Aaron Nelson
Latest News on Aaron Nelson:
DISNEY'S THE LION KING Begins at Playhouse Square This June (May 11, 2026)
THE LION KING North American Tour Celebrates 24th Anniversary (Apr 27, 2026)
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki (Jan 7, 2026)
DISNEY'S THE LION KING Begins at Playhouse Square This June (May 11, 2026)
THE LION KING North American Tour Celebrates 24th Anniversary (Apr 27, 2026)
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki (Jan 7, 2026)
BIO
Broadway debut: The Lion King. A proud Chicagoan, Aaron received his BA in Arts Management from Columbia College Chicago. His regional theater credits include columbinus 2.0 (ATC), RENT (ATC), and Dreamgirls (Theater 47). He made his television debut as "Kyle" in NBC's “Chicago Fire.†Love to Ashley and Aaydin, his parents and the rest of his family. He dedicates his performances to his uncle Dr. Larry E. Ross.
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STAGE CREDITS
[US Tour]
National Tour, 2002
Ensemble [Replacement], Performer (Swing) [Replacement], Mufasa (Understudy) [Replacement], Simba (Understudy) [Replacement], Scar (Understudy) [Replacement]
News
DISNEY'S THE LION KING Begins at Playhouse Square This June
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Casting has been announced for Cleveland's limited return engagement of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Playhouse Square, featuring Cleveland native Robb Sapp, who has played Ed in the Broadway production since 2021.
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Casting has been announced for Cleveland's limited return engagement of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Playhouse Square, featuring Cleveland native Robb Sapp, who has played Ed in the Broadway production since 2021.
THE LION KING North American Tour Celebrates 24th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King is celebrating its 24th anniversary. Since launching in April 2002, The Lion King North American tour has welcomed over 28 million theatergoers.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King is celebrating its 24th anniversary. Since launching in April 2002, The Lion King North American tour has welcomed over 28 million theatergoers.
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Zama Magudulela as Rafiki. Magudulela will begin performances on Tuesday, January 13 in Sacramento at the Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Zama Magudulela as Rafiki. Magudulela will begin performances on Tuesday, January 13 in Sacramento at the Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center.
THE LION KING to Return to Seattle at The Paramount Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King is coming to The Paramount Theatre stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King is coming to The Paramount Theatre stage.
Photos: David D’Lancy Wilson and Gilbert Domally Join THE LION KING Tour
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King North American tour released production photos of new principal cast members David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa) and Gilbert Domally (Simba). Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King North American tour released production photos of new principal cast members David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa) and Gilbert Domally (Simba). Check out the photos here!
Cast Announced for Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The production features Peter Hargrave (Scar), David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa), Mukelisiwe Goba (Rafiki), Robert Creighton (Timon), Nick LaMedica (Zazu), Danny Grumich (Pumbaa), Gilbert Domally (Simba), and more.
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
The production features Peter Hargrave (Scar), David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa), Mukelisiwe Goba (Rafiki), Robert Creighton (Timon), Nick LaMedica (Zazu), Danny Grumich (Pumbaa), Gilbert Domally (Simba), and more.
THE LION KING Tour is Coming to Keller Auditorium in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025
The North American Tour of The Lion King will play at Portland's Keller Auditorium in September. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025
The North American Tour of The Lion King will play at Portland's Keller Auditorium in September. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets here!
THE LION KING Tour Welcomes New Mufasa and Simba
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome David D’Lancy Wilson as Mufasa and Gilbert Domally as Simba. Wilson and Domally will begin performances on Tuesday, September 23 in Portland, OR at Keller Auditorium.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome David D’Lancy Wilson as Mufasa and Gilbert Domally as Simba. Wilson and Domally will begin performances on Tuesday, September 23 in Portland, OR at Keller Auditorium.
Disney's THE LION KING Comes To The Music Hall In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 28, 2025
Disney's The Lion King will leap onto the Music Hall stage from Thursday, May 22 to Sunday, June 1. The Lion King has been touring North America for more than 22 years, and during that time has welcomed over 23 million theatergoers.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 28, 2025
Disney's The Lion King will leap onto the Music Hall stage from Thursday, May 22 to Sunday, June 1. The Lion King has been touring North America for more than 22 years, and during that time has welcomed over 23 million theatergoers.
THE LION KING North American Tour Will Celebrate 23rd Anniversary This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will celebrate its 23rd anniversary in Orlando, where the production begins a four-week return engagement tonight at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will celebrate its 23rd anniversary in Orlando, where the production begins a four-week return engagement tonight at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Review: THE LION KING at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
by Jarrod Michael - Jan 11, 2025
What did our critic think of THE LION KING at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center?
by Jarrod Michael - Jan 11, 2025
What did our critic think of THE LION KING at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center?
Photos: THE LION KING 2024 National Tour Cast First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024
Disney’s The Lion King North American tour released production photos of new principal cast members. See new production photos and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024
Disney’s The Lion King North American tour released production photos of new principal cast members. See new production photos and learn how to purchase tickets!
Disney's THE LION KING Returns To The Bushnell In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2024
Disney's THE LION KING returns to The Bushnell on November 13.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2024
Disney's THE LION KING returns to The Bushnell on November 13.
Danny Grumich & More to Join THE LION KING North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024
The North American tour of Disney's The Lion King will welcome Danny Grumich as Pumbaa and Thom Christopher Warren as the Standby for Scar, Zazu, Timon & Pumbaa. Learn more about the new cast and see how to purchase tickets to the tour!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024
The North American tour of Disney's The Lion King will welcome Danny Grumich as Pumbaa and Thom Christopher Warren as the Standby for Scar, Zazu, Timon & Pumbaa. Learn more about the new cast and see how to purchase tickets to the tour!
New Cast Members Will Join THE LION KING North American Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Darnell Abraham as Mufasa, Juson Williams as Pumbaa, Erick D. Patrick as Simba, Thembelihle Cele as Nala and Sam Linda as Ed. Learn more about the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Darnell Abraham as Mufasa, Juson Williams as Pumbaa, Erick D. Patrick as Simba, Thembelihle Cele as Nala and Sam Linda as Ed. Learn more about the cast here!
Legendary Transgender Ladies of AsiaSF To Shine In Special Pride Month Performance at Feinstein's at The Nikko
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 22, 2024
In a tribute to Pride Month, the Ladies of AsiaSF will make their return with “I'm Every Woman” a dazzling new cabaret show at the intimate and chic Feinstein's at the Hotel Nikko (222 Mason Street, San Francisco) on Friday, June 28, with two shows: 6pm and 9pm.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 22, 2024
In a tribute to Pride Month, the Ladies of AsiaSF will make their return with “I'm Every Woman” a dazzling new cabaret show at the intimate and chic Feinstein's at the Hotel Nikko (222 Mason Street, San Francisco) on Friday, June 28, with two shows: 6pm and 9pm.
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.
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!
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!
Cast Set For Disney's THE LION KING at DPAC
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024
Casting has been announced for the DPAC engagement of Disney's The Lion King.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024
Casting has been announced for the DPAC engagement of Disney's The Lion King.
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.
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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Aaron Nelson been in?
Aaron Nelson has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Aaron Nelson been in?
Aaron Nelson has not appeared in the West End.
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