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Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 6+
Opened: November 13, 1997

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Tuesdays at 7pm
Wednesdays at 7pm
Thursdays at 7pm
Fridays at 8pm
Saturdays at 2pm and 8pm
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The circle of life continues on! In one of the most thrilling visual experiences to ever hit Broadway, giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap - the entire Serengeti comes to life. This adaptation of Disney's iconic film transports you to a dazzling world that explodes with colors, stunning effects and enchanting music. Relive the story of Simba and his journey from wide-eyed cub to finally reclaiming his crown as the king of the Pridelands. Celebrating over 25 landmark years on Broadway, The Lion King continues ascendant as one of the most popular stage musicals in the world.

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STAGE TUBE: The Cast of THE LION KING's Powerful GYPSY OF THE YEAR Performance
by A.A. Cristi - December 9, 2016


At Gypsy of the Year 2016, cast members from The Lion King performed a moving spoken-word piece giving voice to those marginalized by the current political climate performed by cast members Lamar Baylor, Kimberly Marable, Matthew Morgan, Brenda O'Brien and L. Steven Taylor. 

THE LION KING Celebrates 19th Anniversary on Broadway This Sunday
by A.A. Cristi - November 11, 2016


Entering its 20th year, THE LION KING continues ascendant as one of the most popular stage musicals in the world.  Since its Broadway premiere on November 13, 1997, 24 global productions have been seen by more than 85 million people.  Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions (under the direction of Thomas Schumacher), THE LION KING is only the second show in history to generate five productions worldwide running 10 or more years.  Translated into eight different languages (Japanese, German, Korean, French, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese and Mandarin), productions of THE LION KING can currently be seen on Broadway; London's West End; Hamburg; Tokyo; Madrid; Mexico City; Shanghai; Scheveningen and on tour across North America, for a total of nine productions running concurrently across the globe.  Having played over 100 cities in 20 countries on every continent except Antarctica, THE LION KING's worldwide gross exceeds that of any film, Broadway show or other entertainment title in box office history.  

STAGE TUBE: ESPN Explores Stamina on Broadway at THE LION KING
by Nicole Rosky - November 1, 2016


The Lion King teamed up with 'ESPN Sport Science' for an exclusive look behind the scenes at the physical and mental athleticism required to perform in the award-winning best musical 8 times a week. The result is a three-part video series, with the first video, 'Sport Science Lion King Edition - Stamina,' below!

Exclusive Photo Coverage: THE LION KING Cast Records for Carols For A Cure
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - December 23, 2016


The holiday season is not complete without the perfect music to accompany it. 'Broadway's Carols for a Cure' is the latest compilation album that embodies the spirit of the season like nothing else can. A project born completely out of love, 'Broadway's Carols for a Cure' pairs the casts from famous Broadway musicals with songs that are both classic and new. The result is pure gold that will make you reach for the 'repeat' button over and over again.

THE LION KING North American Tour to Expand to New Cities with Re-Configured Production
by Caryn Robbins - September 30, 2016


Disney Theatrical Productions announced today that THE LION KING North American tour will unveil a newly-configured production in October 2017, allowing the award-winning musical to entertain new audiences in cities and venues which previously couldn't accommodate the show.

BROADWAY SESSIONS to Welcome LION KING Cast Members This Week
by Liz Cearns - September 5, 2016


BROADWAY SESSIONS is an evening of musical performances, games and open mic featuring a new Broadway guest each week. The show is created and hosted by Ben Cameron (Bway Wicked, Aida and Footloose) and features musical director Joshua Stephen Kartes on piano.  This Thursday, September 8th, Broadway Sessions is thrilled to welcome cast members from the Tony award winning, box office behemoth, The Lion King.

THE LION KING Tour Reigns Supreme with Sold-Out Run in Minneapolis
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2016


Disney's The Lion King continues to reign across North American with a sold-out engagement in Minneapolis, which concluded on Sunday, Aug. 7 at the historic Orpheum Theatre.

