Bonita J. Hamilton
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Bonita J. Hamilton
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BIO
Broadway: The Lion King. Other Credits: Ain’t Misbehavin’, Guys and Dolls, The Piano Lesson, The Old Settler, In the Blood, Dreamgirls, The Color Purple (workshop). Education: MFA, Brandeis University.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Shenzi [Replacement], Rafiki (Understudy) [Replacement]
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Videos
Video: THE LION KING's Tshidi Manye Takes Her Historic Final Bow as 'Rafiki'
by Michael Major - 2025-09-03 13:17:12
Video: Watch Gavin Lee Join THE LION KING on Broadway as 'Scar'
by Michael Major - 2025-07-23 11:54:23
VIDEO: What's the Best Disney Song to Describe Quarantine? The Stars of THE LION KING and ALADDIN Answer!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - 2021-09-14 14:23:36
VIDEO: Disney on Broadway Stars Align Onstage at the New Amsterdam Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-08-22 14:00:20
VIDEO: THE LION KING's Three Hyenas Celebrate 5000 Broadway Performances
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-12-19 13:35:14
VIDEO: Lea Salonga, Mandy Gonzalez & More Celebrate International Women's Day
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-03-08 15:10:14
VIDEO: Adam Jacobs Explains Origins of ALADDIN/LION KING Epic Medley
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-01-08 12:49:26
VIDEO: Casts of THE LION KING & ALADDIN Join Forces in Brand New Medley on GMA!
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-01-08 10:49:49
News
THE LION KING Will Welcome Mduduzi Madela as Simba Beginning February 24
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Lion King has announced that longtime cast member Mduduzi Madela will assume the role of Simba beginning Tuesday, February 24. Learn more about him here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Lion King has announced that longtime cast member Mduduzi Madela will assume the role of Simba beginning Tuesday, February 24. Learn more about him here!
Video: THE LION KING Cast Performs 'He Lives in You' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 12, 2026
In commemoration of Black History Month, the cast of Broadway's The Lion King took over Good Morning America on Thursday for a performance of 'He Lives in You' from the hit musical, now in its 29th year on Broadway. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 12, 2026
In commemoration of Black History Month, the cast of Broadway's The Lion King took over Good Morning America on Thursday for a performance of 'He Lives in You' from the hit musical, now in its 29th year on Broadway. Check it out now.
Video: THE LION KING Celebrates 28 Years on Broadway
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2025
The Lion King is now celebrating its 28th year on Broadway. Following its history-making performance last night, actor L. Steven Taylor made a speech to celebrate. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Nov 14, 2025
The Lion King is now celebrating its 28th year on Broadway. Following its history-making performance last night, actor L. Steven Taylor made a speech to celebrate. Watch the video!
Photos: Gavin Lee as 'Scar' in THE LION KING on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
You can now get a first look at new photos of The Lion King on Broadway, featuring Gavin Lee as Scar. See photos here and learn more about the Broadway production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025
You can now get a first look at new photos of The Lion King on Broadway, featuring Gavin Lee as Scar. See photos here and learn more about the Broadway production.
Video: THE LION KING's Tshidi Manye Takes Her Historic Final Bow as 'Rafiki'
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
Watch a video of Tshidi Manye, who played Rafiki in Disney's THE LION KING on Broadway for over 9,000 performances, take her final bow on Sunday after being a part of the production for 25 years.
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025
Watch a video of Tshidi Manye, who played Rafiki in Disney's THE LION KING on Broadway for over 9,000 performances, take her final bow on Sunday after being a part of the production for 25 years.
THE LION KING Welcomes New 'Young Simba' and 'Young Nala' Cast Members This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King will welcome new cast members beginning Tuesday, August 19. Caleb Beltran and Julius-Raymond Weems IV will perform as Young Simba, while McKenzie Sherie Lewis and Emma Origenes will perform as Young Nala at certain performances.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King will welcome new cast members beginning Tuesday, August 19. Caleb Beltran and Julius-Raymond Weems IV will perform as Young Simba, while McKenzie Sherie Lewis and Emma Origenes will perform as Young Nala at certain performances.
Video: Gayle King Makes Broadway Debut in THE LION KING
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025
On Thursday, CBS News journalist Gayle King, along with Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman, made their Broadway debuts in The Lion King, appearing in the opening number of the hit musical. Watch footage from rehearsals and the performance here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025
On Thursday, CBS News journalist Gayle King, along with Oprah Daily creative director Adam Glassman, made their Broadway debuts in The Lion King, appearing in the opening number of the hit musical. Watch footage from rehearsals and the performance here!
Video: Watch Gavin Lee Join THE LION KING on Broadway as 'Scar'
by Michael Major - Jul 23, 2025
Gavin Lee has made it to Pride Rock! The Tony nominee has officially joined the cast of The Lion King on Broadway as 'Scar.' Watch a video of his first bow now!
by Michael Major - Jul 23, 2025
Gavin Lee has made it to Pride Rock! The Tony nominee has officially joined the cast of The Lion King on Broadway as 'Scar.' Watch a video of his first bow now!
