Duration
2 hrs 15 mins with interval
Closing Date
Until July 27, 2025
Age limit
Suitable for all ages
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
Age Suitability
- 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!
- Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.
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 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
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 will receive an email confirming your purchase.
You will receive your e-tickets via email within 3 hours from the time of the booking. You can access your tickets by clicking on the link available on the email.
If you book tickets more than 14 days in advance, you will receive the tickets 14 days prior to the show date.
The ticket can be presented digitally along with a valid photo ID at the entrance on the day of your visit.
Please note most of the theatres do not allow entry post the show start time and we recommend you reach the venue 10-15 minutes early.
Show timings may be subject to change every week/month. You can check the show timings for your preferred date at the next stage of booking.
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Cancellation & Refunds
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Frequently asked questions
The cost of the tickets starts from $67.80 and will vary depending on the type of seats you choose.
The show is suitable for all ages.
The show is playing at Todd Haimes Theatre in New York.
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.
The running time is 2 hours with a 15-minute interval.
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