BWW Interview: Debut of the Month - THE LION KING's Newest 'Nala' Adrienne Walker
by Caryn Robbins - July 27, 2016


Today, Adrienne Walker speaks exclusively to BWW about making her Broadway debut in the Tony Award winning show and explains why her casting 'just kind of swept me off my feet!'

THE LION KING Generates Millions for Local Economy After Dayton Run
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2016


Disney's The Lion King concluded its second triumphant engagement in Dayton on Sunday, July 3 at the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center. The four-week return grossed over $5 million at the box office and entertained nearly 68,000 patrons during 32 performances. The award-winning musical's four-week premiere engagement in 2011 played a record-breaking run at The Schuster Center.

THE LION KING Will Welcome New Cast Members to Broadway Next Week
by Tyler Peterson - June 28, 2016


Broadway's award-winning best musical, The Lion King, will welcome Derek Smith, Cameron Pow and Adrienne Walker as Scar, Zazu and Nala, respectively, beginning performances Tuesday, July 5.

Tony Award Countdown: 30 Years In 30 Days, THE LION KING's Julie Taymor Makes History, 1998
by Michael Dale - May 26, 2016


Minutes after Garry Hynes became the first woman to receive a Tony Award for directing, Julie Taymor became the second.

VIDEO: Rose Byrne & Seth Rogen Perform Crosswalk the Musical: THE LION KING on 'Corden'
by Caryn Robbins - May 26, 2016


On last night's LATE LATE SHOW, host James Corden welcomed Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen to his theater company ahead of their performance of THE LION KING in the crosswalk of Beverly Boulevard at CBS.

BWW Interview: A Glimpse into the Wardrobe Bunker at THE LION KING
by Angie Stanton - May 19, 2016


THE LION KING, the Tony winning international hit rolled into Madison this month and wardrobe supervisor Gregory Young generously gave me a behind the scenes peek at how he and his team transform the cast into powerful lions, graceful gazelles and hilarious hyenas.

Photo Flash: THE BACHELOR'S Ben Higgins and Fiancé Lauren Bushnell Attend THE LION KING
by Nora Dominick - March 18, 2016


The Bachelor's Ben Higgins and fiance Lauren Bushnell attended the long-running Disney musical THE LION KING last night! Higgins was featured on this latest season of The Bachelor that ended earlier this week.

VIDEO: Casts of THE LION KING & ALADDIN Join Forces in Brand New Medley on GMA!
by Caryn Robbins - January 8, 2016


The cast of Broadway's The Lion King and ALADDIN joined forces on this morning's Good Morning America to perform an epic brand new medley. Check out the appearance in full below!

THE LION KING, ALADDIN & More Propel Disney Theatrical to New Milestones
by Tyler Peterson - January 4, 2016


Disney Theatrical Productions celebrates several 2015 milestones for its hit Broadway productions of The Lion King and Aladdin and the North American touring productions of The Lion King and Newsies.

THE LION KING Breaks Records on Broadway & the Road
by Tyler Peterson - December 28, 2015


The Lion King broke the eight-performance-week house records on Broadway and on the North American tour at their respective theatres, The Minskoff Theatre and Chicago's Cadillac Palace, for the week ending December 27, 2015.  

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Does The Lion King on Broadway have a daily lottery?

Price: $35.00
Where: https://lottery.broadwaydirect.com/show/the-lion-king/
When: Lottery entries for each performance will be accepted starting 9AM the day prior to the performance until 3PM the day prior to the performance. At that time, the lottery for that performance will be closed. If you are selected as a winner, you have 60 minutes to pay for your tickets.
Limit: 2 per customer
Information: Seats are assigned at the discretion of the Box Office and cannot be transferred to other people or performances. PLEASE NOTE: Lottery seats may be partial view.

