Two things were beautifully done in this production of "H.M.S. Pinafore"--set design by Dennis H. Buehler and stage direction by William Theisen.

The multi-decked set was made from wood and brass, which gave it the perfect feel of an old ship, but of course with a little class. It just had a feeling of realness to it. There were ropes that were perfectly placed with everything open to blocking. The set in general also was put to good use.

In center stage was a raised cabin door. This was a used for a number of things. It was leaned on, danced on, and sat on. It was also used for Dick Deadeye to spy on other characters since it also doubled as an

It was perfectly placed because it was utilized to the utter most and didn't distract from any of the action taking place anywhere on stage.

Upper center stage holds the main sail. Even this is utilized more that once. This sail is a constant joke throughout the play. Dick Deadeye constantly tries to climb back aboard but never seem to make since he ends back into the water every time he tries.

Stage director, William Theisen, combined energy and charm in this production. The choreographing is brilliantly done without taking anything from the pace and rhythm of the comedy. It was completely natural. He also made very good use of Buehler's set.

No character was closed to the audience at any time in the production. Even when there were all characters on stage together dancing about no one got into any

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