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Topsy-Turvy

Comedy dramatisation of the relationship between Gilbert and Sullivan, focusing on the turning point on their road to fame and riches - the production of The Mikado.

Comedy dramatisation of the relationship between lyricist William Gilbert and composer Arthur Sullivan. With a wealth of authentic Victorian detail, this account of the lives of the musical duo concentrates on the good-natured antagonism between the creative geniuses, focusing on the turning point on their road to fame and riches - the production of The Mikado.

Last on

Sun 22 Jul 200721:20
BBC Four

Credits

ActorJim Broadbent
DirectorMike Leigh
ActorAllan Corduner
ActorTimothy Spall
ActorLesley Manville
ActorEleanor David
ActorSukie Smith
ActorDexter Fletcher

Broadcasts

  • Sun 17 Jun 200723:15
    BBC Two except East & Yorkshire
  • Sun 22 Jul 200721:20
    BBC Four