Pirates of Penzance - reviewed in poetry

A Night Out With Pirates by Linh

The Adelaide coast is clear and all is calm
for the arrival of men with bravado and charm.
Men who'll delight the masses with song and dance,
as they are the 'Pirates of Penzance'.

Along for the rollicking ride of music and swashbuckling fun
is something to captivate and entertain everyone.
David Hobson as apprentice pirate Frederic
is gloriously fine in voice, with situations comedic.

Soprano Taryn Fiebig sings beautifully and is able
to bring to life an angelic-voiced Mabel.
Not to be out done by the lead singers of the cast
is David Campbell swinging from the mast.

As the Pirate King, Campbell emulates Jack Sparrow
although some find the pirate gags hard to swallow.
Campbell charms and his singing flows,
but his voice isn't always suited for these shows.

Dennis Olsen is outstanding and a rarity;
to all aspects of theatre he'll always bring quality.
He plays the very model of a modern Major General in the show
adding many colourful strings to the General's ever growing bow.

A woman of the world is Ruth, the Pirates' maid,
whose youth and beauty are starting to fade.
Suzanne Johnston delivers the role with flair and conviction,
also brilllant acting and vocal precision.

Last but not least, the formidable Chorus we praise,
for their support through all the nights and days;
Chorus member Johanna Allen is our local star
whose talent and intelligence has taken her far.

Don't miss the boat, or you'll miss out
on a welcome relief from the musical drought.
So jump onboard for your chance
to enjoy a night with the 'Pirates of Penzance'.