Roger Allers
Latest News on Roger Allers:
THE LION KING Broadway and Touring 'Ed' Will Swap Productions (May 11, 2026)
DISNEY’S THE LION KING To Return To London Zoo With Summer Exhibition (Apr 16, 2026)
Review: DISNEY THE LION KING JR at Arts & Science Center For Southeast Arkansas in Pine Bluff (Mar 25, 2026)
THE LION KING Broadway and Touring 'Ed' Will Swap Productions (May 11, 2026)
DISNEY’S THE LION KING To Return To London Zoo With Summer Exhibition (Apr 16, 2026)
Review: DISNEY THE LION KING JR at Arts & Science Center For Southeast Arkansas in Pine Bluff (Mar 25, 2026)
BIO
Mr. Allers has been instrumental in shaping the structure and dialogue of many Disney animated features since 1988, including Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Oliver and Company, Rescuers Down Under, Prince and the Pauper and the computer-animated movie Tron. Prior to working with Disney, he created animation on children's programs and features for studios in Boston, Toronto and Tokyo. He is currently developing an animated feature for Sony and a new stage musical with Irene Mecchi.
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Productions
Writing
Bookwriter
Movies
Oliver & Company
[ 1988 ] writer
[ 1988 ] writer
Beauty and the Beast
[ 1991 ] story supervisor
[ 1991 ] story supervisor
Aladdin
[ 1992 ] writer
[ 1992 ] writer
Brother Bear
[ 2003 ] writer
[ 2003 ] writer
Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet
[ 2014 ] writer
[ 2014 ] writer
Awards and Nominations
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Musical
Roger Allers, The Lion King
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Book of a Musical
Roger Allers, The Lion King
Videos
Video: Watch Gavin Lee Join THE LION KING on Broadway as 'Scar'
by Michael Major - 2025-07-23 11:54:23
Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Endless Night'
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-04-21 15:34:27
VIDEO: Watch THE LION KING's Broadway Makeup Team Transform Stephen Carlile into Scar
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-08 10:43:04
Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Circle of Life' and More
by Stephi Wild - 2023-07-19 08:41:05
Video: Julie Taymor Talks THE LION KING 25th Anniversary and More!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2022-10-24 05:33:48
VIDEO: THE LION KING Takes Over King's Cross in Honor of its 20th Anniversary in the West End
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-19 09:49:58
VIDEO: THE LION KING Celebrates 100,000,000th Guest Worldwide With Multi-Lingual 'Circle of Life' Music Video
by Stephi Wild - 2019-05-16 09:10:16
April 1 - THE LION KING Will Become First Musical to Play Seven Continents- Antarctic Production Will Open in 2019!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-03-31 19:01:42
VIDEO: Elton John Surprises THE LION KING with Unannounced Performance of 'Circle of Life'
by Stage Tube - 2017-11-06 05:32:24
VIDEO: Broderick, Lane & More in Bonus Clips from THE LION KING Signature Edition
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-08-25 13:46:34
VIDEO: Disney Celebrates World Lion Day with New Music Video of 'Be Prepared'
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-08-11 07:14:29
VIDEO: On This Day, March 30- THE LION KING Plays 1,000 Broadway Performances
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-03-30 20:49:19
VIDEO: Teacher Uses 3D Printer to Create Masks for School Production of THE LION KING
by BWW News Desk - 2017-03-22 12:54:46
STAGE TUBE: THE LION KING Companies from Around the World Celebrate 80 Million Audience Members
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-06-15 13:09:16
VIDEO: Cast of Broadway's THE LION KING Perform 'He Lives In You' at The White House
by Caryn Robbins - 2014-07-21 13:06:43
STAGE TUBE: THE LION KING to Return to Honolulu in 2014 - Watch the Announcement!
by Stage Tube - 2013-03-26 22:32:45
News
THE LION KING Broadway and Touring 'Ed' Will Swap Productions
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Disney’s The Lion King has announced that Robb Sapp and Sam Linda, who play the role of Ed on Broadway and tour, respectively, will switch productions. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Disney’s The Lion King has announced that Robb Sapp and Sam Linda, who play the role of Ed on Broadway and tour, respectively, will switch productions. Learn more here!
