While there is no doubt that Yul Brynner is the natural choice for the King (there is no denying he owns the role), overall I still have to give the nod to the 90s version....only because I love the orchestration, I think Donna Murphy is fabulous (as good as, if not better than, KO, IMO), and Jose Llana delivers the most beautiful version of "I Have Dreamed" that I have ever heard. I know there will be those who disagree with the latter, but his just sends chills every time I hear it. I'm so excited he's playing the King on the national tour. I'm eager to see his portrayal after having seen Watanabe.