How long has The Lion King been running on Broadway?
The Lion King opened at the New Amsterdam Theatre (Broadway) on Thursday Nov 13, 1997 and has now been running for 26 years.
What productions of The Lion King have there been?
The Lion King has had 4 productions including Broadway which opened in 1997, US Tour which opened in 2002, Chicago which opened in 2003 and West End which opened in 2021.
What Tony Awards has The Lion King been nominated for?
The Lion King has been nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Irene Mecchi and Roger Allers, Best Choreography for Garth Fagan, Best Costume Design for Julie Taymor, Best Direction of a Musical for Julie Taymor, Best Lighting Design for Donald Holder, Best Orchestrations for Bruce Fowler, David Metzger, and Robert Elhai, Best Original Score Written for the Theatre for Elton John, Tim Rice, Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, and Julie Taymor, Hans Zimmer, and Best Scenic Design for Richard Hudson.
What Tony Awards has The Lion King won?
The Lion King has won multiple Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Irene Mecchi and Roger Allers, Best Choreography for Garth Fagan, Best Costume Design for Julie Taymor, Best Direction of a Musical for Julie Taymor, Best Lighting Design for Donald Holder, Best Orchestrations for Bruce Fowler, David Metzger, and Robert Elhai, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Elton John, Tim Rice, Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Julie Taymor, and Hans Zimmer. The show also won Best Scenic Design for Richard Hudson.
What awards has The Lion King been nominated for?
The Lion King has been nominated for several awards including Best Musical by the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, Best Broadway Musical by the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Best Choreography for Garth Fagan, Best Costume Design for Julie Taymor, Best Director - Musical for Julie Taymor, Best Lighting Design for Donald Holder, Best Set Design for Richard Hudson, Costume Design by Julie Taymor at The Hewes Awards, Lighting Design by Donald Holder at The Hewes Awards, Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design by Julie Taymor at The Hewes Awards, Performance for Max Casella at the Theatre World Awards, Outstanding Choreography for Garth Fagan at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Costume Design for Julie Taymor at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Director - Musical for Julie Taymor at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Lighting Design for Donald Holder at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Musical for The Lion King at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Orchestrations for Bruce Fowler at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Orchestrations for David Metzger at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Orchestrations for Robert Elhai at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Puppet Design for Michael Curry at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Puppet Design for Julie Taymor at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Revival-Play for Richard Hudson at the Drama Desk Awards, and Outstanding Sound Design for Tony Meola at the Drama Desk Awards.
What awards has The Lion King won?
The Lion King has won several awards, including Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, Best Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Best Choreography for Garth Fagan, Best Costume Design for Julie Taymor, Best Director - Musical for Julie Taymor, Best Lighting Design for Donald Holder, Best Set Design for Richard Hudson, Costume Design at The Hewes Awards for Julie Taymor, Lighting Design at The Hewes Awards for Donald Holder, Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design at The Hewes Awards for Julie Taymor, Performance at the Theatre World Awards for Max Casella, Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Garth Fagan, Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Julie Taymor, Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Julie Taymor, Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Donald Holder, Outstanding Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for The Lion King, Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards for Bruce Fowler, David Metzger, and Robert Elhai, Outstanding Puppet Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Michael Curry and Julie Taymor, Outstanding Revival-Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Richard Hudson, and Outstanding Sound Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Tony Meola.
What theatre is The Lion King playing at on Broadway?
The Lion King is playing at the New Amsterdam Theatre (Broadway), which is located at 214 West 42nd St. New York.
What are the songs in The Lion King and what's the order?
Circle of Life
Grasslands Chant
The Morning Report
The Lioness Hunt
I Just Can't Wait to Be King
Chow Down
They Live in You
Be Prepared
The Stampede
Rafiki Mourns
Hakuna Matata
One by One
The Madness of King Scar
Shadowland
The Lion Sleeps Tonight
Endless Night
Can You Feel the Love Tonight
Simba Confronts Scar
King of Pride Rock
There are no gunshots in The Lion King.

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