Our KMS family will be flocking to this year’s summer production of HONK! JR., a contemporary and comic re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Ugly Duckling, it was announced today by Drew Cohen, President of Music Theatre International (MTI). Based on the award-winning musical Honk! by George Stiles (composer) and Anthony Drewe (books and lyrics), HONK! JR is a witty and heartwarming show celebrating what makes each of us special. “Plucked” as the 2000 Olivier Award’s “Best New Musical,” HONK! is so inspirational in its message of acceptance and tolerance.

“HONK! JR. is an incredibly clever show that will have you laughing out loud. Yet at the centre of all its humour is a touching message about acceptance.

HONK! JR. follows “Ugly,” who hatches looking quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice, and despite his loving mother's protective flapping, Ugly’s odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and neighbors. When Ugly is separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry Cat, he must find his way home. Along his harrowing yet hilarious journey he not only discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in all its forms.

HONK! JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY, (212) 541-4684, mtishows.com.

KMS Summer Show HONK JR