Rodgers and Hammerstein’s
THE KING AND I

Music by RICHARD RODGERS
Book and Lyrics by OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II

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

Original Choreography by Jerome Robbins

THE KING AND I is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization.
www.concordtheatricals.com

Artistic Directors
Brian Sharp - Stage Director
Kim Warrick - Vocal Director
Judd Gibbs – Choreographer

Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra
James Johnston - Conductor

The Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra performs the original orchestral score to this fully staged musical.

The year is 1862 in Siam when an English widow, Anna Leonowens, and her young son arrive at the Royal Palace in Bangkok, having been summoned by the King to serve as tutor to his many children and wives. The King is largely considered to be a "barbarian" by those in the West, and he seeks Anna's assistance in changing his image, if not his ways. With both keeping a firm grip on their respective traditions and values, Anna and the King grow to understand and respect one another in a truly unique love story.

Featuring a trove of cherished songs, including "Shall We Dance," "Something Wonderful," "Whistle a Happy Tune," and "Getting to Know You," among many other favorites, this timeless musical first premiered on Broadway in March 1951 and has since enjoyed several sensational runs on Broadway over the last 75 years. The MVSO is thrilled to bring this musical to the APAC this summer!

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