The read
It runs long at 2h 31m.
Synopsis
In a small Japanese town, Ko-Ko is appointed to the unenviable position of executioner. Knowing he must successfully perform before the appearance of the Mikado in a month's time, Ko-Ko finds a suitable victim in Nanki-Poo, who is distraught over his unrequited love for the maiden Yum-Yum. Nanki-Poo agrees to sacrifice his life if he is allowed to spend his remaining days with Yum-Yum, who is betrothed to Ko-Ko. Performed by Opera Australia at the Sydney Opera House in 1987.
Ratings
IMDb6.8/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- William S. GilbertWriter
Cast
- Anne-Maree McDonaldYum-Yum
- Heather BeggKatisha
- Graeme EwerKo-Ko
- Gregory YurisichPooh-Bah
- Robert EddieThe Mikado
- Jennifer BerminghamPitti-Sing
- Peter CousensNanki-Poo
Themes
englandsocial commentary