HUDSON, NC (October 6, 2016)…The Town of Hudson proudly announces our 22nd Dinner Theatre Production, the classic musical, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “The King and I.” “The King and I,” the 5th collaboration between Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein, tells the story of British schoolteacher Anna Leonowens, and her relationship with the King of Siam, as she teaches his many children about Western culture and tradition. The show is based on a true story and contains many popular songs, among them, “I Whistle a Happy Tune,” “Hello, Young Lovers,” “Shall We Dance?” and “Getting to Know You.” The musical won the Tony Award for Best Musical in its inaugural Broadway run in 1952 and the Tony for Best Revival of a Broadway Musical in 1996 and 2015. A touring Broadway Production begins late this year and Hudson was very fortunate to get rights to perform this show! The film version of “The King and I” was made famous by Yul Brenner and Deborah Kerr. Director Keith Smith says, “I am more excited about this production than any we have done to date here at the HUB. We have a Cast and Crew of 73, with 40 children! Some of the costuming is from the 1996 Broadway revival of the show. The show is choreographed by Leanna Bodnar, who worked with the original Broadway and movie choreographer of the show, Jerome Robbins. Pianist for the show is Mr. Greg Knight, an International Finalist in the prestigious Van Cliburn Piano Competition. Please plan to get your tickets early and tell everyone you know about the show!” Catering will be provided by Dan’l Boone Inn.
Show Dates: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, October 20th, 21st, 22nd, 27th, 28th and 29th
Dinner at 6:30 PM, Show to follow at 7:30 PM
Tickets: $35 for Dinner and the Show, $17.50 for the Show only
Tickets are currently on sale at the HUB Box Office 145 Central Street, Hudson, NC 28638
Box Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 -12:30; 1:30 – 5:00
All Sales Final
For further information about tickets, please call (828) 726-8871