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Gilbert and Sullivan's raucous operatic tale is captured in all its fun and glory in this production, recorded live at Central Park's Delacorte Theater. Kevin Kline (Big Chill, A Fish Called Wanda) sparkles as the swashbuckling and libidinous Pirate King while Linda Ronstadt makes her theatrical debut as the lovely and virginal Mabel. When Mabel and Frederic-a young pirate bound to serve the Pirate King-fall in love, complications arise and high-spirited antics ensue. The incomparable cast offers the best in this boisterous romp.