W. S. Gilbert
Sir William Schwenck Gilbert was an English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator best known for his collaboration with composer Arthur Sullivan, which produced fourteen comic operas. The most famous of these include H.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and one of the most frequently performed works in the history of musical theatre, The Mikado.
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- Born in
- London
- Educated at
- King's College LondonGreat Ealing School
- Awards
- 🏆 Knight Bachelor
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"I have a left shoulder-blade that is a miracle of loveliness. People come miles to see it. My right elbow has a fascination that few can resist."
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"...but it's an unjust world, and virtue is triumphant only in theatrical performances."
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1836
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