Wapping Old Stairs: An Original Comic Opera, In Two Acts (1894)

Wapping Old Stairs is a comic opera written by Stuart Robertson and first published in 1894. The story takes place in London and follows the romantic adventures of a young sailor named Jack, who falls in love with a woman named Polly. However, Polly is already engaged to a wealthy man named Sir George, and Jack must navigate various obstacles to win her heart.The opera is divided into two acts and features a cast of colorful characters, including a group of sailors, a scheming landlady, and a bumbling police officer. The music is lively and upbeat, with catchy tunes and witty lyrics that capture the spirit of Victorian-era London.Overall, Wapping Old Stairs is a charming and entertaining work that showcases the talents of its composer and playwright. It remains a beloved piece of musical theater history and is still performed today by amateur and professional theater groups around the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.