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Tickets to THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL Canadian Premiere to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2026

Tickets for the Canadian premiere of the UK premiere production of The Karate Kid- The Musical will go on public sale on June 1, 2026.  

Video: Get a First Look at THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026

You can now get a first look at the UK premiere production of The Karate Kid - The Musical in a new trailer here! The musical is based on the Columbia Pictures motion picture

Interview: 'This Is A Dream': Musician & Lyricist Drew Gasparini On Bringing THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL To The UK
by Kat Mokrynski - May 12, 2026

Recently, we had the chance to speak with Drew Gasparini, who wrote the music and lyrics for The Karate Kid. We discussed what his creative process has been like for the show, what it’s like to write for an adaptation versus an original piece of work and even how he didn’t actually want to be a part of the Karate Kid musical in the first place!

Photos: Gino Ochello and More in THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL UK Premiere
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026

All new photos have been released from the UK premiere of The Karate Kid - The Musical, now playing at the New Wimbledon Theatre before touring. Check out the photos here!

Photos: THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL UK Tour In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026

Rehearsal photos have been released for the UK premiere tour of THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL, based on the Columbia Pictures film. The stage adaptation features a book by Robert Mark Kamen and music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini, bringing the story of Daniel LaRusso and Mr. Miyagi to the stage.

Cast Set For THE KARATE KID – THE MUSICAL UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026

Full casting has been set for the UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL. Learn more about the upcoming tour and find out how to get tickets here!

13 GOING ON 30 THE MUSICAL Will Make North American Premiere in Toronto
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2026

The 2026/27 Operation Mirvish Theatre Season has been announced at the Mirvish Theatre in Toronto, including the North American premiere of 13 Going on 30 - The Musical. Learn more here!

THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL Will Embark on UK Premiere Tour in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2025

A UK premiere production of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL will embark on a major UK Tour next spring, prior to the West End and Broadway. Learn more about the production here!

Ralph Macchio Gives Update for KARATE KID Musical Adaptation
by Emmy Rice - May 25, 2025

The Karate Kid franchise was announced as another adaptation for the stage back in January 2020, though there had been little news since then. Ralph Macchio, well known for portraying the role of Daniel LaRusso, gave an encouraging update on the progress of the adaptation. 

New Movie Musical Short Film 'MORE TOGETHER' To Begin Streaming This July
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 28, 2024

Day By Day Pictures has announced the release of their latest movie-musical endeavour, 'MORE TOGETHER' - a Jake Foy film with music & lyrics by Drew Gasparini, premiering on BroadwayHD and Prime Video July 5, 2024!

Alex Brightman, Drew Gasparini Join THE LIFE AND SLIMES OF MARC SUMMERS For Behind the Scenes Conversation
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024

Join Marc Summers, Alex Brightman, and Drew Gasparini for a creative conversation about the making of THE LIFE AND SLIMES OF MARC SUMMERS, taking place on Sunday, May 19, 2024.

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2024

Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

Photos: Ralph Macchio Attends Reading of THE KARATE KID Musical
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023

The producers of The Karate Kid - The Musical hosted a reading of the upcoming musical yesterday to a packed studio of Broadway industry heavyweights.

Feature: St. Louis' Top 10 Theatrical Events of 2022
by James Lindhorst - Dec 14, 2022

This past year was filled with exceptional theatrical productions in the St. Louis Arts Community. Nearly every performance in 2022 at STAGES St. Louis, The Muny, The Black Rep and Midnight Company were entertaining with only a few misfires. As a long-time season ticket holder to The Fabulous Fox Theatre and a first-time attendee to New Line Theatre, I had the opportunity to see nearly every theatrical production that was staged in these venues. Instead of compiling a top ten list of best shows, I decided this would be the opportunity to recognize the best work, both performing and technical theater, that I observed in 2022. Without further ado, here are the ten best works on the stages of St. Louis throughout the past year. 

Broadway Composer Drew Gasparini Will Perform at Norwich Theatre in UK Exclusive
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2022

Norwich Theatre has announced a special performance and masterclass by US musical theatre composer and singer/songwriter Drew Gasparini at its Norwich Theatre Playhouse venue for one night only (22 Oct). This is the only date Drew will perform in the UK.

Alex Brightman, Andrew Kober, F. Michael Haynie and More Will Appear in DREW GASPARINI: ONE LAST TOAST (FOR NOW) at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2022

54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents One Last Toast (For Now), an evening of music from Drew Gasparini, composer of the Broadway-bound The Karate Kid, It's Kind of a Funny Story, and Skittles Commercial: the Broadway Musical on Monday, July 25th.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of the Pre-Broadway Run of THE KARATE KID - THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2022

Last night, the world premiere of THE KARATE KID – The Musical opened at STAGES St. Louis’ Kirkwood Performing Arts Center and we've got photos from opening night!

Review Roundup: Pre-Broadway Run of THE KARATE KID Opens in St. Louis
by Alan Henry - Jun 2, 2022

The Karate Kid - The Musical is having its pre-Broadway, world premier engagement with STAGES St. Louis at the Ross Family Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center, and celebrated its official opening night yestrday. Let's see what the critics have to say!

BWW Review: THE KARATE KID THE MUSICAL at STAGES St. Louis At The Ross Family Theater In The Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
by James Lindhorst - Jun 2, 2022

Director Amon Miyamoto leads his cast and creative team in staging a production that is familiar, completely original, and theatrically exciting. The choreography and set design work in tandem to create motion on a stage that’s never been seen before. Each member of the cast completely disappears into their roles with performances that are stellar by both the Broadway veterans and actors making their stage debuts.

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals of the Pre-Broadway Run of THE KARATE KID
by Alan Henry - May 25, 2022

In an all new video, go behind-the-scenes of The Karate Kid - The Musical ahead of its pre-Broadway, world premiere engagement with STAGES St. Louis at the Ross Family Theatre at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center which begins previews tonight, Wednesday, May 25 with an opening night set for Wednesday, June 1.