The Mikado (1987)
In a small Japanese town, Ko-Ko is appointed to the unenviable position of executioner. Knowing he must successfully perform before the appearance of the Mikado in a month's time, Ko-Ko finds a suitable victim in Nanki-Poo, who is distraught over his unrequited love for the maiden Yum-Yum. Nanki-Poo agrees to sacrifice his life if he is allowed to spend his remaining days with Yum-Yum, who is betrothed to Ko-Ko. Performed by Opera Australia at the Sydney Opera House in 1987.
Genre: Music, Comedy
Runtime: 151 min
Release Date: June 30, 1987
Cast
- Anne-Maree McDonald - Yum-Yum
- Heather Begg - Katisha
- Graeme Ewer - Ko-Ko
- Gregory Yurisich - Pooh-Bah
- Robert Eddie - The Mikado
- Jennifer Bermingham - Pitti-Sing
- Peter Cousens - Nanki-Poo
Screenplay
Production: Opera Australia
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
england, social commentary
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Mikado about?
- In a small Japanese town, Ko-Ko is appointed to the unenviable position of executioner. Knowing he must successfully perform before the appearance of the Mikado in a month's time, Ko-Ko finds a suitable victim in Nanki-Poo, who is distraught over his unrequited love for the maiden Yum-Yum. Nanki-Poo agrees to sacrifice his life if he is allowed to spend his remaining days with Yum-Yum, who is betrothed to Ko-Ko. Performed by Opera Australia at the Sydney Opera House in 1987.
- Who stars in The Mikado?
- The Mikado stars Anne-Maree McDonald, Heather Begg, Graeme Ewer, Gregory Yurisich, Robert Eddie, Jennifer Bermingham.
- How long is The Mikado?
- The Mikado has a runtime of 2h 31m (151 minutes).
- What genre is The Mikado?
- The Mikado is a Music, Comedy film.
- Where was The Mikado produced?
- The Mikado was produced in Australia.