he Blue Hill Troupe is thrilled to present the premiere of a brand new version of THESPIS, or The Gods Grown Old, Gilbert and Sullivan’s long-lost burlesque about a troupe of hapless actors who trade places with the world-weary gods.

Thespis was the pair’s first collaboration in 1871, but Sullivan’s music was lost with his effects and only two songs endured: “Little Maid of Arcadee," a hit single of the day, and “Climbing Over Rocky Mountain” which the pair recycled in The Pirates of Penzance.

Now, 12-time Grammy Award-winner Thomas Z. Shepard has composed a brand new, entirely original score to Thespis, using Gilbert’s opening night libretto and retaining the two surviving tunes by Sullivan. This semi-staged concert will be directed by F. Paul Driscoll, with music direction by Matt Rupcich.

Don’t miss this unprecedented opportunity to experience Thespis on Monday, June 16 at 8:00 pm, at Teatro Heckscher of El Museo del Barrio, (1230 Fifth Avenue at 104th Street). Visit this page again at the beginning of May for cast and ticket information, but mark the date on your calendar now!