His portrayal of the King is legendary; he played the role on Broadway and in the 1956 film, famously shaving his head for the part and winning an Oscar for his "vivid characterization".
At its heart, it explores the tension between tradition and modernization as the King struggles to protect his kingdom from Western imperialism. The King and I
The musical is anchored by a "clash of cultures" and a battle of wills between two strong-minded individuals. His portrayal of the King is legendary; he