Bus Pass Opera, founded for performers aged over 60, has become a much-loved fixture of the Festival, directed by Kevin Gauntlett.

Known for its engaging productions, this much loved Company returns with The Gondoliers.

Set in sunlit Venice, this lively operetta explores themes of equality, romance, and mistaken identity as the cheerful gondoliers Marco and Giuseppe learn that one of them is the long-lost King of Barataria - but which one? Their unexpected elevation leads to a series of spirited complications, involving displaced brides, anxious nobles, and a kingdom waiting for leadership.

With its bright score, clever lyrics, and characteristic Gilbertian twists, The Gondoliers offers an entertaining and uplifting evening, delivered with the enthusiasm and charm for which Bus Pass Opera is known.