A UNIQUE version of Gilbert and Sullivan classic The Mikado is coming to the county town.

Opera Anywhere is returning to Dorchester with a revival of the comic opera.

Oxfordshire’s professional opera company, Opera Anywhere comes to Dorchester this month with The Mikado - part of their Gilbert and Sullivan Festival on Tour.

The performance at the Corn Exchange will be Opera Anywhere’s second visit. Following their sell out Pirates of Penzance last year, they return with a two day visit this time on Saturday September 30 and Sunday October 1.

In addition, there will also be an opportunity for local Gilbert and Sullivan enthusiasts to join in the chorus.

A Mikado masterclass for singers will take place at Dorchester Arts on Sunday September 24 from 11am to 4pm (including a 1-hour lunch break).

Miles Horner, an experienced performer at the International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival, directs the new production and is joined by many of his fellow young professionals from their recent Harrogate and Buxton productions.

*The Mikado plus workshop, Dorchester Corn Exchange, Sunday September 24, 11am to 4pm. The Mikado, Dorchester Corn Exchange. Saturday September 30 and Sunday October 1. Call the box office for tickets. Members of Live for 5 aged 14 – 25 can buy tickets for £5 (see Dorchester Arts website for details).