Fans of Gilbert and Sullivan are invited to pull on their stage costumes and take part in a mass sing-song in Bradford.

The event, featuring hits from The Mikado, Pirates of Penzance and HMS Pinafore, will take place at the Alhambra Theatre on June 27.

Organiser Ian Smith, a Gilbert and Sullivan veteran, expects it to be the biggest event of its kind in the country.

He was a member of the former Bradford Gilbert and Sullivan Society and wants to hear from other past members who crave a big singalong.

"Bradford and the surrounding area was once a real hotbed of G&S but many companies have ceased to be active," he said.

"There must be many former members who would love to take part in our special show - it could turn out to be the biggest reunion of G&S singers ever seen."

About 200 singers are expected at the one-night performance which will be co-presented by The Savoyards Appreciation Society.

The show will be directed by Andrew Nicklin and music provided by the National Festival Orchestra, led by Sally Robinson, of Wilsden.

"They are fun songs to play and we have got to know them well over the years," she said.

"We play for the International Gilbert and Sullivan festival every year in Buxton." The Buxton festival was founded by Mr Smith and his son Neil ten years ago and will celebrate a decade of the timeless music from July 26 to August 17.

"Apart from Shakespeare, G&S is the most performed work in the English language," said Mr Smith.

"The audience is still immense but the fans seem to have fewer opportunities to see first class performances. So our night at the Alhambra will be a celebration of this timeless musical."

Anyone who wants to take part should contact Ian or Neil Smith on (01422) 323252 or e-mail info@gsfestival.co.uk