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Hans Zimmer received the Oscar®, Golden Globe® and two Grammy® awards for his original film score for the film version of The Lion King. He started his film scoring career with My Beautiful Laundrette in 1985, and his other credits include six Oscar-nominated film scores, among them Gladiator, The Thin Red Line, As Good as It Gets and Rain Man. Additional credits include the Grammy-winning score for Crimson Tide, Driving Miss Daisy, Thelma and Louise, Black Hawk Down and The Last Samurai starring Tom Cruise. Mr. Zimmer also heads the film music division for DreamWorks SKG studios.

Hans Zimmer Productions

 
[US Tour, 2002]
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Composer
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Hans Zimmer Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Hans Zimmer, The Lion King

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THE LION KING to Receive Hollywood Bowl Concert with Nathan Lane, Billy Eichner, and More


In honor of the 30th anniversary of the 1994 film, Disney’s The Lion King 30th Anniversary – A Live-to-Film Concert Event will see the return of several cast members associated with the original animated film, the live-action remake, and the Broadway version. Songs from all versions of the story will be sung, the report suggests. A full orchestra and choir, conducted by Sarah Hicks, will be performing Hans Zimmer's score. 

DUNE: PART 2 to Receive Digital Release on April 16


Get your popcorn buckets ready! The critically acclaimed Dune: Part Two will soon be available to watch at home. On April 16, the film will be released to digital platforms and will include over an hour of bonus features. On May 14, the digital release will be followed up with a Blu-ray, featuring Dolby Atmos audio.

Review: San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Presents DRAG ME TO THE MOVIES! at Davies Symphony Hall


What did our critic think of SAN FRANCISCO GAY MEN’S CHORUS PRESENTS DRAG ME TO THE MOVIES! at Davies Symphony Hall?

South Bay Music Association Presents BEETHOVEN ODE TO JOY AT 200


Join the South Bay Wind Ensemble for a special performance of BEETHOVEN ODE TO JOY AT 200, celebrating 200 years of the greatest symphony of all time. The concert also features works by Richard Wagner, Gustav Holst, and Alan Menken.

Nashville Symphony Announces 2024/25 Season


Featuring more than 100 performances covering a range of genres and styles, the Nashville Symphony has announced its 2024/25 season.

Composer Hans Zimmer Brings One-Night-Only Performance To Resorts World Theatre This September


Experience a unique evening with award-winning film composer Hans Zimmer at Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas. Don't miss this one-night-only performance on September 29.

Maggie Lindemann Unleashes New 'HEADSPLIT' EP


Explore the latest EP 'HEADSPLIT' by Maggie Lindemann, now available. Discover the unique sound and music style of this rising star in the entertainment industry. The accompanying video for “taking over me” pays homage to the 2003 coming-of-age classic Thirteen, as it follows Lindemann and her friends on an adrenaline-filled girls' night out.

Allison Loggins-Hull Tours DIAMETRICALLY COMPOSED To College Park, Boston and Philadelphia


Join Allison Loggins-Hull on her tour Diametrically Composed, exploring themes of motherhood and artistry. This unique program, featuring works from fellow composers Alicia Hall Moran, Sarah Kirkland Snider, Jessica Meyer, and Paola Prestini, is set to visit College Park, Boston, and Philadelphia in April 2024.

Circus Arts Conservatory's WONDERBALL Will Feature World-famous EDM DJ and Producer Alan Walker


The Circus Arts Conservatory has announced the return of WONDERBALL, a high-energy event that will feature a world-famous electronic dance music (EDM) star; the proceeds will benefit its youth education programs.

New Jersey Symphony Announces Its 2024-25 Season


NEW JERSEY SYMPHONY, led by Music Director Xian Zhang, has announced its upcoming 2024-25 season.

The Studio Orchestra Performs STAR WARS Music on May the 4th


The Studio Orchestra will return to Cheltenham on International Star Wars Day to celebrate the iconic music of Star Wars. For one night only, the acclaimed orchestra will perform at The Centaur, Cheltenham Racecourse, Saturday 4th May in a special concert like no other.

Tickets for THE LION KING at the the Ohio Theatre on Sale Now


Tickets for the return of Disney’s The Lion King at the Ohio Theatre are currently on sale. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase.

Toronto Symphony Orchestra Unveils 2024/25 Season Featuring New Works, Guest Artists & More


The Toronto Symphony Orchestra has revealed the details of its 2024/25 concert season. Learn about its programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Peacock & Sky Release THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ Trailer with Melanie Lynskey, Harvey Keitel, & Jonah Hauer-King


This teaser trailer shows an older Lali (Harvey Keitel) retelling his experiences of Auschwitz to Heather Morris (Melanie Lynskey) as we journey with him through his memories of that time. In the teaser trailer, we also see younger Lali (Jonah Hauer-King) as he meets and falls in love with Gita (Anna Próchniak). Watch the video trailer now!

HK Phil Easter Performances Set For March and April


The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra has announced its lineup of programmes for Easter, set to take place in March and April. Learn more about the lineup here!

The HK Phil Will Perform an Easter Extravaganza in March and April


The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra will host a diverse array of programmes for the Easter celebration. Learn more about the upcoming shows here!

Texas Ballet Theater Announces CINDERELLA, GISELLE ANd More For 2024-2025 Season


Texas Ballet Theater announces its 2024-2025 season, featuring revered classics, fresh narratives, and creative innovations. The lineup includes the enchanting production of Cinderella and other captivating performances showcasing TBT's talent and artistry.

Review: Disney's THE LION KING Rules Once More at OC's Segerstrom Center


Now in its 27th year, Disney's game-changing, Tony Award-winning global megahit THE LION KING has once again taken over OC's Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa for another month of performances that continues through February 25, 2024. Even today, the show still manages to elicit genuine wonder and awe for kids and adults alike.

THE LION KING Returns to Portland This Fall


Disney Theatrical Group and Broadway in Portland have announced that, in response to the recent weather-related performance cancellations of Disney’s The Lion King, the North American tour will return to Keller Auditorium in Portland for a two-week engagement in Fall 2025.

Casting Announced For Disney's THE LION KING At Segerstrom Center For The Arts


Casting has been announced for Disney's The Lion King at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Get the details on the upcoming production.

Hans Zimmer FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Hans Zimmer written?

Hans Zimmer has written 1 shows including The Lion King (Composer).

What awards has Hans Zimmer been nominated for?

Hans Zimmer has been nominated for the Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Lion King.

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