Gavin Lee Joins THE LION KING on Broadway as Scar
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025
Two-time Tony nominee Gavin Lee will take on the role of Scar in THE LION KING starting July 22. Discover more about his journey here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025
Two-time Tony nominee Gavin Lee will take on the role of Scar in THE LION KING starting July 22. Discover more about his journey here!
THE LION KING Will Welcome New Young Simba and Young Nala Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024
The Lion King will welcome Austin Elle Fisher as “Young Nala” and Jacob Pham as “Young Simba” beginning Tuesday, August 20. Learn more about the new members of the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024
The Lion King will welcome Austin Elle Fisher as “Young Nala” and Jacob Pham as “Young Simba” beginning Tuesday, August 20. Learn more about the new members of the cast here!
54 Below to Present Young Gifted and Broadway in LIFT EVERY VOICE Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present Young Gifted and Broadway in “Lift Every Voice” in celebration of Black History Month next week. Learn more about the concert here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024
54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present Young Gifted and Broadway in “Lift Every Voice” in celebration of Black History Month next week. Learn more about the concert here!
THE LION KING Will Welcome New 'Young Nala' and 'Young Simba' Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Nov 28, 2023
The Lion King will welcome Annika Franklin and Nia Thompson as “Young Nala” and Ezekiel Kekuna and Albert Rhodes Jr. as “Young Simba” beginning Tuesday, December 5.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 28, 2023
The Lion King will welcome Annika Franklin and Nia Thompson as “Young Nala” and Ezekiel Kekuna and Albert Rhodes Jr. as “Young Simba” beginning Tuesday, December 5.
Photos: Get a First Look at THE LION KING's New Simba, Vincent Jamal Hooper
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2023
Get a first look at Vincent Jamal Hooper as Simba in THE LION KING on Broadway. Check out these behind-the-scenes photos and discover the magic of his performance in this iconic role. Don't miss this sneak peek at the talented actor's portrayal of Simba.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2023
Get a first look at Vincent Jamal Hooper as Simba in THE LION KING on Broadway. Check out these behind-the-scenes photos and discover the magic of his performance in this iconic role. Don't miss this sneak peek at the talented actor's portrayal of Simba.
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!
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 to Welcome New Young Simbas Beginning in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2023
The Lion King will welcome Donovan Louis Bazemore and Davis Matthews alternating as “Young Simba” beginning Tuesday, June 6. Learn how to purchase tickets to The Lion King!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2023
The Lion King will welcome Donovan Louis Bazemore and Davis Matthews alternating as “Young Simba” beginning Tuesday, June 6. Learn how to purchase tickets to The Lion King!
Photos: Go Inside Sir Tim Rice's Caricature Unveiling at Sardi's
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 16, 2022
See photos of Tony, Oscar, Grammy and Emmy winning lyricist Sir Tim Rice joining the wall of drawings at Sardi’s!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 16, 2022
See photos of Tony, Oscar, Grammy and Emmy winning lyricist Sir Tim Rice joining the wall of drawings at Sardi’s!
Photos: On the Red Carpet at The Actors Fund Gala
by Jennifer Broski - May 10, 2022
View photos from the gala and learn about their rebrand!
by Jennifer Broski - May 10, 2022
View photos from the gala and learn about their rebrand!
VIDEO: THE LION KING Returns to Broadway- Watch Highlights!
by Team BWW - Sep 15, 2021
Broadway is officially back with four more musicals triumphantly making their return to the stage last night, September 14. The circle of life continues at the Minskoff Theatre, where the cast of The Lion King took their first bows since March 2020. Below, watch as creator Julie Taylor addresses the audience with a heartfelt speech before the show, catch clips from the beloved opening number, and enjoy as the cast takes their bows!
by Team BWW - Sep 15, 2021
Broadway is officially back with four more musicals triumphantly making their return to the stage last night, September 14. The circle of life continues at the Minskoff Theatre, where the cast of The Lion King took their first bows since March 2020. Below, watch as creator Julie Taylor addresses the audience with a heartfelt speech before the show, catch clips from the beloved opening number, and enjoy as the cast takes their bows!
Photos: Go Inside the Curtain Call for THE LION KING's Return to Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 15, 2021
The Lion King officially returned to Broadway last night! Check out all new photos of the cast taking their first bow back since March 2020!
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 15, 2021
The Lion King officially returned to Broadway last night! Check out all new photos of the cast taking their first bow back since March 2020!
VIDEO: What's the Best Disney Song to Describe Quarantine? The Stars of THE LION KING and ALADDIN Answer!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 14, 2021
We asked the stars of Disney on Broadway's The Lion King and Aladdin which Disney song best describes their quarantine experience. Check out their responses!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 14, 2021
We asked the stars of Disney on Broadway's The Lion King and Aladdin which Disney song best describes their quarantine experience. Check out their responses!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Bonita J. Hamilton been in?
Bonita J. Hamilton has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Bonita J. Hamilton been in?
Bonita J. Hamilton has not appeared in the West End.
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