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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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BWW Reviews: Nat King Cole Bio-tuner I WISH YOU LOVE Swings Mildly at Hartford Stage
by Jacques Lamarre - Jul 8, 2011


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

The Sound of Music Returns to Pittsburgh CLO July 19-31
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 5, 2011


Audiences of all ages will fall in love with Pittsburgh CLO's production of The Sound of Music, July 19-31 at the Benedum Center. T

Porchlight Music Theatre Presents THE KING AND I, Closes 6/5
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2011


Porchlight Music Theatre will present its 2010-2011 season finale, the beloved musical THE KING AND I, for the final performance on June 5, 2011 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, Chicago.

Photo Flash: THE KING AND I
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 29, 2011


Porchlight Music Theatre will present its 2010-2011 season finale, the beloved musical THE KING AND I, through June 5 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, Chicago.

Porchlight Music Theatre Presents THE KING & I 4/22-6/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 27, 2011


Porchlight Music Theatre will present its 2010-2011 season finale, the beloved musical THE KING AND I, previewing April 22 and running through June 5. The Press Opening is on Friday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, Chicago.

Porchlight Music Theatre Presents THE KING AND I, Previews Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2011


Porchlight Music Theatre will present its 2010-2011 season finale, the beloved musical THE KING AND I, previewing April 22 and running through June 5.

Porchlight Music Theatre Presents THE KING & I 4/22-6/5
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2011


Porchlight Music Theatre will present its 2010-2011 season finale, the beloved musical THE KING AND I, previewing April 22 and running through June 5. The Press Opening is on Friday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, Chicago.

Timeline Theater Co Presents THE FRONT PAGE 4/16-6/12
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2011


TimeLine Theatre Company presents The Front Page by Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur, directed by TimeLine Associate Artistic Director Nick Bowling, April 16 - June 12, 2011 (previews April 12 through April 15) at TimeLine Theatre, 615 W. Wellington Ave., Chicago. Press Opening performances are Saturday, April 16 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 17 at 2 p.m.

Porchlight Music Theatre THE KING AND I to Play Stage 773, 4/22 - 6/5
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 5, 2011


Porchlight Music Theatre will present its 2010-2011 season finale, the beloved musical THE KING AND I, previewing April 22 and running through June 5. The Press Opening is on Friday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, Chicago.

Porchlight Music Theatre Presents THE KING AND I, Previews 4/22
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 1, 2011


Porchlight Music Theatre will present its 2010-2011 season finale, the beloved musical THE KING AND I, previewing April 22 and running through June 5.

Porchlight Music Theatre Presents THE KING & I 4/22-6/5
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 31, 2011


Porchlight Music Theatre will present its 2010-2011 season finale, the beloved musical THE KING AND I, previewing April 22 and running through June 5. The Press Opening is on Friday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, Chicago.

Porchlight Music Theatre Announces its 2011-2012 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 28, 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 Confirms Three Rare UK June Concerts
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 28, 2011


Universally hailed as the reigning King of the Blues, the legendary B.B. King will perform three UK concerts in Manchester, Edinburgh and London in June 2011.

B.B. King at the Boulder Theater Rescheduled for 8/20
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 21, 2011


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

Timeline Theater Co Presents THE FRONT PAGE 4/16-6/12
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 17, 2011


TimeLine Theatre Company presents The Front Page by Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur, directed by TimeLine Associate Artistic Director Nick Bowling, April 16 - June 12, 2011 (previews April 12 through April 15) at TimeLine Theatre, 615 W. Wellington Ave., Chicago. Press Opening performances are Saturday, April 16 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 17 at 2 p.m.

Mark Morris Dance Group Returns to the Harris Theater 2/25-27
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2011


Maverick choreographer Mark Morris and his extraordinary Mark Morris Dance Group return to the Harris Theater for a limited engagement February 25 and 26, 2011 at 7:30 pm and February 27, 2011 at 3 pm.

Mark Morris Dance Group Returns to the Harris Theater 2/25-27
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2011


Maverick choreographer Mark Morris and his extraordinary Mark Morris Dance Group return to the Harris Theater for a limited engagement February 25 and 26, 2011 at 7:30 pm and February 27, 2011 at 3 pm.

