The Pirates of Penzance
Season subscriptions are now available and offer savings of up to 15% off regular tickets, in addition to other exclusive benefits! Single tickets go on sale Monday, October 27.
By: Gilbert & Sullivan
A swashbuckling clash of duty and destinyÂ
Frederic is finally free from his pirate apprenticeship — or so he thinks. On his 21st birthday, he’s ready to renounce his zany crewmates and embrace a new life on land. But when he falls for the spirited Mabel, daughter of the famously fast-talking Major-General, plans go awry. Chaos erupts as the Major-General, his daughters, the police, and Frederic’s pirate band engage in a hilariously over-the-top clash of swords and parasols. With sparkling wordplay and toe-tapping tunes, Gilbert and Sullivan’s classic operetta is a delight for all ages.
All performances are accompanied by members of the Grammy Award-winning St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
Event information
Venue
Loretto-Hilton CenterÂ
Tickets
$25 – $153Â
Running Time
2 hours and 25 minutes, including one 20-minute intermissionÂ
Language
Performed in English with English captionsÂ
Content advisory
None, suitable for families with children 5 and up
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Pride Night at the Opera!
Friday, May 29
Find Community at Opera Theatre
- Gather your friends for a night at the Opera celebrating love and enjoying arts and culture!
- Connect with local Queer organizations at their booths before the show and make friends with your local community.
- Enjoy our zany and delightful production of The Pirates of Penzance with plenty of laughs to go around!.
- Party in the garden under the stars with friends, lovers, and artists as we dance the night away to a set by a local DJ.
Single tickets for the performance start at just $30, making this celebration accessible for all.
Elevate the Experience
For $65, your Pride Night ticket can include a delicious family-style buffet dinner with an open bar where you’ll share tables with friends, community members, allies, and representatives from LGBTQ+ organizations. It also includes your Section II ticket to The Pirates of Penzance where you can keep your eyes on the romance, adventure, and drama.
Tickets go on sale on October 28, 2025!
Subscribe and get special perks!
- 15% off regular ticket prices
- Unlimited free ticket exchanges
- Early access to premium parking
- Discounts on additional tickets
- Invitations to special events
- and more!
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