The King and I (1982)
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Plot Synopsis:
It's the 1860's and the Western world is closing in on Thailand. Hoping to give his family the necessary knowledge to survive in this New World, the King of Thailand hires for his children a British governess, Anna. At first, Anna and the King struggle to find common ground between Thai and British attitudes. Soon though, the two opposites fall in love. Meanwhile, Tuptim and Luntha have a hidden romance even though Tuptim belongs to the King.
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Show Info and Crew Members:
Show Dates: March 30, April 1, 2, 3, 1982 Director: Larry A. Williams Choreographer: Jodi Roberts Costume Designer: Marie Roth Scene Design: Rick Eckhart Lighting: Charles Maurer
Cast:
John Ortiz ... The King Lorraine Frey ... Anna Kim Stubits ... Tuptim Richard Long ... Luntha Lisa Kern ... Lady Thiang Landis Green ... Prince Chulalongkorn Mike Maurer ... Louis Dennis Peters ... The Kralahome Barton Bilheimer ... Captain Orton Lisa Snell ... Princess Ying Yaawolak David Hensinger ... Sir Edward Ramsey Yuriki Suzuki ... Eliza Darryl Messinger ... The Interpreter
Director's Notes:
"The King and I," which opened on March 30, 1982 in the new Northern Lehigh Little Theatre in the new Northern Lehigh High School, was comprised of the largest casts in the history of Northern Lehigh School District. One hundred and twenty cast members, grades 1 through 12, were put on stage to officially dedicate the new theatre. With John Ortiz portraying the King, even to the point of donning a bald head, and Lorraine Frey, as Anna, the show was performed for four full houses. The beautiful scenery by Rick Eckhart and each silk & velvet costume hand made by Marie Roth, brought this fabulous show to life. Directed by Larry A. Williams and choreographed by Jodi Roberts, this memorable production was a great way to open a new high school.