Gexa Energy Broadway at The Hobby Center Announces its 2011-2012 Season
by Erin Privratsky - Feb 13, 2011


Gexa Energy Broadway at the Hobby Center turns the spotlight on the newest hits from Broadway in its 2011-2012 season, announced today. Houston theater audiences will be captivated with new Broadway shows this season!

Clapton's LAYLA AND OTHER LOVER SONGS Turns 40
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 1, 2011


In the world of rock there are recordings that truly resonate in historical importance and continue to cast an enduring shadow of influence. Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs is one of the most steadfastly revered musical treasures of its era. Its famous title track is still hailed as an essential rock guitar anthem, a signature tune of rock's leading guitar hero, Eric Clapton.

Mark Morris Dance Group Returns to the Harris Theater 2/25-27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 28, 2011


Maverick choreographer Mark Morris and his extraordinary Mark Morris Dance Group return to the Harris Theater for a limited engagement February 25 and 26, 2011 at 7:30 pm and February 27, 2011 at 3 pm.

Storm King Art Center Celebrates 50th Anniversary 6/5
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2010


Storm King Art Center, sculpture park, celebrates its fiftieth anniversary with two special exhibitions opening on Saturday, June 5. 5+5: New Perspectives, comprising 12 new and recent works by ten artists, and The View from Here: Storm King at Fifty explores key aspects of Storm King's rich and varied history. Storm King's 2010 season is April 1 through November 14: Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:30 pm (open until 8:00 pm on Saturdays, May 29-September 4; until 5:00 pm daily, November 3-14). For more information visit www.stormkingartcenter.org.

TRU and Weist Barron present ACTORS RESOURCE NIGHT AND SPEED DATING
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2010


Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU), in association with Weist Barron Studios and Jeremy Handelman/Wag That Reel, offers twenty-two actors a chance to meet with casting directors and other industry professionals at TRU's ACTORS RESOURCE NIGHT AND SPEED DATING.

Kelli O'Hara, Judy Kaye, David Pittu and Will Chase to Star in BELLS ARE RINGING
by Robert Diamond - Oct 14, 2010


Kelli O'Hara and Will Chase will star in Bells Are Ringing, the first Encores! production of the New York City Center season, running November 18-21 at City Center. The cast also features Dylan Baker, Bobby Cannavale, Judy Kaye, Brad Oscar and David Pittu. Bells Are Ringing, directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall with music direction by Rob Berman, has music by Jule Styne and book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green.

TRU and Weist Barron present ACTORS RESOURCE NIGHT AND SPEED DATING
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 12, 2010


Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU), in association with Weist Barron Studios and Jeremy Handelman/Wag That Reel, offers twenty-two actors a chance to meet with casting directors and other industry professionals at TRU's ACTORS RESOURCE NIGHT AND SPEED DATING.

Northrop Dance Presents American Ballet Theatre 10/9
by BWW News Desk - Oct 9, 2010


Northrop Dance at the University of Minnesota presents American Ballet Theatre's ABT II on Sat, Oct 9 at 8:00 pm at Northrop.

The King and I FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The King and I have there been?
The King and I has had 26 productions including Broadway which opened in 1951, Broadway which opened in 1951, West End which opened in 1953, Off-Broadway which opened in 1956, Off-Broadway which opened in 1960, Off-Broadway which opened in 1961, Off-Broadway which opened in 1963, Broadway which opened in 1964, Off-Broadway which opened in 1968, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 1969, West End which opened in 1973, Broadway which opened in 1977, Broadway which opened in 1977, West End which opened in 1979, Broadway which opened in 1985, Broadway which opened in 1985, Broadway which opened in 1996, Broadway which opened in 1996, West End which opened in 2000, Milburn, NJ (Regional) which opened in 2002, US Tour which opened in 2004, St. Louis, MO (Regional) which opened in 2006, Broadway which opened in 2015, US Tour which opened in 2016, West End which opened in 2018 and West End which opened in 2024.

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