Gilbert & Sullivan: operetta’s standing superstars, and with good reason. Full to the brim of farce, the duo’s characteristic flair for the chaotic is a running theme throughout their works, and The Yeomen of the Guard is no exception.

If you’ve loved any of Gilbert & Sullivan productions previously (or any comedy!) but would like a dark slant on the standard, we think you’ll love The Yeomen of the Guard. Read up on Gilbert & Sullivan’s tower-based tragedy.