The King and I Revival 1979 - Articles Page 5.8

Ages: 12+
Opened: June 12, 1979
Closing: unknown

The King and I - 1979 - West End History , Info & More

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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The King and I - 1979 - West End Articles Page 5.8

The Old Globe Announces 2020 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2019

The Old Globe's 2020 Summer Season brings to Balboa Park an extraordinarily talented group of artists who will delight audiences with their unique takes on four great works of theatre. The season incudes a classic American musical, a new adaptation of a 20th century thriller, and two of Shakespeare's masterworks on our outdoor stage.

Ryan McCartan, Brian Stokes Mitchell and More at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2019

Next week, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.

Wake Up With BWW 10/16: THE LIGHTNING THIEF Opens, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2019

Today's top stories: The Lightning Thief officially opens tonight, and more!

BWW Blog: The Blend of Musical Theatre and Horror
by Student Blogger: Emily Bonifacio - Oct 14, 2019

College can be extremely stressful sometimes, especially after midterms, which I just experienced last week. However, there are many ways to destress and unwind due to the pressure and trials of school and watching musical films are a perfect way to do just that and what better time of the year to do that than around Halloween time? There are so many amazing Halloween and horror films and surprisingly there are also a lot of horror musicals that are simply fantastic.

Guest Blog: Playwright Steve Waters On THE LAST KING OF SCOTLAND
by Marianka Swain - Oct 4, 2019

When I was first approached by Giles Foden to adapt his 1998 novel for the stage, I was unsure how to respond. I'd seen Kevin MacDonald's fine movie version in 2006 and wondered what a theatrical version could add to it. So I went back to Giles's novel and found myself gripped by his account of Ugandan history and the complexity of Idi Amin Dada, its nightmarishly charismatic President from 1971 to 1979. Giles constructed Nicholas Garrigan, Amin's physician, out of a number of real prototypes, ranging from rogue diplomats to mercenaries. What gripped me from the outset was the core psychological drama exploring friendship, charisma and denial in the face of atrocity. 

Renowned Songwriter, Producer, And Arranger Bob Esty Passes Away
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2019

Renowned songwriter, producer, and arranger Bob Esty died on September 27, 2019 in Los Angeles, after a short battle with metastatic cancer. He was 72.

Wake Up With BWW 8/5: SIX Will Return to Chicago, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2019

Today's top stories: Six will return to Chicago, and more!

Berkeley Rep Announces Cast And Creative Team For THE GREAT WAVE
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 31, 2019

Berkeley Repertory Theatre today announced the cast and creative team for the American premiere of The Great Wave written by Francis Turnly and directed by Mark Wing-Davey.

Birdland Presents Dee Dee Bridgewater, Nicki Parrott, Chiemi Nakai Latin Jazz Quartet and More
by Sarah Hookey - Jul 25, 2019

Birdland Presents Dee Dee Bridgewater, Nicki Parrott, Chiemi Nakai Latin Jazz Quartet and More

Rajo Laurel to Design Costumes For SWEENEY TODD; Show Opens Oct. 11
by Oliver Oliveros - Jul 23, 2019

Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary, is thrilled to announce that Rajo Laurel will be designing the costumes for its highly anticipated staging of SWEENEY TODD starring Lea Salonga and Jett Pangan.

Fun Facts About All 41 Broadway Theatres
by Nicole Rosky - May 11, 2019

What makes a Broadway theatre? Technically any venue with 500 seats or more, located along Broadway in New York City's Theatre District is a Broadway theatre, and the art that is produced in these special places is widely considered the highest form of theatrical entertainment in the world. Today, forty-one theatres are technically Broadway houses, each with their own rich history. Below, we're giving you the scoop on the life of every one of them!

Ken Page and More Join The Muny's GUYS AND DOLLS
by Alan Henry - May 8, 2019

BroadwayWorld has learned today the complete cast, design and production team for Guys and Dolls, the first show of its second century, June 10 - 16.

Herod And Pilate Are Women Of Power In THE ROPE AND THE CROSS At New Vibe Lounge
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2019

Two of history's most famous biblical figures, King Herod the Great and Roman Governor Pontius Pilate, will be played by women in the Easter drama, The Rope and The Cross, to be staged at the New Vibe Lounge in Rockville Centre Long Island on Easter Sunday, April 21.

Phil Daniels And Janie Dee Will Star In New Musical THE HAPPY PRINCE
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2019

A new musical based on Oscar Wilde's classic fairy tale will be presented in three showcase performances at The Place from 3 - 4 May 2019. The Happy Prince stars Janie Dee as Mrs Bentley, Phil Daniels as The Mayor, Sophia Hurdley as The Swallow and Sam Archer as The Prince. This heart-rending story about a Swallow's faithful love for the golden statue of a Prince is told through a seamless fusion of dance and song.

