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Stephenson Ardern-Sodje Joins THE LION KING in London as Simba
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

Stephenson Ardern-Sodje will return as the King of Pride Rock in Disney's THE LION KING as he takes over the role of Simba in the London production of The Lion King. Learn more here!

Photo Flash: Disney's THE LION KING Opens at Birmingham Hippodrome
by BWW News Desk - Jul 9, 2013

Disney's award-winning musical THE LION KING received its official premiere at Birmingham Hippodrome on Thursday, 4th July. The performance was greeted by an enthusiastic standing ovation from the capacity audience. THE LION KING will continue its season at Birmingham Hippodrome until Saturday 28th September, before transferring to the Edinburgh Playhouse for its Scottish Premiere. Scroll down for photos of the cast in action!

Disney's THE LION KING to Begin Performances at Birmingham Hippodrome Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 27, 2013

Disney's legendary musical THE LION KING will begin performances tomorrow night (28 June) at Birmingham Hippodrome, in advance of its official opening on Thursday 4 July. This will mark the first time that Julie Taymor's internationally celebrated production will have played in the city.

THE LION KING Tour Continues at the Bristol Hippodrome Through 17 November
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 11, 2012

The first-ever UK tour of Disney's landmark musical THE LION KING received its official premiere at the Bristol Hippodrome on Thursday 6th September. Director and designer Julie Taymor and other members of the show's creative team were in attendance, including the President of Disney Theatrical Group and Producer of THE LION KING, Thomas Schumacher.

THE LION KING Kicks Off UK Tour Tonight in Bristol
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 31, 2012

The UK Tour of Disney's musical THE LION KING will begin preview performances at The Bristol Hippodrome tonight, in advance of its official opening night on Thursday 6th September. This will mark the first time that Julie Taymor's internationally celebrated production will have toured in the United Kingdom.

Nicholas Nkuna, Carol Stennett to Lead THE LION KING's UK Tour; Complete Cast Announced
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 18, 2012

Disney today announced the cast for the first ever UK tour of the award-winning musical 'The Lion King', which begins performances on Friday 31st August at Bristol's Hippodrome Theatre.