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THE LION KING Tour Celebrates 22nd Anniversary in Minneapolis This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024


The North American tour of Disney's The Lion King will celebrate its 22nd anniversary on Saturday, April 27 in Minneapolis. The Lion King has returned to Minneapolis' historic Orpheum Theatre, where the Tony Award-winning Best Musical played its pre-Broadway run in 1997, and where the touring production is currently entertaining capacity houses through Sunday, April 28. 

THE LION KING North American Tour to Celebrate 22nd Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024


The North American tour of Disney's The Lion King will celebrate its 22nd anniversary on Saturday, April 27 in Minneapolis. Learn more about the show!

Tickets To Go On Sale Next Month for THE LION KING Toronto Production
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024


Disney's THE LION KING is coming to Toronto. Learn more about where and when you can see the production and learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Endless Night'
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024


The Lion King is currently playing in Sao Paulo, Brazil! Watch the cast perform 'Noite Sem Fim (Endless Night)' in this all-new video.

Tickets for THE LION KING at the the Ohio Theatre on Sale Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2024


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.

Review: Disney's THE LION KING Rules Once More at OC's Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Feb 6, 2024


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
by Stephi Wild - Jan 31, 2024


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
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2024


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

Auditions to be Held for Toronto Production Of Disney's THE LION KING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 19, 2023


Audition information is now available online for the new Toronto production of Disney’s The Lion King.

Disney's THE LION KING is Coming to The Hobby Center in Summer 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023


The Lion King will once again leap onto the Hobby Center stage on Thursday, July 11, 2024 for a limited four-week engagement through Sunday, August 4, 2024.

THE LION KING to Open a New Toronto Sit-Down Production
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2023


Toronto will become the first city in North America to have a second sit-down production of Disney’s The Lion King. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

THE LION KING Celebrates 26th Anniversary on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2023


The Lion King celebrates its 26th anniversary on Broadway today, Monday, November 13th.  

Buddy Holly Hall Premiere Engagement of Disney's THE LION KING Generates Estimated $6 Million Economic Impact
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2023


Disney's THE LION KING is coming to The Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock, TX, presented by The American Theatre Guild. Check out the latest news and show information.

Disney's THE LION KING On Sale October 30 At Segerstrom Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2023


Disney Theatrical Productions and Segerstrom Center for the Arts announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King will go on sale to the public on Monday, October 30, 2023 at 10 AM. 

Disney's THE LION KING On Sale At Keller Auditorium, October 2
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2023


Disney Theatrical Productions and Broadway in Portland announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King will go on sale to the public on Monday, October 2 at 10 a.m. 

DISNEY'S THE LION KING To Play Return Engagement At Popejoy Hall, November 5
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2023


Casting announced for Disney's The Lion King at Popejoy. Get all the details on the upcoming production.

Tickets For Disney's THE LION KING at Orpheum Theatre Now On Sale
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 10, 2023


Disney Theatrical Productions and BroadwaySF, part of the Ambassador Theatre Group, have announced that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King are now on sale to the public. San Francisco's most eagerly awaited return will once again leap onto the Orpheum Theatre stage. Check out performance and ticket information here!

Vincent Jamal Hooper Joins THE LION KING as 'Simba' This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 7, 2023


The Lion King will welcome Vincent Jamal Hooper as Simba beginning Tuesday, September 26. This marks his Broadway debut. Learn more about Hooper and The Lion King here!

THE LION KING North American Tour to Welcome Back Mukelisiwe Goba as 'Rafiki'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2023


Get the latest news on Disney's The Lion King North American Tour as Mukelisiwe Goba makes a triumphant return as 'Rafiki'. Find out all the details and dates for this highly anticipated production.

THE LION KING Teams Up With The New York Liberty For Special Evening At Barclays Center
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2023


The Lion King is teaming up with the New York Liberty to bring the Pridelands to Barclays Center, as New York City's favorite team takes on the Los Angeles Sparks at 7:00pm ET. The one-night only event will feature a halftime show inspired by the landmark musical, special appearances by members of the Broadway company, door giveaways and unique in-concourse opportunities to experience The Lion King.

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