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Run Time:
Two hours and 55 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 12+
Opened: April 16, 2015
Closing: June 26, 2016

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Vivian Beaumont Theatre (Broadway)
150 West 65th St. at Broadway New York, NY 10023

Tony winner Bartlett Sher (South Pacific) directs this classic tale of a British schoolteacher's unexpected relationship with the imperious King of Siam.

Five-time Tony Award nominee Kelli O'Hara (The Light in the Piazza, South Pacific) and Academy Award nominee Ken Watanabe (The Last Samurai, Inception) star in a magnificent new Broadway production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's beloved THE KING AND I.

Featuring a cast of more than 50, choreography based on the original by Jerome Robbins, and a score of treasured songs including "Getting to Know You," "I Whistle a Happy Tune" and "Shall We Dance?" in their glorious, original orchestrations, Lincoln Center Theater's new staging of THE KING AND I invites you to get to know this inspiring and enchanting musical classic.


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VIDEO: KING AND I's Kelli O'Hara Performs 'Getting to Know You' on 'Live'
by Caryn Robbins - May 12, 2015


Kelli O'Hara and cast members from Broadway's THE KING AND I performed the classic number 'Getting to Know You' on this morning's 'LIVE'.

DVR Alert: Kelli O'Hara and Cast of THE KING AND I Perform on This Morning's 'Live'
by TV News Desk - May 12, 2015


Kelli O'Hara and cast members from Broadway's The King and I will perform on 'LIVE' today. Be sure to set your DVR's!

THE KING AND I Cast Album Will Arrive in Stores on 6/9; Available Digitally Starting 6/2
by Nicole Rosky - May 7, 2015


 Decca Broadway/Universal Music Classics will release the 2015 Broadway Cast Recording of the Lincoln Center Theater production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE KING AND I starring Kelli O'Hara as Anna Leonowens and Ken Watanabe as the King of Siam.  The critically acclaimed musical received an impressive nine Tony Award Nominations, including Best Musical Revival, Best Leading Actor in a Musical (Ken Watanabe), Best Leading Actress In a Musical (Kelli O'Hara), Best Featured Actress in a Musical (Ruthie Ann Miles), Best Scenic Design of a Musical (Michael Yeargan), Best Costume Design of a Musical (Catherine Zuber), Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Donald Holder), Best Direction of a Musical (Bartlett Sher) and Best Choreography (Christopher Gattelli).  The show has also garnered 5 Outer Critics Circle nominations including Best Musical Revival. 

THE KING AND I's Kelli O'Hara & Ken Watanabe Attend Both Met Ball & NY Pops Gala
by Pat Cerasaro - May 6, 2015


THE KING AND I stars get glam!

THE KING AND I's Broadway Run Now Open-Ended; National Tour to Launch in 2016!
by Tyler Peterson - May 6, 2015


Lincoln Center Theater (under the direction of Producing Artistic Director,  Andre Bishop) has extended the run of its critically acclaimed production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's THE KING AND I, directed by Bartlett Sher, indefinitely at the Vivian Beaumont Theater (150 West 65 Street).  In addition, the Ambassador Theatre Group and NETworks Presentations LLC will launch a national tour of the Lincoln Center Theater production, which was recently nominated for 9 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical, in November 2016 in Providence, RI.   The National Tour will play multi-week and single week engagements throughout the 2016-17 touring season and beyond. Casting and additional engagements for the tour will be announced at a future date.

THE KING AND I Broadway Revival Cast Recording Now Available For Pre-Order, Out 6/2
by Pat Cerasaro - April 28, 2015


THE KING AND I is ready to release a cast album!

2014 Tony Nominees React - Ruthie Ann Miles - 'I asked him [Bart] for some notes'
by Robert Diamond - April 28, 2015


Ruthie Ann Miles, The King and I Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

2015 Tony Nominees React - Ken Watanabe - Thanks Bart Sher and Kelli O'Hara
by Robert Diamond - April 28, 2015


Ken Watanabe, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical, The King and I

KING & I's Kelli O'Hara Talks Broadway Success: 'I'm Not an American Idol Type Singer'
by Caryn Robbins - April 24, 2015


In a new interview with Variety, Kelli O'Hara, who stars as 'Anna' in the current revival of THE KING AND I on Broadway, looks back on her early career, including her 1999 national tour of Frank Wildhorn's 'Jekyll and Hyde.'

Exclusive Photo Coverage: Inside THE KING AND I's Gypsy Robe Ceremony!
by Walter McBride - April 20, 2015


The company of The King and I just celebrated their opening with the Gypsy Robe ritual, at which the recipient from Finding Neverland bestowed the honor on Lainie Sakakura. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you full photo coverage below!

