David Metzger
Also Credited As: Dave Metzger
Latest News on David Metzger:
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki (Jan 7, 2026)
Tickets For Disney’s THE LION KING Go On Sale In Grand Rapids On November 24 (Nov 24, 2025)
Photos: DISNEY'S THE LION KING Celebrates 25 Years In The West End With A Special Third Act (Oct 20, 2024)
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki (Jan 7, 2026)
Tickets For Disney’s THE LION KING Go On Sale In Grand Rapids On November 24 (Nov 24, 2025)
Photos: DISNEY'S THE LION KING Celebrates 25 Years In The West End With A Special Third Act (Oct 20, 2024)
BIO
David Metzger has orchestrated many films, including the Disney animated film Tarzan, Training Day, Domestic Disturbance, Bait and Return to Paradise. His television work includes composing episodes of "The Magnificent Seven" and Disney's "The Legend of Tarzan" and five years as an arranger/composer for "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno." David was nominated for Tony® and Drama Desk awards for The Lion King.
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Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Orchestrations
David Metzger, The Lion King
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Orchestrations
David Metzger, The Lion King
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Orchestrations
David Metzger, The Lion King
Videos
STAGE TUBE: Kristen Bell Sings FROZEN's 'Do You Want to Build a Snowman?'
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-04-02 16:07:21
TV: For the First Time in Forever - See the FROZEN Cast Sing Live Including Menzel, Bell, Gad & Fontana!
by Robert Diamond - 2014-02-10 20:56:23
VIDEO: Idina Menzel Performs 'Let It Go' as FROZEN Cast Reunites in L.A.
by Caryn Robbins - 2014-02-10 08:33:06
News
Tickets For Disney’s THE LION KING Go On Sale In Grand Rapids On November 24
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2025
Broadway Grand Rapids and Disney Theatrical Group will place tickets on sale for THE LION KING’s return to DeVos Performance Hall beginning November 24 at noon.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2025
Broadway Grand Rapids and Disney Theatrical Group will place tickets on sale for THE LION KING’s return to DeVos Performance Hall beginning November 24 at noon.
Photos: DISNEY'S THE LION KING Celebrates 25 Years In The West End With A Special Third Act
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 20, 2024
Disney’s THE LION KING celebrated 25 triumphant years in the West End’s Lyceum Theatre on the afternoon of Sunday, 20 October with a special gala performance attended by the original creatives of the show including Julie Taymor, Lebo M, Richard Hudson, Irene Mecchi, Roger Allers and Donald Holder. Check out photos from the event here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 20, 2024
Disney’s THE LION KING celebrated 25 triumphant years in the West End’s Lyceum Theatre on the afternoon of Sunday, 20 October with a special gala performance attended by the original creatives of the show including Julie Taymor, Lebo M, Richard Hudson, Irene Mecchi, Roger Allers and Donald Holder. Check out photos from the event here!
De Cerca: Sergi Cuenca analiza 'Circle of Life' de THE LION KING
by Nuria Pedret - Aug 20, 2021
El compositor y director musical Sergi Cuenca comenta en profundidad el primer tema de THE LION KING, el musical con letras de Elton John y Tim Rice
by Nuria Pedret - Aug 20, 2021
El compositor y director musical Sergi Cuenca comenta en profundidad el primer tema de THE LION KING, el musical con letras de Elton John y Tim Rice
VIDEO: Michael Olatuja Releases Remix of 'Waving Through A Window'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2020
Bassist Michael Olatuja, whose theater credits include Disney's Frozen, The Color Purple, Motown and more, has released a remixed version of 'Waving Through a Window'. Check it out below!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2020
Bassist Michael Olatuja, whose theater credits include Disney's Frozen, The Color Purple, Motown and more, has released a remixed version of 'Waving Through a Window'. Check it out below!
BWW Review: CHICAGO (HSE) Brings the Heat at Ignite Theatre Company
by Tanya Seale - Jul 27, 2019
Jørgen Pedersen makes his musical directorial debut with Chicago (High School Edition) featuring the talented youth at Ignite Theatre Company, and here's something fun: it features an all-female cast! The fine performers at Ignite (whose mission involves inclusion of performers from all walks of life a?' yay!) deliver a sassy and entertaining production, and despite one's assumption that a high school edition of Chicago might be watered-down...
by Tanya Seale - Jul 27, 2019
Jørgen Pedersen makes his musical directorial debut with Chicago (High School Edition) featuring the talented youth at Ignite Theatre Company, and here's something fun: it features an all-female cast! The fine performers at Ignite (whose mission involves inclusion of performers from all walks of life a?' yay!) deliver a sassy and entertaining production, and despite one's assumption that a high school edition of Chicago might be watered-down...
Final Chance to Vote for the BWW Philippines Awards!
by BWW Staff - Dec 24, 2018
It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - Dec 24, 2018
It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2018 BWW Philippines Awards!
by BWW Staff - Dec 17, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - Dec 17, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Three Weeks Left To Vote For the BWW Philippines Awards!
by BWW Staff - Dec 10, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - Dec 10, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Vote For The 2018 BWW Philippines Awards; The Theatre at Solaire Leads Best Venue!
by BWW Staff - Dec 3, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - Dec 3, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Vote For The 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards; THE LION KING Leads Best International Tour!
by BWW Staff - Nov 26, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - Nov 26, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
BWW Review: THE LION KING National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center
by Jeffrey Kare - Mar 10, 2016
Based on the 1994 Disney animated film of the same name, The Lion King tells the story of Simba, a young lion who is supposed to succeed his father Mufasa, as King of Pride Rock. But when Simba's Uncle Scar kills Mufasa, Simba runs away from home after being tricked into thinking that he was responsible. As he comes of age, Simba learns some valuable perspective to go back and take his rightful place as King.
by Jeffrey Kare - Mar 10, 2016
Based on the 1994 Disney animated film of the same name, The Lion King tells the story of Simba, a young lion who is supposed to succeed his father Mufasa, as King of Pride Rock. But when Simba's Uncle Scar kills Mufasa, Simba runs away from home after being tricked into thinking that he was responsible. As he comes of age, Simba learns some valuable perspective to go back and take his rightful place as King.
BWW Reviews: DISNEY'S THE LION KING Returns to Kennedy Center and Dazzles with Artistry
by Jennifer Perry - Jun 23, 2014
Featuring a wonderful combination of dazzling and unique artistry, Elton John and Tim Rice's strong score, and many strong performances, even those who have been there done that and seen The Lion King before can likely still find something to appreciate in the current national tour.
by Jennifer Perry - Jun 23, 2014
Featuring a wonderful combination of dazzling and unique artistry, Elton John and Tim Rice's strong score, and many strong performances, even those who have been there done that and seen The Lion King before can likely still find something to appreciate in the current national tour.
BWW WEST END: THE LION KING Celebrates 10th Anniversary
by Eddie Varley - Oct 19, 2009
Disney's THE LION KING celebrated its 10th Anniversary with a gala performance at London's Lyceum Theatre on Sunday 18th October 2009. Former cast members along with the show's award-winning creative team gathered with a host of celebrities and friends to celebrate 10 triumphant years in the West End.
by Eddie Varley - Oct 19, 2009
Disney's THE LION KING celebrated its 10th Anniversary with a gala performance at London's Lyceum Theatre on Sunday 18th October 2009. Former cast members along with the show's award-winning creative team gathered with a host of celebrities and friends to celebrate 10 triumphant years in the West End.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has David Metzger been nominated for?
Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for The Lion King and Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for The Lion King.
What awards has David Metzger won?
David Metzger has won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Orchestrations for The Lion King.
Videos