The King and I Revival 1956 - Articles Page 15

Ages: 12+
Opened: April 18, 1956

The King and I - 1956 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

New York City Center
131 West 55th St. (between 6th and 7th Avenues) New York, NY 10019

Based on the novel Anna and the King of Siam by Margaret Landon

Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic about English widow Anna who comes to teach western ways to the royal family of Siam and in turn learns to love and respect the exuberant king. A fun show for the whole family!

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Sons of Rhythm, Billy Foster & More Set for 1st Annual Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center Blues Festival May 18-20, LA
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2012


World-renowned Jazz and Rhythm & Blues Vocalist, Barbara Morrison will present top talent in The 1st Annual Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center Blues Festival to be performed on two stages at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center (BMPAC), 4305 Degnan Boulevard, #101, Los Angeles, CA 90036 tonight, Saturday and Sunday, May 18, 19 and 20, 2012.

Sons of Rhythm, Billy Foster, Bernie Pearl, Ray Bailey & More Set for The 1st Annual Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center Blues Festival May 18-20, LA
by James T Harding - May 14, 2012


World-renowned Jazz and Rhythm & Blues Vocalist, Barbara Morrison will present top talent in The 1st Annual Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center Blues Festival to be performed on two stages at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center (BMPAC), 4305 Degnan Boulevard, #101, Los Angeles, CA 90036 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 18, 19 and 20, 2012.

BWW Reviews: Broadway San Jose's MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Rocks the House Now through May 13
by Linda Hodges and Nick Hodges - May 11, 2012


'Million Dollar Quartet' is an exciting, get-up-and-dance, rock and roll phenomenon that allows the audience to be present at one of the greatest moments in rock and roll history.

THE KING & I Starring Kelli O'Hara Headed to Lincoln Center?
by Robert Diamond - Apr 18, 2012


Michael Riedel reports in today's New York Post that Lincoln Center Theater 'wants the Beaumont for its next big production - a revival of THE KING AND I starring Kelli O'Hara.' BroadwayWorld.com first reported back in 2011 that the theatre was considering a Bartlett Sher helmed revival of the classic show. O'Hara is currently starring opposite Matthew Broderick in NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT.

The Lincolnshire Marriott’s “Pirates”: Theatrically Good to Great, But Musically Frustrating
by Paul W. Thompson - Apr 16, 2012


In our time and place, the great Marriott Theatre to the north of Chicago, in Lincolnshire, in the collar county of Lake, has mounted a production of "The Pirates of Penzance" which officially opened this past weekend, and will run through June 10, 2012. It's directed by Dominic Missimi, a visionary musical theater director and teacher with vast experience and influence across the country, and especially here.

Broadway-bound THE NUTTY PROFESSOR to Kick Off In Music City USA July 24 to August 19
by Jeffrey Ellis - Apr 3, 2012


Nashville's Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) will play host this summer to the world premiere of The Nutty Professor, a new musical comedy directed by the King of Comedy himself, Jerry Lewis. The Broadway at TPAC Special Event will run from July 24 to August 19 in TPAC's James K. Polk Theater. Featuring music by Oscar, Emmy, Tony and Pulitzer Prize winner Marvin Hamlisch (A Chorus Line) and a book and lyrics by three-time Tony Award winner Rupert Holmes (The Mystery of Edwin Drood), The Nutty Professor is based on the classic 1963 film in which Lewis starred and co-wrote.

Broadway-bound THE NUTTY PROFESSOR to Kick Off In Music City USA
by Jeffrey Ellis - Apr 3, 2012


Nashville's Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) will play host this summer to the world premiere of The Nutty Professor, a new musical comedy directed by the King of Comedy himself, Jerry Lewis. The Broadway at TPAC Special Event will run from July 24 to August 19 in TPAC's James K. Polk Theater. Featuring music by Oscar, Emmy, Tony and Pulitzer Prize winner Marvin Hamlisch (A Chorus Line) and a book and lyrics by three-time Tony Award winner Rupert Holmes (The Mystery of Edwin Drood), The Nutty Professor is based on the classic 1963 film in which Lewis starred and co-wrote.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 3/29- THE KING AND I
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 29, 2012


Today in 1951, The King and I opened at the St. James Theatre, where it ran for 1246 performances. The King and I is the fifth musical by the team of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. The work is based on the 1944 novel Anna and the King of Siam by Margaret Landon and derives from the memoirs of Anna Leonowens, who became governess to the children of King Mongkut of Siam in the early 1860s. The story deals with the experiences of the British schoolteacher, who is hired as part of the King's drive to modernize his country. The relationship between the King and Anna is marked by conflict through much of the play, as well as by a love that neither is able to express.

B.B. King Blues Club & Grill Announces April Shows
by James T Harding - Mar 2, 2012


The April 2012 at the B. B. King Blues Club and Grill, NYC, has been announced, featuring Melanie and Oleta Adams.

Shall We Dance and Think About Privilege and Race? THE KING AND I at Toby's
by Jack L. B. Gohn - Jan 24, 2012


Rodgers and Hammerstein designed the ending to reduce you to tears, and they knew what they were doing. Resist, even at this excellent revival,and think about the conundrums of race, class and gender that that lie just beneath the surface.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 1/7- THE KING AND I
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 7, 2012


Today in 1985, the second Broadway revival of THe King and I opened at the Broadway THeatre, where it ran for 191 performances. The King and I is the fifth musical by the team of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. The work is based on the 1944 novel Anna and the King of Siam by Margaret Landon and derives from the memoirs of Anna Leonowens, who became governess to the children of King Mongkut of Siam in the early 1860s. The story deals with the experiences of the British schoolteacher, who is hired as part of the King's drive to modernize his country. The relationship between the King and Anna is marked by conflict through much of the play, as well as by a love that neither is able to express. The musical premiered on March 29, 1951 at Broadway's St. James Theatre.

