THE LION KING (BROADWAY/TOUR) — Principal Actors Auditions

THE LION KING (BROADWAY/TOUR) - NYC EPA

Disney Theatrical Productions | New York, NY

Notice: Audition

AUDITION DATE

Wednesday, November 18, 2026
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (E)
Lunch 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

CONTRACT

Production (Disney)
$2799 weekly minimum - Broadway
$2599 weekly minimum (level 1) - Tour

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in the Broadway and national touring productions of THE LION KING (see

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).

All Stage managerial positions are currently filled.

PREPARATION

Please prepare a brief standard R&B/rock song that shows off voice and range unless character singer is notated in

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, in which case, prepare something appropriate for that character. Bring sheet music, pianist provided. Please do not sing music from THE LION KING. Bring picture and resume stapled together.

LOCATION

Pearl Studios (500)
500 8th Ave
New York, NY 10018-6504
Holding room - Studio 1212

PERSONNEL

Producers: Buena Vista Theatrical Group
Director: Julie Taymor
Songs by: Elton John/Tim Rice
Additional Music: Hans Zimmer/Lebo M/Mark Mancina/Jay Rifkin
Book: Irene Mecchi/Roger Allers
Choreographer: Garth Fagan
Casting Director: ARC / Mark Brandon, CSA & Jarrett Reiche, CSA

EXPECTED TO ATTEND

Casting Director: Jarrett Reiche, CSA/ARC

OTHER DATES

Both productions are currently running.

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EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided.

Equity's

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s prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

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NOTE: All should be physically limber and must move well.

SEEKING:

SCAR: He/Him. Late 20s – Early 40s. A lion. Mufasa's brother and Simba's uncle. Evil and maniacal but still capable of humor and high style. Scar will do anything to be the King of the Pridelands. (Classical training is a plus) A character singer.

MUFASA: He/Him. Mid 30s – Mid 40s. A lion. The King of the African Pridelands. Simba's father and Scar's brother. Regal, omnipotent and powerful. A true leader. Must have physical strength and an excellent, rich baritone singing and speaking voice.

RAFIKI: She/Her. Late 20s – Mid 40s. The wise Baboon. A shaman - she guides Simba to the path he was meant to follow. Soulful, but comedic. Sings The Circle of Life. Must possess an excellent, rich unique South African style belt.

ADULT SIMBA: He/Him. Late teens – Late 20s. A lion. On his journey to find his purpose and ultimately face his destiny to be King. Must have sex appeal, charm as well as a strong pop/rock singing voice. Should be a high baritone with a sustained A4. Must be in excellent physical condition as well as be able to dance and/or move very well. Should be 5'8 – 6'2.

ADULT NALA: She/Her. Late teens – Late 20s. A lion. Best friends with Simba, and later their friendship deepens into love. Tradition dictates that one day she will be Queen. Should have excellent pop belt with a sustained E5. Must have strength, sex appeal and charm and be in excellent physical condition, as well as the ability to dance/and or move well.

TIMON: He/Him. Late 20s – Mid 40s. A wise cracking meerkat. Comedic skills and strong New York/Brooklyn dialects. No taller than 5'8. Character singer. Moves well and is comfortable operating a puppet.

PUMBAA: He/Him. Late 20s – Mid 40s. Not so bright but loveable warthog. Timon's sidekick. Sympathetic and warm-hearted. Should also have strong comedic skills. Somewhat larger frame or body type is preferred. Character singer with a big-hearted distinctive voice is preferred.

ZAZU: He/Him. Early 30s – Mid 40s. A parrot-like bird (or a hornbill). Mufasa's trusted advisor. A proper and somewhat befuddled, English butler with a cynical outlook on life but completely dedicated to the King. Must possess strong comedic skills. Character singer. Must be comfortable operating a puppet.

SHENZI: She/Her. Mid 20s – Late 30s. Part of the trio of Hyenas. Always on the lookout for someone to taunt, tease or threaten. Street smart and maniacal. Must have strong rock and roll singing voice, move well and be comfortable operating a puppet.

BANZAI: He/Him. Mid 20s – Late 30s. Part of the trio of Hyenas. Always on the lookout for someone to taunt, tease or threaten. Street smart and maniacal. Must have strong rock and roll singing voice, move well and be comfortable operating a puppet.

ED: He/Him. Late 20s – Late 30s. Part of the trio of Hyenas. Follows the lead of Shenzi and Banzai with enthusiasm and dedication but can be evil and maniacal. Communicates in complete nonsense language but is still completely understood. Must have strong rock and roll singing voice with extended falsetto. Moves well and is comfortable operating a puppet. Ed will also cover Timon and Zazu.

YOUNG SIMBA: He/Him. 9 – 12 years old. A lion cub. Mufasa's son. A lion cub that eventually becomes the King of the Pridelands. Looking for a young singer with natural talent, charm and charisma. Moves well and holds the stage on his own with confidence and truth. MUST BE UNDER 58 INCHES.

YOUNG NALA: She/Her. 9 – 12 years old. A lion cub. She eventually becomes the Queen of the Pridelands. She keeps Simba in his place. Looking for a young singer with natural talent, charm and charisma. Moves well and holds the stage on her own with confidence and truth. MUST BE UNDER 58 INCHES.