.” - Evening Standard
★★★★★ "John Savournin directs with surety and panache. This production simply cannot be bettered. It deserves every accolade that will undoubtedly come its way." - The Spy in the Stalls
★★★★ "The Mikado is full of wit, impeccable timing and exceptional acting and singing by the energetic cast. This is a triumphant achievement both visually and musically, thanks to the fizzing energy that radiates from David Eaton at the piano." - The Stage
★★★★★ “As ingenious as origami, as joyful as cherry blossom, Charles Court Opera’s The Mikado is a treat at every level.” - Culture Whisper
★★★★★ Damian Czarnecki’s choreography deftly utilises every inch of space...there’s never really a dull moment in this meticulously-created production.” - Act Drop
★★★★ "Sparkling new treatment of a Gilbert & Sullivan classic. The Charles Court Opera are most certainly all ablaze with ever-living glory." - Playhouse Pickings
★★★★ "A terrific crowd pleasing production, the comedy is sublime... it works a dream" - Remote Goat
CAST
The Mikado of Japan & Pish-Tush                                   MATTHEW PALMER
Nanki-Poo, A wandering minstrel                                     JACK ROBERTS
Ko-Ko, The Lord High Executioner of Titipu                    PHILIP LEE (except 6th - 8th April, when John Savournin will play Ko-Ko)
Pooh-Bah, Lord High Everything Else                               MATTHEW KELLETT (22nd - 30th March / 8th - 12th April / 14th April)
Pooh-Bah, Lord High Everything Else                               STEPHEN GODWARD (31st March/ 1st - 7th April / 13th April / 15th - 21st April)
Yum-Yum, A Ward of Ko-Ko, also engaged to Ko-Ko     ALYS ROBERTS
Pitti-Sing, A Ward of Ko-Ko                                                JESSICA TEMPLE
Peep-Bo, A Ward of Ko-Ko                                                 CORINNE COWLING
Katisha                                                                                   MATTHEW SIVETER

PRODUCTION TEAM
Director / CCO Artistic Director                                         JOHN SAVOURNIN
Musical Director                                                                    DAVID EATON
Choreographer                                                                       DAMIAN CZARNECKI
Set & Costume Designer                                                      RACHEL SZMUKLER 
Lighting Designer                                                                  NICHOLAS HOLDRIDGE
Stage Manager                                                                       OCTAVIA PENES
Costume Supervisor & Wardrobe Mistress                       KATIE VINICOMBE
Design Assistant / Props                                                      JESSICA HUCKIN