W. S. Gilbert (1836–1911) was an English playwright, poet, and illustrator, famed for his witty, satirical comic operas. His enduring libretti, often inversing social norms, brought a unique blend of humor and brilliance to the Victorian stage.
W. S. Gilbert (1836–1911) was an English playwright, poet, and illustrator, famed for his witty, satirical comic operas. His enduring libretti, often inversing social norms, brought a unique blend of humor and brilliance to the Victorian stage.