STAGE TUBE: Rachel York Leads Walnut Street Theatre's THE KING AND I at the Thanksgiving Day Parade!
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 25, 2011


THE KING AND I has captured the hearts of millions with its charming story of the British governess brought into the court of Siam to tutor the King's many children. Once within the splendor of the Royal Palace, Anna and the King grow to understand one another and learn about each other's cultures. This unique love story is told with a glorious score, including 'Getting to Know You,' 'I Whistle a Happy Tune,' 'Hello Young Lovers' and the unforgettable 'Shall We Dance.'

BWW Reviews: Walnut Street Theater's THE KING AND I is 'Something Wonderful'
by Pati Buehler - Nov 21, 2011


This classic musical has captured the hearts of theater lovers and the Walnut Theater presents a royally wonderful production. From the tinest child to its adult leading roles, a flawless cast is directed under the creative hand of director/chorographer Marc Robin.

Photo Flash: First Look at Rachel York in Walnut Street Theatre's THE KING AND I
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 14, 2011


Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 203rd season with an all-new production of Broadway's Tony Award-winning family musical, Rodgers and Hammerstein's THE KING AND I. Directed and choreographed by Marc Robin, this production will feature Broadway's leading lady Rachel York and Mel Sagrado Maghuyop from the Walnut's production of Miss Saigon. THE KING AND It opens on November 16th and runs through January 8th on the WST Mainstage.

Berkshire Theatre Group holds Gala Event Honoring Michael E. MacDonald, A. King Francis and Gary Scarafoni
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2011


Berkshire Theatre Group today announced the Annual Gala in honor of trustees A. King Francis, Michael E. MacDonald and Gary Scarafoni, featuring The Four Tops, the defining voice of Motown, on Friday, November 11 at 8pm.

The Joyce Theater Announces 2012 Spring & Summer Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 4, 2011


The 2012 spring and summer season at The Joyce Theater will offer audiences the chance to see companies and artists from all over the world performing on its stage.

Walnut Street Theatre Presents THE KING AND I, Opens 11/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 25, 2011


Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 203rd season with an all-new production of Broadway's Tony Award-winning family musical, Rodgers and Hammerstein's THE KING AND I.

Berkshire Theatre Group holds Gala Event Honoring Michael E. MacDonald, A. King Francis and Gary Scarafoni
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 12, 2011


Berkshire Theatre Group today announced the Annual Gala in honor of trustees A. King Francis, Michael E. MacDonald and Gary Scarafoni, featuring The Four Tops, the defining voice of Motown, on Friday, November 11 at 8pm.

Photo Flash: Theater Works Presents THE KING & I
by Oliver Oliveros - Oct 10, 2011


A community, non-profit theater company based in Peoria, Theater Works, and its latest production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's 1951 Broadway musical THE KING & I, which was based on the 1944 novel 'Anna and the King of Siam' by Margaret Landon, will run until Sunday, October 16 at Peoria Center for Performing Arts.

Porchlight Music Theatre Announces its 2011-2012 Season
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2011


Porchlight Music Theatre, nationally recognized for developing innovative new works, reimagining classic productions, and showcasing musical theater's rising stars, announces its 2011-2012 season.

B.B. King at the Boulder Theater Rescheduled for 8/20
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2011


97.3 KBCO & Westword present the rescheduled date for B.B. King at the Boulder Theater on Saturday, August 20th, 2011.

CINDERELLA Comes To The Starlight Theater, Closes 7/31
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2011


Kansas Citians will believe that dreams come true when the timeless fairy tale Cinderella brings its magic to Starlight Theatre on July 25-31.

CINDERELLA Comes To The Starlight Theater July 25-31
by BWW News Desk - Jul 25, 2011


Kansas Citians will believe that dreams come true when the timeless fairy tale Cinderella brings its magic to Starlight Theatre on July 25-31.

BWW Reviews: Nat King Cole Bio-tuner I WISH YOU LOVE Swings Mildly at Hartford Stage
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2011


Dominic Taylor's exhumation of Nat King Cole in I WISH YOU LOVE at Hartford Stage is neither unforgettable nor unforgivable.

CINDERELLA Comes To The Starlight Theater July 25-31
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 18, 2011


Kansas Citians will believe that dreams come true when the timeless fairy tale Cinderella brings its magic to Starlight Theatre on July 25-31.

Other Productions of The King and I

1951   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1953   West End London Production
West End
1956   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1960   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1961   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1963   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1964   Broadway Lincoln Center Revival
Broadway
1968   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1969   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1973   West End London Revival
West End
1977   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1979   West End London Revival
West End
1985   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1996   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2000   West End London Production
West End
2002   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2004   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2006   St. Louis, MO (Regional) St. Louis MUNY Production
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2015   Broadway Lincoln Center Theatre Broadway Revival
Broadway
2016   US Tour Lincoln Center National Tour
US Tour
2018   West End West End Revival Prodution
West End
2024   West End
West End

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