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Closing: October 09, 1999

Honk! - 1999 London Fringe History , Info & More

Landor Theatre
70 Landor Rd., Clapham London

Based on the story “The Ugly Duckling" by Hans Christian Andersen

Honk! is a musical adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen story The Ugly Duckling. This is the story of Ugly, whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and other barnyard creatures. Separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry Cat, Ugly must find his way home. Along his rollicking and harrowing journey he not only discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in all its forms. Aimed primarily at children and their parents, the musical incorporates a message of tolerance.

The original London production won the 2000 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical.


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by Lauren Hilton - Mar 6, 2024


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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2020


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BWW Exclusive: NAMT 2020 Festival Of New Musicals To Accept Applications Free Of Charge
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2019


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by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2017


Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 209th season with Broadway's classic musical, perfect for the entire family, ANNIE. Directed by Glenn Casale, with choreography by Michelle Gaudette, ANNIE begins previews on November 7th, opens on November 15th and runs through January 7th on the Walnut's Mainstage.

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by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2017


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Honk! History

Other Productions of Honk!

1997   Regional (UK) World Premiere
Regional (UK)
1999   London Fringe Original London Production
London Fringe
2000   US Premiere

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