New Website, Video, Amplify Austin: Gilbert & Sullivan Austin, 2019
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Our Mission
Entertaining and educating Texas audiences since 1976, Gilbert & Sullivan Austin is dedicated to spreading the topsy-turvy humor and joyful music of W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan.
The Gilbert & Sullivan comic operas were composed between 1871 and 1896 in Victorian London. Their sparkling musical scores by Sir Arthur Sullivan and their dazzling lyrics by Sir William S. Gilbert have kept them popular throughout the world ever since. They've been called the "Saturday Night Live" of their day for their satiric appeal, but they have proven universal and timeless in their comic and ironic treatment of human foibles through their "airy persiflage" and "innocent merriment." And the popular appeal of the music has endeared them to millions who cherish "laughing song and merry dance." They are arguably the most popular musical comedies ever written for the stage. For more information about Gilbert & Sullivan visit The Gilbert & Sullivan Archive or GSOpera.
Read the History of the Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Austin / 1976-2001 by Leland L. Smith
Grand Productions
GSA is known for its highly acclaimed annual Summer Grand Productions (performed usually in June) from the G&S repertoire. These productions are fully staged, and performed with a live orchestra.
Season Productions
Several times throughout the year, the society produces recital musical performances of G&S selections as well as songs from opera and musical theater. In addition, other special programming such as celebrations and lectures are produced. Most are free to attend.
Musicales
Several times throughout the year, the society produces a sing-along program of music and history featuring G&S and other musical works. G&S Musicales are full of singing and fun and are open to all. Musicales are free to attend.
Wand'ring Minstrels and Community Outreach
Gilbert & Sullivan Austin is an educational group, dedicated to spreading and teaching the joys of G&S. The Wand'ring Minstrels are our ambassadors to the Central Texas community. The group performs for schools, private parties, and community groups of all types. Delightfully fun shows range from lively recitals of Gilbert & Sullivan's most popular tunes to interactive, mini-productions of full summer productions.
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Scholarships
GSA intends to offer $1,000 scholarships to two (2) recipients for the 2019-20 academic year. GSA reserves the right to modify the amounts and number of recipients based on the recommendation of the GSA Scholarship Committee.
Applicants must:
1. Be pursuing a professional career in music or musical theater (preferably vocal performance)
2. Be enrolled or enrolling in a professional course of study in the United States (university, college, or conservatory music degree program, apprenticeship program, Young Artist Program, etc.)
3. Have an affiliation with Central Texas (resided, studied, or performed in the Central Texas area)
4. Be at least a graduating high school senior
Please make sure that you meet all application requirements before applying.
INFORMATION ABOUT APPLICATIONS COMING IN EARLY 2019.
