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English
2 hr with interval
DURATION
CLOSING DATE
Until July 27, 2025
AGE LIMIT
Suitable for all ages
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$67.80
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Why watch Pirates! The Penzance Musical?
- Tony nominee Ramin Karimloo (Les Misérables), RuPaul's Drag Race royalty Jinkx Monsoon (Chicago), and Emmy winner David Hyde Pierce (Curtains, Frasier) lead this comic coup.
- Landing at the Todd Haimes Theatre in NYC, this revival is directed by Tony nominee Scott Ellis (Tootsie) with a sharp new adaptation by Rupert Holmes (The Mystery of Edwin Drood).
- Pirates! The Penzance Musical sets sail for New Orleans in a jazz-and-blues-infused twist on the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, complete with Caribbean rhythms and the French Quarter stylings.
- From the tongue-twisting Major-General to the swaggering Pirate King, plus reimagined young lovers, daring daughters, dancing pirates, and sprinting police—this ship’s packed with musical mischief.
- Get ready for toe-tapping tunes on the high seas with music direction by Joseph Joubert (Caroline, or Change) and orchestrations by Joubert and Daryl Waters (Memphis). Book your tickets today!
Broadway’s favorite band of misfits is back—with a twist. Pirates! The Penzance Musical docks at the Todd Haimes Theatre, bringing Gilbert & Sullivan’s beloved operetta to the Big Easy. This isn’t your grandfather’s Pirates: set in a lively, jazz-soaked New Orleans, the production trades powdered wigs for brass bands and patter songs for Caribbean swing. Leading the charge are David Hyde Pierce (Curtains), Ramin Karimloo (Les Misérables), and Jinkx Monsoon (RuPaul’s Drag Race), with direction by Tony nominee Scott Ellis (Tootsie). The creative crew also includes choreographer Warren Carlyle (Kiss Me, Kate), adaptor Rupert Holmes (The Mystery of Edwin Drood), and musical director Joseph Joubert (Caroline, or Change), promising a bold and rhythm-infused take on the classic. Whether you're a lifelong G&S devotee or just in it for the toe-tapping tunes, this rollicking revival brings plenty of reasons to jump aboard.
Storyline
First staged in 1879, The Pirates of Penzance follows young Frederic, newly freed from his apprenticeship to a surprisingly sentimental band of pirates. He quickly falls for Mabel, the daughter of a famously fast-talking Major General—but just as freedom and love seem within reach, Frederic learns a crushing truth: born on a leap day, he’s technically only five years old. Duty-bound, he’s forced to serve another 63 years at sea. Mabel promises to wait... but with pirates, police, and plot twists aplenty, can love really weather the storm?
Show timings
Show timings for Pirates! The Penzance Musical may vary every week. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
Cast & crew
- Leading roles: Ramin Karimloo as Pirate King, Jinkx Monsoon as Ruth, David Hyde Pierce as Gilbert / Major General Stanley, Nicholas Barasch as Frederic, Preston Truman Boyd as Sullivan / Police Sergeant, Samantha Williams as Mabel Stanley
- Director: Scott Ellis
- Music: Arthur Sullivan
- Libretto: W.S. Gilbert
- Conceived by: Scott Ellis, Rupert Holmes, Warren Carlyle, and Joseph Joubert
- Adaptation: Rupert Holmes
- Choreography: Warren Carlyle
- Set design: David Rockwell
- Costume design: Linda Cho
- Lighting design: Donald Holder
- Sound design: Mikaal Sulaiman
- Hair & wig design: Charles G. LaPointe
- Makeup design: Ashley Ryan
- Fight directors: Rick Sordelet & Christian Kelly-Sordelet
- Vocal coach: Kate Wilson
- Orchestrations: Joseph Joubert and Daryl Waters
- Dance arrangements: John O'Neill
- Production stage manager: Charles Means
- Music direction: Joseph Joubert
Note: Producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.
Age & content guide
- This show is suitable for ages all ages and above.
- Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
Todd Haimes Theatre
The Todd Haimes Theatre, formerly known as the American Airlines Theatre, is a Broadway landmark with a storied past and a commitment to theatrical excellence. Originally opened in 1918 as the Selwyn Theatre, it was lovingly restored and reopened in 2000 by the Roundabout Theatre Company. In 2023, it was renamed in honor of Todd Haimes, Roundabout’s longtime artistic director, who revitalized the company and championed thoughtful revivals and new works. The theatre offers an intimate yet grand experience, complete with elegant interiors that blend Gilded Age opulence—chandeliers, detailed plasterwork, and plush seating—with modern amenities. It has hosted standout productions like She Loves Me, Violet, The Pajama Game, Long Day’s Journey Into Night, and On the Twentieth Century.
Getting there
Address: 227 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, United States, 10036
Subway: ACE to 42nd St. and 8th Ave, 123 to 42nd St. and 7th Ave, 7 to Times Square, S to Times Square, NRQW to Times Square, and BDFM to 42nd St. and 6th Ave
Bus: M10 and M20 buses head north on 8th Avenue and south on 7th Avenue. M42 and M104 buses head cross-town on 42nd Street. The 104 also travels north on 8th Avenue and south on Broadway above 42nd Street. M7 bus line heads south on 7th Avenue and north on 6th Avenue. M27 bus line runs cross-town on 49th/50th Streets, and then south on 7th Avenue and north on 8th Avenue.
From Uptown: the M5 bus makes local stops along 5th Avenue to 31st Street.
From Downtown: the M55 bus makes local stops along 6th Avenue to 44th Street.
Facilities & accessibility
Available facilities: lounge, concession stands, restrooms, elevator
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible, accessible restrooms, hearing assistance, audio description, sign language interpreters, guide dogs allowed
Additional information
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theaters have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
Tickets redemption
- You’ll get an instant email confirmation right after you book your tickets.
- Enjoy a hassle-free entrance to the venue by showing your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID – no printout necessary!
Cancellation & refunds
- Tickets cannot be refunded, amended, or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions about Pirates! The Penzance Musical
How much do the Pirates! The Penzance Musical tickets cost?
The cost of the tickets starts from $67.80 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
What age is Pirates! The Penzance Musical appropriate for?
The show is suitable for all ages.
Where is Pirates! The Penzance Musical playing on Broadway?
The show is playing at Todd Haimes Theatre in New York.
What is Pirates! The Penzance Musical about?
A jazzy New Orleans–set twist on Gilbert and Sullivan’s classic, Pirates! The Penzance Musical follows a duty-bound young pirate navigating love, loyalty, and absurd legal loopholes.
How long does Pirates! The Penzance Musical run for?
The running time is 2 hours with a 15-minute interval.
Who are the main stars of Pirates! The Penzance Musical?
Ramin Karimloo as Pirate King, Jinkx Monsoon as Ruth, David Hyde Pierce as Gilbert / Major General Stanley, Nicholas Barasch as Frederic, Preston Truman Boyd as Sullivan / Police Sergeant, Samantha Williams as Mabel Stanley