The Savoy Company of Philadelphia presents H.M.S. PINAFORE on June 1 and June 2, both at 8:30 PM at Longwood Gardens and again on June 15 and June 16, both at 8:00 PM at The Academy of Music. Tickets at $25 to Longwood Gardens and $10-$52 at the Academy of Music are available by calling 215-735-7161 or online at www.savoy.com. Proceeds from the two evenings at the Academy of Music will benefit the American Cancer Society Childhood Cancer Program and the Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the ALS Society. Proceeds from the two Longwood Garden performances will benefit Camphill Schools, The Wharton Esherick Museum, Daemion House, and Surrey Services for Seniors.

H.M.S. Pinafore, Gilbert & Sullivan’s first big success, contains some of Sullivan’s most beloved and recognizable melodies and a quintessential Gilbertian libretto. The colorful story features young lovers separated by class distinction, an impending marriage to a powerful older man, and shady characters pursuing their own agendas, all resolved by uncovering secrets from the past.

The Savoy Company is the oldest amateur theater company in the world dedicated solely to the production of the works of Gilbert & Sullivan. Now in its 106th year, the casts, comprised of local talent, have included such luminaries as Nelson Eddy, Metropolitan soprano Margaret Harshaw and Broadway star Wilbur Evans.

“This year our membership grew significantly to create one of the strongest choruses in our history. This increase, especially with younger members, reflects the ongoing, inter-generational appeal of Gilbert & Sullivan, from the beautiful melodies of Sullivan and the satiric delights of Gilbert, which still bear relevance today,” said Dan Rothermel, who is celebrating his 27th season as music director of the Savoy Company.

For further information, please call 215-735-7161.