Bernadette Peters, THE LION KING, and More Come to the Kravis Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2019

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts celebrates the circle of life and numerous other entertainment pleasures with an audience-pleasing assortment of stellar concerts, shows and special events throughout April and May

Plays By Women Rock the Strawberry One-Act Festival for Women's History Month
by BWW News Desk - Mar 13, 2019

Never underestimate the power and talent of a woman. 11 Fearless Women Playwrights will have their plays grace the stage in the Strawberry One-Act Festival with BOLD new ideas that are unapologetic and thought provoking! Beginning with JESSICA MARIE FISHER'S Welcome To Narnia, to JO RODRIGUEZ'S Why We're Here, NATASHA COBB'S Doin' Good and CAROLYN MOSES' Adam's Eve; these women playwrights tackle everything from sexual abuse, identity, empowerment, careers, family and chasing Jibouti forces.

Wake Up With BWW 3/12: Gizel Jimenez Begins Performances in WICKED, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2019

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Take a moment, grab your coffee, and catch up on the latest Broadway news!

George Abud & Katrina Lenk, Laura Osnes, and More Head Up Birdland in March
by Julie Musbach - Feb 15, 2019

Birdland will kick-off their exciting month of programming with the following acts

Plays By Women Rock the Strawberry One-Act Festival for Women's History Month
by Julie Musbach - Feb 13, 2019

Never underestimate the power and talent of a woman. 11 Fearless Women Playwrights will have their plays grace the stage in the Strawberry One-Act Festival with BOLD new ideas that are unapologetic and thought provoking! Beginning with JESSICA MARIE FISHER'S Welcome To Narnia, to JO RODRIGUEZ'S Why We're Here, NATASHA COBB'S Doin' Good and CAROLYN MOSES' Adam's Eve; these women playwrights tackle everything from sexual abuse, identity, empowerment, careers, family and chasing Jibouti forces.

Flushing Town Hall Continues 40th Anniversary Season Celebrations With A Spectacular Selection Of Jazz And More
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2019

In 2019, Flushing Town Hall offers a breadth of outstanding global music, family programs, exhibitions, jazz and workshops. From January through June, Flushing Town Hall will present 72 programs, including 18 world music shows, 10 jazz performances, eight family programs, seven classical music concerts, three exhibitions, and more.  The spring season is a continuation of 40th anniversary celebrations of the Flushing Council on Culture and the Arts (FCCA), the steward of Flushing Town Hall.

VIDEO: On This Day, January 7 - Yul Brynner Returns To His Broadway Throne in THE KING AND I
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2019

On this day in 1985 legendary actor Yul Brynner returns to Broadway for the final time in a revival of The King and I starring Mary Beth Peil at the Broadway Theatre.

Birdland Presents Curtis Stigers, Pharoah Sanders And More Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2018

Birdland will kick-off their great week of programming with the following acts:

REVIVAL: THE SAM BUSH STORY To Be Released Digitally 11/1 via Amazon
by Tori Hartshorn - Oct 29, 2018

There was only one prize-winning teenager carrying stones big enough to say thanks, but no thanks to Roy Acuff.  Only one son of Kentucky finding a light of inspiration from Bill Monroe and his Blue Grass Boys and catching a fire from Bob Marley and The Wailers.  Only one progressive hippie allying with like-minded conspirators, rolling out the newgrass revolution, and then leaving the genre's torch-bearing band behind as it reached its commercial peak.  There is only one consensus pick of peers and predecessors, of the traditionalists, the rebels, and the next gen devotees. Music's ultimate inside outsider. Or is it outside insider? There is only one Sam Bush.

Wake Up With BWW 10/16: AIN'T TOO PROUD Opens in Toronto, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2018

Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: Ain't Too Proud opens its pre-Broadway run in Toronto tonight, and more!

Photo Flash: San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon Presents THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 4, 2018

San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon (Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas, Co-Executive Directors) has announced the full cast and creative team for the opening production of its 2018-2019 season, THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS (nominated for seven Tony Awards). THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS features a book by Larry L. King and Peter Masterson, and music and lyrics by Carol Hall. 42nd Street Moon's production runs from October 3 - 21, 2018 and will perform at San Francisco's Gateway Theatre (formerly the Eureka Theatre). The press opening will take place on Saturday, October 6 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets range from $30 - $75 and can be purchased through the Box Office at (415) 255-8207 or online at www.42ndstmoon.org.

The King and I FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the songs are in The King and I and what's the order?
Royal Dance Before the King
Procession of the White Elephant
Arrival at Bangkok
I Whistle a Happy Tune
My Lord and Master
Hello, Young Lovers [i]
March of the Royal Siamese Children
Children Sing, Priests Chant
A Puzzlement
The Royal Bangkok Academy
Getting to Know You
We Kiss in a Shadow
Shall I Tell You What I Think of You?
Something Wonderful
Prayer to Buddah
Western People Funny
Dance of Anna and Sir Edward
I Have Dreamed
The Small House of Uncle Thomas Ballet
Song of the King

Waiting
Who Would Refuse?
Now You Leave
Why? Why? Why?
Anna and Son Klin
Hello, Young Lovers [ii]
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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