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The Lion King Opens to Rave Reviews in Singapore
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 17, 2011


Disney's THE LION KING, presented by Marina Bay Sands and Disney Theatrical Productions, together with BASE Entertainment, opened at The Sands Theatre in Singapore's Marina Bay Sands March 9 and the reviews are now in.

THE LION KING Premieres In Madrid October 21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 4, 2011


As previously announced by BWW's Spain Editor Juanjo Gonzalez, DISNEY THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS (Thomas Schumacher, producer and president) in association with STAGE ENTERTAINMENT SPAIN (Julia Gomez Cora, general director), Alberto Ruiz-Gallardon (Mayor of Madrid) and Simon Amselem (Managing Director, The Walt Disney Company Spain and Portugal), have announced the Spanish premiere of Disney's landmark musical event, THE LION KING, to open October 21 at Lope de Vega Theatre on Madrid's Gran Via.

THE LION KING Opens Tonight In Schenectady, Runs Through 3/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 24, 2011


The Schenectady premiere of Disney's THE LION KING opens tonight, Thursday, February 24 at 8:00PM at Proctors for a limited engagement of four weeks through Sunday, March 20, 2011.

Tickets Available for THE LION KING at Mead Theatre, 2/12
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2011


Disney Theatrical Productions and Victoria Theatre Association announced today that tickets for the long-awaited production of Disney's THE LION KING will go on sale to the public on Saturday, February 12 at 7 AM. Dayton's most eagerly awaited stage production will begin performances at the Benjamin & Marion Schuster Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, June 14 for a limited engagement of four weeks through Sunday, July 10. The opening night is Thursday, June 16 at 8PM. THE LION KING is part of the 2010-2011 Miami Valley & Good Samaritan Hospitals Broadway Series.

THE LION KING North American Tour Opens Tonight in Providence 2/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 3, 2011


The Providence return of Disney's THE LION KING opens tonight, Thursday, February 3 at 7:30PM at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) for a limited engagement of three weeks through Sunday, February 20.

Tickets Available for THE LION KING at Mead Theatre, 2/12
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 2, 2011


Disney Theatrical Productions and Victoria Theatre Association announced today that tickets for the long-awaited production of Disney's THE LION KING will go on sale to the public on Saturday, February 12 at 7 AM. Dayton's most eagerly awaited stage production will begin performances at the Benjamin & Marion Schuster Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, June 14 for a limited engagement of four weeks through Sunday, July 10. The opening night is Thursday, June 16 at 8PM. THE LION KING is part of the 2010-2011 Miami Valley & Good Samaritan Hospitals Broadway Series.

THE LION KING Tour Celebrates Sold-Out Engagement in Durham
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 2, 2011


Disney's THE LION KING continues to reign across North America with a sold-out four-week premiere engagement in Durham, NC which concluded on Sunday, January 30.

Disney's THE LION KING Plays PPAC 2/1-20
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2011


Casting has been announced for the Providence engagement of Disney's THE LION KING. Providence's most eagerly awaited stage production ever will leap onto the PPAC stage from Tuesday, February 1 to Sunday, February 20. The press opening night is Thursday, February 3 at 7:30 PM.

THE LION KING Ends Durham Run 1/30
by BWW News Desk - Jan 30, 2011


Disney's THE LION KING will close at DPAC stage January 30, 2011.

Disney’s The Lion King - Theatrical Perfection
by Shane Hudson - Jan 7, 2011


Disney's The Lion King, playing at the Durham Performing Arts Center through January 30, is theatrical storytelling at its most spectacular. Take a familiar father/son story that borrows heavily from Shakespeare, the Greeks, and the Bible. Add incredible, near unimaginable, artistry - puppets, masks, glorious costumes and scenery. Mix in a heavy dose of humor and catchy, familiar music. Throw in a mix of African traditions and some Asian influences and you have one of the finest and most collaborative pieces of popular theatre that has ever graced the stage.

Disney's THE LION KING Plays PPAC 2/1-20
by Charlie Piane - Jan 4, 2011


Casting has been announced for the Providence engagement of Disney's THE LION KING. Providence's most eagerly awaited stage production ever will leap onto the PPAC stage from Tuesday, February 1 to Sunday, February 20. The press opening night is Thursday, February 3 at 7:30 PM.

Casting Announced For THE LION KING Durham Run, 1/4-30, 2011
by BWW News Desk - Jan 4, 2011


Casting has been announced for the Triangle engagement of Disney's THE LION KING. Durham's most eagerly awaited stage production ever will leap onto the DPAC stage from January 4 to January 30, 2011.

Casting Announced For THE LION KING Durham Run, 1/4-30, 2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 14, 2010


Casting has been announced for the Triangle engagement of Disney's THE LION KING. Durham's most eagerly awaited stage production ever will leap onto the DPAC stage from January 4 to January 30, 2011.

Three Weeks Remain To See Chicago's THE LION KING, Closes 11/27
by BWW News Desk - Nov 27, 2010


Only three weeks remain to see Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, where performances play though November 27, 2010.

Exclusive Interview: Adam Jacobs, THE LION KING’s New Simba
by Oliver Oliveros - Nov 18, 2010


Filipino-American Broadway star Adam Jacobs ('Les Miserables', 'Mamma Mia') is currently essaying the coveted role of Simba in Disney Theatrical Productions' North American touring production of ground-breaking, multi-award winning musical 'The Lion King'. The show plays the Cadillac Palace Theatre in Chicago, IL until Saturday, November 27, 2010. Upcoming tour engagements will include Durham, NC January 4 to 30, 2011; Providence, RI February 1 to 20, 2011; Schenectady, NY February 22 to March 20, 2011; Rochester, NY March 22 to April 17, 2011; Toronto, ON Canada April 19 to May 22, 2011; Dayton, OH June 14 to July 10, 2011; and Montreal, QC Canada August 9 to September 4, 2011.

Providence Performing Arts Center Presents THE LION KING, Tickets on Sale 11/6
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2010


Disney Theatrical Productions and the Providence Performing Arts Center are pleased to announce that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's THE LION KING will go on sale to the public on Saturday, November 6 at 10A at the PPAC Box Office, located at 220 Weybosset Street in downtown Providence, online at www.ppacri.org or by phone at (401) 421 - ARTS (2787). THE LION KING, which Channing Gray from The Providence Journal heralded as 'a thrilling spectacle,' will triumphantly return to the PPAC stage on Tuesday, February 1, 2011 for a limited three-week engagement through Sunday, February 20, 2011. The press opening night is Thursday, February 3, 2011 at 7:30P.

THE LION KING Celebrates 13 Years On Broadway 11/13
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2010


Disney's landmark musical event, THE LION KING celebrates 13 years on Broadway on Saturday, November 13th at the Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street, NYC).

THE LION KING Celebrates 13 Years On Broadway 11/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 12, 2010


Disney's landmark musical event, THE LION KING celebrates 13 years on Broadway on Saturday, November 13th at the Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street, NYC).

Three Weeks Remain To See Chicago's THE LION KING, Closes 11/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 5, 2010


Only three weeks remain to see Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, where performances play though November 27, 2010.

THE LION KING And BILLY ELLIOT Join For One Night Only Benefit At Chicago House
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2010


The talented cast and crew of Disney's THE LION KING and BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL join together to present CITY OF HOPE: CHICAGO CARES - a concert featuring song, dance, and spoken word.

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