| Opera Australia - The King and I Reviews | 25 April 2024 |
Lisa McCune (Anna Leonowens), Teddy Tahu Rhodes (King of Siam)
Teddy Tahu Rhodes (King of Siam)
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The King and IOpera AustraliaNo. of reviews: 5 | |
A lovingly recreated, picture perfect production |
 17 Sep 14 / The Opera Critic |
Lisa McCune reigns supreme as Anna in lavish Opera Australia production of The King and I |
| 14 Sep 14 / The Daily Telegraph |
A spectacular rendition of a classic musical, filled with pageantry and pathos, wit, humour, and heart |
| 13 Sep 14 / Australian Stage |
Lisa McCune in her element but production showing its age |
| 12 Sep 14 / Sydney Morning Herald |
Lisa McCune is a strong actor and, even from the back of the dress circle, commands attention |
| 12 Sep 14 / Daily Review |
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Is the King and I racist, and is it time it was put to rest?
The King and I opens in Sydney this week off the back of successful seasons in Brisbane and Melbourne, overwhelmingly positive reviews from the major papers, and a Helpmann Award for best musical.
The King and I opens in Sydney this week off the back of successful seasons in Brisbane and Melbourne, overwhelmingly positive reviews from the major papers, and a Helpmann Award for best musical.
Romantic leads
Lisa McCune on the truth behind The King and I.
Lisa McCune on the truth behind The King and I.
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Cast
McCune, Rhodes, Liu, Donni, Yu, Rhone, Adam, Adam
(c) Casey (d) Renshaw
Performance dates
7(m), 7, 9, 10(m), 10, 12, 13(m), 13, 14(m), 16(m), 17(m), 17, 18, 19, 20(m), 20, 21(m), 23(m), 24(m), 24, 25, 26, 27(m), 27, 28(m), 30(m) September, 1(m), 1, 2, 3, 4(m), 4, 5(m), 7(m), 8, 9, 10, 11(m), 11, 12(m), 14(m), 15(m), 15, 16, 17, 18(m), 18, 19(m), 21(m), 22(m), 22, 23, 24, 25(m), 25, 26(m), 28(m), 29(m), 29, 30, 31 October, 1(m), 1 Novemb
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