The King and I
Published
The King and I is a classic musical set in 1860s Siam.
Synopsis
It tells the story of Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher hired by King Mongkut of Siam to educate his many children.
As Anna teaches, she and the King learn from each other and understand their cultural differences.
The musical explores themes of respect, love, and understanding in a cross-cultural context, and is celebrated for its memorable music and compelling storyline.
About the show
- Written by: Oscar Hammerstein II, Richard Rodgers
- Premiered: 1951
- Genres & themes: 1950s, Cultural Clash, Historical, Romance, Two Act
- Setting: 1860s
Songs from The King and I
- I Whistle a Happy Tune
- My Lord and Master
- Hello, Young Lovers
- The March of the Siamese Children
- A Puzzlement
- Getting to Know You
- We Kiss in a Shadow
- Shall I Tell You What I Think of You?
- Something Wonderful
- I Have Dreamed
- Shall We Dance?