Alice May: Gilbert & Sullivan's First Prima Donna (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780415937504)

This biography tells the story of Alice May, a touring prima donna in the nineteenth century who travelled from England to Australia, New Zealand, India and the US, taking part in pioneering performances of the popular light operas of the day. Along the way she took part in many premieres, including the first production of Gilbert and Sullivan's The Sorcerer and the first authorised American production of The Mikado . This colourful life story will appeal to theatre historians, fans of the melodrama, burlesque, and the musical stage.

Author: Adrienne Simpson
ISBN-10: 0415937507
ISBN-13: 9780415937504
Publisher: Routledge
Language: English
Published: 08/22/2003
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.17lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.34w x 0.82d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 09/01/2003 pg. 171
Library Journal 08/01/2003