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THE BEGGAR'S OPERA - JOHN GAY
1. John Gay borrowed operatic melodies and
barroom ballads, adding scathing lyrics.
2. The show ran for 62 performances!
3. A sequel (Polly) was banned by the
government.
4. British and American audiences have
loved musicals that tweak the government's
nose ever since.

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The beggar's opera 3

  • 1. THE BEGGAR'S OPERA - JOHN GAY 1. John Gay borrowed operatic melodies and barroom ballads, adding scathing lyrics. 2. The show ran for 62 performances! 3. A sequel (Polly) was banned by the government. 4. British and American audiences have loved musicals that tweak the government's nose ever since.