The King and I Revival 1956 - Articles Page 17

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!

The King and I - 1956 - Off-Broadway Cast

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The King and I - 1956 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 17

Northrop Dance Presents American Ballet Theatre 10/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 30, 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.

Lehmann Maupin Closes YUL, Yul Brynner: A Photographic Journey 9/25
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2010


Lehmann Maupin is pleased to present YUL, Yul Brynner: A Photographic Journey, on view at 201 Chrystie Street, September 12 - 25 2010.

Lehmann Maupin Presents YUL, Yul Brynner: A Photographic Journey 9/12-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 13, 2010


Lehmann Maupin is pleased to present YUL, Yul Brynner: A Photographic Journey, on view at 201 Chrystie Street, September 12 - 25 2010.

The Community Asian Theatre Announces Auditons for THE KING AND I, 8/28 & 8/29
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2010


The Community Asian Theatre of the Sierra (CATS) announces auditions for its 2011 production, Rodgers and Hammersteins' beloved musical, The King and I, directed by Leslie Ann Rivers, with musical direction by Ken Hardin, and choreography by George Jayne. The King and I will be staged from March 17 to April 16, 2011, at the Nevada Theatre in Nevada City. Auditions will be held on Saturday and Sunday, August 28 and August 29, at St. Joseph's Cultural Center in Grass Valley. Callbacks will be scheduled shortly thereafter, and dates, times, and venue will be advised.

The Community Asian Theatre Announces Auditons for THE KING AND I, 8/28 & 8/29
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2010


The Community Asian Theatre of the Sierra (CATS) announces auditions for its 2011 production, Rodgers and Hammersteins' beloved musical, The King and I, directed by Leslie Ann Rivers, with musical direction by Ken Hardin, and choreography by George Jayne. The King and I will be staged from March 17 to April 16, 2011, at the Nevada Theatre in Nevada City. Auditions will be held on Saturday and Sunday, August 28 and August 29, at St. Joseph's Cultural Center in Grass Valley. Callbacks will be scheduled shortly thereafter, and dates, times, and venue will be advised.

TARGET FREE OPERA IN THE OUTFIELD Held At Nationals Park 9/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 9, 2010


Washington National Opera (WNO) today announced the third-annual Target FREE Opera in the Outfield, a free, live opera broadcast at Nationals Park. This year's simulcast, Verdi's dramatic opera A Masked Ball (Un Ballo in Maschera), will take place on the afternoon of Sunday, September 19, 2010, and is expected to attract up to 20,000 people for free opera and 'pre-game' activities in the festive ballpark atmosphere.

Old Globe Presents DiPietro's THE LAST ROMANCE, 8/5-9/5
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2010


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for the West Coast Premiere of Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro's The Last Romance. Old Globe Associate Artist and television icon Marion Ross will star with her longtime partner Paul Michael in the new romantic comedy which was written for them by DiPietro.

Old Globe's THE LAST ROMANCE Begins Previews 7/30
by BWW News Desk - Jul 30, 2010


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for the West Coast Premiere of Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro's The Last Romance. Old Globe Associate Artist and television icon Marion Ross will star with her longtime partner Paul Michael in the new romantic comedy which was written for them by DiPietro.

The Community Asian Theatre Announces Auditons for THE KING AND I, 8/28 & 8/29
by Lauren Wolman - Jul 10, 2010


The Community Asian Theatre of the Sierra (CATS) announces auditions for its 2011 production, Rodgers and Hammersteins' beloved musical, The King and I, directed by Leslie Ann Rivers, with musical direction by Ken Hardin, and choreography by George Jayne. The King and I will be staged from March 17 to April 16, 2011, at the Nevada Theatre in Nevada City. Auditions will be held on Saturday and Sunday, August 28 and August 29, at St. Joseph's Cultural Center in Grass Valley. Callbacks will be scheduled shortly thereafter, and dates, times, and venue will be advised.

PA Shakes' A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM Closes 7/11
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2010


Outrageous situations lead to hilarious complications in the legendary musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum opening on the Main Stage at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Friday, June 25. With previews June 23 and 24, Forum continues through July 11. Ticket prices range from $25 to $53.

Ross, Michael Star In Old Globe's THE LAST ROMANCE
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 7, 2010


Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for the West Coast Premiere of Tony Award winner Joe DiPietro's The Last Romance. Old Globe Associate Artist and television icon Marion Ross will star with her longtime partner Paul Michael in the new romantic comedy which was written for them by DiPietro.

Broadway In Chicago Announces Free Concert at Taste Featuring the Best of B'way
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 25, 2010


Broadway In Chicago, in partnership with the City of Chicago, is pleased to present the annual BROADWAY IN CHICAGO CONCERT AT TASTE OF CHICAGO, a fantastic, FREE event on Monday, June 28 at 6:00 p.m. at the Petrillo Music Shell in Grant Park (235 S. Columbus Drive).

PA Shakes Launches A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM 6/23
by BWW News Desk - Jun 25, 2010


Outrageous situations lead to hilarious complications in the legendary musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum opening on the Main Stage at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Friday, June 25. With previews June 23 and 24, Forum continues through July 11. Ticket prices range from $25 to $53.

PA Shakes Launches A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM 6/23
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2010


Outrageous situations lead to hilarious complications in the legendary musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum opening on the Main Stage at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Friday, June 25. With previews June 23 and 24, Forum continues through July 11. Ticket prices range from $25 to $53.

PA Shakes Launches A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM 6/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 9, 2010


Outrageous situations lead to hilarious complications in the legendary musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum opening on the Main Stage at the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Friday, June 25. With previews June 23 and 24, Forum continues through July 11. Ticket prices range from $25 to $53.

Storm King Art Center Celebrates 50th Anniversary 6/5
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 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.

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

Storm King Art Center Celebrates 50th Anniversary 6/5
by Elisabeth Nebeker - May 21, 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.

The Metropolitan Room Announces Their June Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 18, 2010


Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge. No cover, no minimum!

NY Festival Of Song Presents 'The Newest Deal' 5/4, 5/6
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2010


Kaufman Center and New York Festival Of Song (NYFOS, www.nyfos.org), acclaimed by New York Magazine as 'The best classical music programming in New York,' will present an all-new program on May 4 and 6 at 8 PM of American composers, including the premiere of Beautiful Ohio, a song cycle by 2009 Pulitzer Prize- finalist Harold Meltzer, with texts of poet James Arlington Wright and composed specifically for the young American tenor Paul Appleby.

NY Festival Of Song Presents 'The Newest Deal' 5/4, 5/6
by BWW News Desk - May 4, 2010


Kaufman Center and New York Festival Of Song (NYFOS, www.nyfos.org), acclaimed by New York Magazine as 'The best classical music programming in New York,' will present an all-new program on May 4 and 6 at 8 PM of American composers, including the premiere of Beautiful Ohio, a song cycle by 2009 Pulitzer Prize- finalist Harold Meltzer, with texts of poet James Arlington Wright and composed specifically for the young American tenor Paul Appleby.

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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