Tshidi Manye
Latest News on Tshidi Manye:
Photos: Jasmine Amy Rogers and More Join NEXTGEN SPOTLIGHT Benefiting BC/EFA (Oct 3, 2025)
Caroline Bowman, Tatianna Córdoba, and More Join NextGen Spotlight Concert (Sep 17, 2025)
Video: THE LION KING's Tshidi Manye Takes Her Historic Final Bow as 'Rafiki' (Sep 3, 2025)
Photos: Jasmine Amy Rogers and More Join NEXTGEN SPOTLIGHT Benefiting BC/EFA (Oct 3, 2025)
Caroline Bowman, Tatianna Córdoba, and More Join NextGen Spotlight Concert (Sep 17, 2025)
Video: THE LION KING's Tshidi Manye Takes Her Historic Final Bow as 'Rafiki' (Sep 3, 2025)
BIO
Tshidi toured Europe and Japan with M. Bongeni Ngema in the hit musical Sarafina. Other stage credits: Broadway: The Lion King. Rafiki in Lion King (Toronto), Daughter of Nebo by Hillary Bletcher, Mfowethu by Gibson Kente, The Stick by Aubrey Sekhabi. Honored to have performed with legendary artists such as Paul Simon, David Byrne, Hugh Masekela, Jabu Khanyile, Vusi Mahlasela. Album: Sisters of Joy.
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STAGE CREDITS
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Original Broadway Production, 1997
Rafiki [Replacement]
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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: ALADDIN, THE LION KING & More at Broadway in Bryant Park 2024
by Joey Mervis - 2024-07-19 13:24:20
VIDEO: THE LION KING Cast Performs Tiny Desk Concert For 25th Anniversary
by Michael Major - 2022-11-11 12:28:21
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: Stars of Stage And Screen Align To Celebrate 25 Magical Years of Disney On Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-11-05 17:53:26
STAGE TUBE: BC/EFA's 2013 Easter Bonnet Competition Raises Over $4.2 Million - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - 2013-04-23 17:48:05
TV: THE LION KING'S 15th Anniversary Special - Watch Taymor's Rehearsal, Schumacher's Story & the Special Anniversary Curtain Call!
by Robert Diamond - 2012-11-19 07:58:44
News
Photos: Jasmine Amy Rogers and More Join NEXTGEN SPOTLIGHT Benefiting BC/EFA
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2025
A mix of rising stars, celebrated Broadway favorites and Broadway’s next great talents came together for the annual NextGen Spotlight on Monday, September 29, 2025. Check out photos from the evening.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2025
A mix of rising stars, celebrated Broadway favorites and Broadway’s next great talents came together for the annual NextGen Spotlight on Monday, September 29, 2025. Check out photos from the evening.
Caroline Bowman, Tatianna Córdoba, and More Join NextGen Spotlight Concert
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025
With voices full of promise and performances brimming with passion, the next generation of Broadway talent will take center stage at NextGen Spotlight, a one-night-only benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Presented by NextGen Advocates.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025
With voices full of promise and performances brimming with passion, the next generation of Broadway talent will take center stage at NextGen Spotlight, a one-night-only benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Presented by NextGen Advocates.
THE LION KING's Longest-Running Rafiki, Tshidi Manye, to Depart the Show
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025
After 9,000 performances as Rafiki in The Lion King, Tshidi Manye is set to depart the Broadway production. Learn more about Manye and about The Lion King here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025
After 9,000 performances as Rafiki in The Lion King, Tshidi Manye is set to depart the Broadway production. Learn more about Manye and about The Lion King here.
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!
Photos: Disney Takes Over BROADWAY IN BRYANT PARK
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 31, 2025
Earlier today, 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park concluded its 2025 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. Check out photos from today's show!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 31, 2025
Earlier today, 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park concluded its 2025 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. Check out photos from today's show!
Photos: ALADDIN, THE LION KING & More Take the Stage at Broadway in Bryant Park
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 19, 2024
On today, 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park continued its 2024 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. See photos of performances from Aladdin, The Lion King, and more.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 19, 2024
On today, 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park continued its 2024 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. See photos of performances from Aladdin, The Lion King, and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Tshidi Manye been in?
Tshidi Manye has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Tshidi Manye been in?
Tshidi Manye has not appeared in the West End.
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