Details

The 1951 classic is based on a diary, entitled Anna and the King, which tells the story of young Westerner Anna Leonowens who is brought to the court of the king of Siam to become the tutor for his children. The musical, which was made into a film starring Deborah Kerr and Yul Brynner in 1956, features several classic songs including "Shall We Dance", "Getting to Know You", "Hello Young Lovers" and "I Whistle a Happy Tune".

Cast/Performers

Daniel Dae Kim (The King), Maria Friedman (Anna)

Creatives/Company

Author(s): Rodgers, Hammerstein
Producer(s): Raymond Gubbay, Royal Albert Hall
Director: Jeremy Sams
Musical Director: Gareth Valentine
Design: Robert Jones
Costume: Robert Jones
Choreographer: Susan Kikuchi
Lighting: Andrew Bridge