The Fabulous Helen Lenoir: The Copyright Queen

Thu, 24 Apr, 2025 at 07:30 pm UTC+01:00

The Royal Lyceum, 27-29 Abbey Road, TQ2 5NQ Torquay, United Kingdom | Torquay

Unleashed Theatre Company
Publisher/HostUnleashed Theatre Company
The Fabulous Helen Lenoir: The Copyright Queen
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You’ve heard of Gilbert and Sullivan and Richard D’Oyly Carte, but possibly not Helen Lenoir - the powerhouse behind Gilbert and Sullivan and the whole Savoy Empire? Why? Because she was a Victorian WOMAN! Now, Unleashed Community Drama set the record straight by presenting the fascinating story of the fabulous Helen Lenoir who came to Torquay to produce and direct the world premiere of Gilbert and Sullivan's most beloved comic opera 'The Pirates of Penzance'. The true story of how this came to be is brought colourfully to life in this brand new, one-act play, a comical romp through the untold story of Gilbert and Sullivan’s first-ever production of ‘Pirates’ put on in a week at the tiny Bijou Theatre in Paignton. This production is made possible by the Heritage Fund and Torbay Culture with Torbay Council.
We recommend those with accessibility issues to consider purchasing tickets at the rear of the auditorium
PLEASE NOTE THAT, OUT OF CONSIDERATION FOR THOSE WHO SHARE OUR SPACE ON A REGULAR BASIS, THE ROYAL LYCEUM IS AN ALCOHOL FREE THEATRE AND WE ASK THAT PATRONS RESPECT THIS DECISION.
We are proud to partner with our Abbey Road neighbours for this production. Small World Restaurant & Tapas Bar, Meat 59 & Ning's Thai will be offering a 10% discount on Pre Theatre meals on the night of your booking. Please book in advance and advise of the discount and present your ticket or evidence of your booking on arrival. Enjoy!
Limited street parking is available but nearest car pars are located - Lower Union Lane TQ2 5PN (Abbey Road Entrance) Levels 1 to 5a (8am to midnight) & Fleet Walk Shopping Centre TQ2 5EA.
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The Royal Lyceum, 27-29 Abbey Road, TQ2 5NQ Torquay, United Kingdom, 29 Abbey Road, Torquay, TQ2 5NE, United Kingdom,Torquay

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