DISNEY’S THE LION KING To Return To London Zoo With Summer Exhibition
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026
Disney's THE LION KING will partner with London Zoo for a second year, presenting a free exhibition featuring costumes, masks, and puppets from the West End production, alongside new expert-led talks on African wildlife.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026
Disney's THE LION KING will partner with London Zoo for a second year, presenting a free exhibition featuring costumes, masks, and puppets from the West End production, alongside new expert-led talks on African wildlife.
Review: DISNEY THE LION KING JR at Arts & Science Center For Southeast Arkansas in Pine Bluff
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 25, 2026
I don’t know why The Lion King evokes such powerful emotions in me, but every time that opening chant begins and the world of the Pride Lands comes to life, something in my heart completely surrenders.
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 25, 2026
I don’t know why The Lion King evokes such powerful emotions in me, but every time that opening chant begins and the world of the Pride Lands comes to life, something in my heart completely surrenders.
New Simba and Nala Will Join Disney's THE LION KING in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Posi Morakinyo and Asha Parker-Wallace will star as Simba and Nala in the West End production of THE LION KING, announced for March 2026. Learn more about the new cast members here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Posi Morakinyo and Asha Parker-Wallace will star as Simba and Nala in the West End production of THE LION KING, announced for March 2026. Learn more about the new cast members here!
THE LION KING Will Welcome Mduduzi Madela as Simba Beginning February 24
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Lion King has announced that longtime cast member Mduduzi Madela will assume the role of Simba beginning Tuesday, February 24. Learn more about him here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Lion King has announced that longtime cast member Mduduzi Madela will assume the role of Simba beginning Tuesday, February 24. Learn more about him here!
THE LION KING, JR to be Presented at Cumberland County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Cumberland County Playhouse will present The Lion King, Jr, with music and lyrics by Tim Rice and Elton John, with additional music and lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Hans Zimmer; book by Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Cumberland County Playhouse will present The Lion King, Jr, with music and lyrics by Tim Rice and Elton John, with additional music and lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Hans Zimmer; book by Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi.
Roger Allers, Co-Director of THE LION KING, Dies at 76
by Gillian Blum - Jan 19, 2026
Roger Allers, co-director of The Lion King, passed away at 76 years old, as confirmed by longtime collaborator and visual effects supervisor Dave Bossert.
by Gillian Blum - Jan 19, 2026
Roger Allers, co-director of The Lion King, passed away at 76 years old, as confirmed by longtime collaborator and visual effects supervisor Dave Bossert.
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Zama Magudulela as Rafiki. Magudulela will begin performances on Tuesday, January 13 in Sacramento at the Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Zama Magudulela as Rafiki. Magudulela will begin performances on Tuesday, January 13 in Sacramento at the Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center.
Tickets For Disney’s THE LION KING Go On Sale In Grand Rapids On November 24
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
Broadway Grand Rapids and Disney Theatrical Group will place tickets on sale for THE LION KING’s return to DeVos Performance Hall beginning November 24 at noon.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 2025
Broadway Grand Rapids and Disney Theatrical Group will place tickets on sale for THE LION KING’s return to DeVos Performance Hall beginning November 24 at noon.
THE LION KING to Return to Seattle at The Paramount Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King is coming to The Paramount Theatre stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King is coming to The Paramount Theatre stage.
Experience Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago at Cadillac Palace
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
Disney's THE LION KING runs at Cadillac Palace Theatre until October 19. Get ticket info and details about this must-see Chicago show!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
Disney's THE LION KING runs at Cadillac Palace Theatre until October 19. Get ticket info and details about this must-see Chicago show!
Cast Announced for Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The production features Peter Hargrave (Scar), David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa), Mukelisiwe Goba (Rafiki), Robert Creighton (Timon), Nick LaMedica (Zazu), Danny Grumich (Pumbaa), Gilbert Domally (Simba), and more.
