The Karate Kid - The Musical

The Karate Kid - The Musical description

Roll back time to 1984 and everyone was talking about the movie of the same name. Now an award-winning creative team has taken up the challenge to make a West End musical version of the beloved plot, a coming-of-age classic loved by millions. Introducing The Karate Kid Musical, a heartfelt story with brilliant show tunes, dazzling choreography, and a unique message about strength, honour and courage. Based on Robert Mark Kamen's film, there's also a book by Kamen plus music and lyrics by Drew Gasparini. The Director is Amon Miyamoto.

Meet teenager Daniel LaRusso, who has just moved from New Jersey, USA, to Los Angeles. He starts a new school only to find himself the target of a bunch of bullies from the Cobra Kai dojo. When Daniel meets the unassuming handyman Mr. Miyagi, he soon discovers there's a lot more to his new friend than meets the eye. He's actually a master of martial arts, and he agrees to teach Daniel everything he knows. Daniel quickly finds out that true strength isn't about fighting, it's all about character. There's even a happy ending, when Daniel takes the dignity, respect and determination behind the martial art he has come to love on board, and his life changes for the better. Highly entertaining stuff!

Playing at New Wimbledon Theatre (venue info)