BWW Reviews: Sher's THE KING AND I is South Pacific's Siamese Twin
by Michael Dale - April 19, 2015


Kelli O'Hara stars in a Bartlett Sher Rodgers and Hammerstein revival that mimics his previous Rodgers and Hammerstein revival.

Kelli O'Hara On Getting To Know THE KING AND I, Favorite Moments & More
by Pat Cerasaro - April 17, 2015


Kelli O'Hara talks THE KING AND I in a new interview!

Photo Coverage: THE KING AND I Arrives on Broadway- Go Inside Opening Night!
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - April 17, 2015


Lincoln Center Theater presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I, led by Kelli O'Hara (as Anna Leonowens) and Ken Watanabe (as the King of Siam), directed by Bartlett Sher. The production opened last night, April 16, 2015 at the Vivian Beaumont Theater (150 West 65 Street). BroadwayWorld brings you photos from inside opening night below!

BWW #TBT CD Reviews: Kelli O'Hara's WONDER IN THE WORLD and ALWAYS are Charismatic
by David Clarke - April 16, 2015


Originally from Oklahoma, Broadway superstar Kelli O'Hara has been thrilling New York audiences as Anna Leonowens in Lincoln Center Theater's Broadway revival of THE KING AND I. While she is busy putting the final touches on this cherished, classic role before the critics take their seats for opening night, I am exploring her charismatic solo albums WONDER IN THE WORLD, a collection of classic tunes arranged and orchestrated by Harry Connick, Jr., and ALWAYS, a collection of music from Broadway shows and gifted musical writers.

Review Roundup: THE KING AND I Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - April 16, 2015


Lincoln Center Theater presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I, led by Kelli O'Hara (as Anna Leonowens) and Ken Watanabe (as the King of Siam), directed by Bartlett Sher. The production opens tonight, April 16, 2015 at the Vivian Beaumont Theater (150 West 65 Street). Let's see what the critics had to say...

Shall We Dance? THE KING AND I Opens on Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2015


Lincoln Center Theater presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I, led by Kelli O'Hara (as Anna Leonowens) and Ken Watanabe (as the King of Siam), directed by Bartlett Sher, and opening tonight, April 16, 2015 at the Vivian Beaumont Theater (150 West 65 Street).

TV: Watch Highlights of Kelli O'Hara and Ken Watanabe in THE KING AND I on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - April 14, 2015


Lincoln Center Theater's THE KING AND I, which features a cast led by Kelli O'Hara (as Anna Leonowens) and Ken Watanabe (as the King of Siam), is directed by Bartlett Sher, is currently in previews ahead of an official opening night on Thursday, April 16 at the Vivian Beaumont Theater (150 West 65 Street). Below, BroadwayWorld brings you highlights of the cast in action!

Getting To Know You! Meet the Full Cast of THE KING AND I, Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Meet the Cast - April 16, 2015


Lincoln Center Theater presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I, led by Kelli O'Hara (as Anna Leonowens) and Ken Watanabe (as the King of Siam), directed by Bartlett Sher. The production opens tonight, April 16, 2015 at the Vivian Beaumont Theater (150 West 65 Street). Scroll down to learn more about the company, plus watch highlights from the show!

Kelli O'Hara Discusses Gender Inequality, Bravery & THE KING & I
by Pat Cerasaro - April 11, 2015


Kelli O'Hara reveals all in a new interview!

The King and I FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs 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]

The King and I History

Other Productions of The King and I

1951   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1953   West End London Production
West End
1956   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1960   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1961   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1963   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1964   Broadway Lincoln Center Revival
Broadway
1968   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1969   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1973   West End London Revival
West End
1977   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1979   West End London Revival
West End
1985   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1996   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2000   West End London Production
West End
2002   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2004   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2006   St. Louis, MO (Regional) St. Louis MUNY Production
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2015   Broadway Lincoln Center Theatre Broadway Revival
Broadway
2016   US Tour Lincoln Center National Tour
US Tour
2018   West End West End Revival Prodution
West End
2024   West End
West End

The King and I - 2015 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Costume Design Catherine Zuber
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Leading Actress in a Musical Kelli O'Hara
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Revival of a Musical The King and I
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical The King and I
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical Scott Lehrer
2015 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Ruthie Ann Miles
2015 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Kelli O'Hara
2015 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical The King and I
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Kelli O'Hara
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design Catherine Zuber
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Ruthie Ann Miles
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical The King and I
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design Michael Yeargan
2015 Tony Awards Best Choreography Christopher Gattelli
2015 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Catherine Zuber
2015 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Bartlett Sher
2015 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Donald Holder
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Ken Watanabe
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Ruthie Ann Miles
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Kelli O'Hara
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical The King and I
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Lincoln Center Theater
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Andre Bishop
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Adam Siegel
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Hattie K. Jutagir
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Ambassador Theatre Group
2015 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Michael Yeargan

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