Ellen Akashi
Latest News on Ellen Akashi:
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki (Jan 7, 2026)
THE LION KING to Return to Seattle at The Paramount Theatre (Nov 6, 2025)
Photos: David D’Lancy Wilson and Gilbert Domally Join THE LION KING Tour (Nov 5, 2025)
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki (Jan 7, 2026)
THE LION KING to Return to Seattle at The Paramount Theatre (Nov 6, 2025)
Photos: David D’Lancy Wilson and Gilbert Domally Join THE LION KING Tour (Nov 5, 2025)
BIO
Education: BFA Chapman University
Performance Credits: San Diego Opera, Backhausdance, Laurie Sefton Creates, Dance Lab New York Theatrical Credits: Company XIV's Nutcracker Rouge (off-broadway), The Lion King (national tour)
Representation: MSA Talent Agency
News
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.
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.
Disney's THE LION KING Returns To The Bushnell In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2024
Disney's THE LION KING returns to The Bushnell on November 13.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2024
Disney's THE LION KING returns to The Bushnell on November 13.
Company XIV's NUTCRACKER ROUGE to Return in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2023
Company XIV’s naughty take on the classic ballet returns for a 13th anniversary limited engagement at Théâtre XIV. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2023
Company XIV’s naughty take on the classic ballet returns for a 13th anniversary limited engagement at Théâtre XIV. Learn how to purchase tickets!
BWW Review: Under The Moonlight MOVES AFTER DARK Shines at Walt Disney Concert Hall
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Jul 31, 2018
On a warm summer evening, a full moon highlights and envelops the outdoor three-piece dance concert at the intriguing and wondrous Walt Disney Concert Hall. Unlike the musical concerts and programs that are normally held there, these three dance pieces were choreographed, each in a different area outside or around the exterior of the Hall's structure, and sometimes even on the structure!
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Jul 31, 2018
On a warm summer evening, a full moon highlights and envelops the outdoor three-piece dance concert at the intriguing and wondrous Walt Disney Concert Hall. Unlike the musical concerts and programs that are normally held there, these three dance pieces were choreographed, each in a different area outside or around the exterior of the Hall's structure, and sometimes even on the structure!
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