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The production features Peter Hargrave (Scar), David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa), Mukelisiwe Goba (Rafiki), Robert Creighton (Timon), Nick LaMedica (Zazu), Danny Grumich (Pumbaa), Gilbert Domally (Simba), and more.
Ntsepa Pitjeng-Molebatsi Returns to THE LION KING as Rafiki
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
The Lion King is welcoming Ntsepa Pitjeng-Molebatsi back as Rafiki beginning September 2. Pitjeng-Molebatsi stepped into the role temporarily earlier this year and is now taking it over officially following the final performance of longtime cast member Tshidi Manye.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025
The Lion King is welcoming Ntsepa Pitjeng-Molebatsi back as Rafiki beginning September 2. Pitjeng-Molebatsi stepped into the role temporarily earlier this year and is now taking it over officially following the final performance of longtime cast member Tshidi Manye.
Review: Disney’s THE LION KING Brings the Circle of Life to Vancouver
by Alyson Eng - Aug 31, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King musical is playing in Vancouver, BC for a limited four-week engagement at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre from August 20 to September 14.
by Alyson Eng - Aug 31, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King musical is playing in Vancouver, BC for a limited four-week engagement at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre from August 20 to September 14.
THE LION KING Tour Welcomes New Mufasa and Simba
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome David D’Lancy Wilson as Mufasa and Gilbert Domally as Simba. Wilson and Domally will begin performances on Tuesday, September 23 in Portland, OR at Keller Auditorium.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome David D’Lancy Wilson as Mufasa and Gilbert Domally as Simba. Wilson and Domally will begin performances on Tuesday, September 23 in Portland, OR at Keller Auditorium.
Video: Gayle King Makes Broadway Debut in THE LION KING
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025
On Thursday, CBS News journalist Gayle King, along with Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman, made their Broadway debuts in The Lion King, appearing in the opening number of the hit musical. Watch footage from rehearsals and the performance here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025
On Thursday, CBS News journalist Gayle King, along with Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman, made their Broadway debuts in The Lion King, appearing in the opening number of the hit musical. Watch footage from rehearsals and the performance here!
Video: Watch Gavin Lee Join THE LION KING on Broadway as 'Scar'
by Michael Major - Jul 23, 2025
Gavin Lee has made it to Pride Rock! The Tony nominee has officially joined the cast of The Lion King on Broadway as 'Scar.' Watch a video of his first bow now!
by Michael Major - Jul 23, 2025
Gavin Lee has made it to Pride Rock! The Tony nominee has officially joined the cast of The Lion King on Broadway as 'Scar.' Watch a video of his first bow now!
Photos: First look at Rise Up Arts Penguin Project THE LION KING JR
by Jerri Shafer - Jul 17, 2025
The Lion King Jr. is the story of Simba, an adventurous and energetic lion cub who is next in line to be king of the Pride Lands, a thriving and beautiful region in the African savanna.
by Jerri Shafer - Jul 17, 2025
The Lion King Jr. is the story of Simba, an adventurous and energetic lion cub who is next in line to be king of the Pride Lands, a thriving and beautiful region in the African savanna.
Gavin Lee Joins THE LION KING on Broadway as Scar
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025
Two-time Tony nominee Gavin Lee will take on the role of Scar in THE LION KING starting July 22. Discover more about his journey here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025
Two-time Tony nominee Gavin Lee will take on the role of Scar in THE LION KING starting July 22. Discover more about his journey here!
Tickets For THE LION KING in Seattle Go on Sale Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025
Disney Theatrical Group and Premera Blue Cross Broadway at The Paramount have announced that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King will go on sale to the public next week.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025
Disney Theatrical Group and Premera Blue Cross Broadway at The Paramount have announced that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King will go on sale to the public next week.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Roger Allers written?
Roger Allers has written 1 shows including The Lion King (Bookwriter).
What awards has Roger Allers been nominated for?
Best Musical (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for The Lion King and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Lion King.
What awards has Roger Allers won?
Roger Allers won the Best Musical award at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for The Lion King.
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