“Trial by Jury,” Gilbert & Sullivan’s comic operetta, a gem rarely performed by major opera companies, returns to San Diego County for the first time since 2009 on April 25 and 26 at Trinity Episcopal Church in Escondido, courtesy of Genesis Opera Theatre.
The 30-minute operetta in English is a fast-paced contemporary courtroom circus where love, law and public opinion collide in the most delightfully ridiculous ways. Imagine sharp suits, social-media-level drama, your favorite reality TV show, and a legal system that’s just as theatrical as the people in it. Gilbert & Sullivan’s signature wit, speed and musical charm are clever, chaotic and irresistibly fun, according to a news release.
Genesis Opera Theatre production features an all-star cast of talent drawn from Southern California’s San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange and Riverside Counties, and is directed by Patrick Anderson with musical director Abraham Fabella.
“This fun production will be a new experience for most who attend. And those who know Gilbert & Sullivan’s repertoire will be thrilled with the accompanying concert of G&S favorites. I’m thrilled to be able to share this program with new audiences and seasoned operagoers alike,” says Genesis Opera Theatre founder Cynthia Leigh in the news release.
Proceeds from the performances Saturday, April 25, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 26, at 3 p.m. benefit Genesis Opera Theatre and Trinity Episcopal Church.
Genesis Opera Theatre’s mission is to make opera accessible to people of all ages for a reasonable price, and with the hope of inspiring young people to explore the art form further as participants or patrons, the news release stated. Donations are welcome at GenesisOperaTheatre.com.
Tickets are $30 at the door or in advance at GenesisOperaTheatre.com. Trinity Episcopal Church is located at 845 Chestnut St. in Escondido. For more information, email at genesisoperatheatre@gmail.com.