King Kong - Live On Stage, or simply King Kong, is a musical with music by Marius de Vries, lyrics by Michael Mitnick and Craig Lucas, a book by Lucas and additional musical and lyrical contributions by 3D, Sarah McLachlan, Guy Garvey, Justice and The Avalanches. It is based on the 1933 film of the same name and is produced by Global Creatures, who designed the six-metre animatronic silverback title character. Under the direction of Daniel Kramer, the musical is choreographed by John O’Connell. The musical opened to mixed reviews on its world premiere opening night gala at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia on 15 June 2013, following previews from 28 May 2013. Originally booking through 28 July 2013, the musical most recently extended its booking period for a third time, with performances now scheduled through October 6.

King Kong - Live On Stage, or simply King Kong, is a musical with music by Marius de Vries, lyrics by Michael Mitnick and Craig Lucas, a book by Lucas and additional musical and lyrical contributions by 3D, Sarah McLachlan, Guy Garvey, Justice and The Avalanches. It is based on the 1933 film of the same name and is produced by Global Creatures, who designed the six-metre animatronic silverback title character. Under the direction of Daniel Kramer, the musical is choreographed by John O’Connell. The musical opened to mixed reviews on its world premiere opening night gala at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, Australia on 15 June 2013, following previews from 28 May 2013. Originally booking through 28 July 2013, the musical most recently extended its booking period for a third time, with performances now scheduled through October 6.