After seeing a random post that reminded me of them, I sat at work listening to Pirates of Penzance by Gilbert and Sullivan. (Trying to work at the same time, largely failing.) Dammit, I miss them. I grew up listening to several of the recordings since my mother (born American) was a big fan and grew up with them herself. My paternal grandfather and uncle were both excellent singers, were involved in a local G&S society and could belt out "I am a pirate king" at the drop of a hat.

And over here they're completely unknown, which makes me feel a little odd and lonely. And trying to explain the concept and the plot just makes people look at you in a puzzled way.

Ok, I'll have to teach my son some of these. I think my favourite is "When the foeman bears his steel", with the policemen trying to man up and be brave while the bloodthirsty maidens terrify them.