The musical adaptation will begin its UK tour at the New Wimbledon Theatre on the 28th April.
Casting has now been confirmed for the upcoming UK tour of The Karate Kid – The Musical which begins next month.
This stage adaptation of the 1984 film is set to star Adrian Pang, who will lead the company as Mr Miyagi, with Gino Ochello as Daniel LaRusso, Abigail Amin as Ali Mills, Joe Simmons as Johnny Lawrence, Matt Mills as John Kreese, Sharon Sexton as Lucille LaRusso, and Finley Oliver as Freddie Fernandez.
Meanwhile, the ensemble is set to include: Ambra Caserotti, Johndeep More, Ria Tanaka, Elena Breschi, Aden Dzuda, Elliott Evans, El Haq Latief, Isaac J Lewis, Emily Rose-Davis, Aaron Archer, Dylan Blake-Colbet, Serenar Douch, Esme Rothero and Sok-Ho Trinh.
At its heart is the powerful bond between Daniel and Mr. Miyagi, who teaches that karate isn’t about fighting, it’s about balance, dignity, and respect.
Written by Robert Mark Kamen, who penned the original 1984 film, with music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini, this musical adaptation first appeared on stage in St Louis in 2022.
The production is set to be directed by Amon Miyamoto with choreography by Keone and Mari Madrid. The creative team also includes scenic design by Derek McLane, costume design by Ayako Maeda, lighting design by Bradley King, sound design by Kai Harada, projection design by Peter Nigrini, orchestrations by John Clancy, music supervision and arrangements by Andrew Resnick, and wigs and hair design by Tommy Kurzman. It is produced by Naoya Kinoshita, Kumiko Yoshii, Kenny Wax and John Gore.
For further information visit: https://www.thekaratekidthemusicaluk.com/