Ruth explains how Frederic mistakenly became an apprentice to a pirate. Frederic is smitten by beautiful Mabel. The Stanley daughters are seized upon by the Pirates of Penzance. Major General Stanley describes his impressive and well-rounded education. The Pirate King and Ruth listen in on Frederic's plan. The Sergeant and his corps arrive ready to arrest the pirates. The police are in hiding as the pirates have stolen onto the estate to confront the Major General. All is forgiven as the pirates are overcome with loyalty to their Queen. The Pirates of Penzance by W. S. Gilbert and A. Sullivan