BBC Proms · SEASON 51

BBC Proms 97: The Gondoliers

Episode 3 · 1997-08-07

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Episode overview

In the first of four Proms recorded for BBC television, James Naughtie introduces a concert performance of Gilbert and Sullivan's operetta, given at London's Royal Albert Hall last Saturday. Their last great collaboration, The Gondoliers tells a story of baby-swapping, kidnapping and mistaken identity in exuberant and colourful style, and remains one of their most popular works. Including songs such as Take Pair of Sparkling Eyes and Dance a Cachucha. Featuring the BBC Singers and Concert Orchestra conducted by Barry Wordsworth.

Season 51 episodes

1. The First Night of the Proms1997-07-15 2. BBC Proms 971997-08-01 3. BBC Proms 97: The Gondoliers1997-08-07 4. BBC Proms 97: A Night in the Country1997-08-14 5. BBC Proms 97: Tales of Love and Passion1997-08-21 6. BBC Proms 971997-08-24 7. BBC Proms 97: North and South1997-08-28 8. BBC Proms 971997-08-29 9. BBC Proms 971997-09-12 10. The Last Night of the Proms1997-09-13 11. The Last Night of the Proms1997-09-13