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Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 6+
Opened: November 13, 1997

Upcoming Schedule:

Tuesdays at 7pm
Wednesdays at 7pm
Thursdays at 7pm
Fridays at 8pm
Saturdays at 2pm and 8pm
Sundays at 1pm and 6:30pm

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The circle of life continues on! In one of the most thrilling visual experiences to ever hit Broadway, giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap - the entire Serengeti comes to life. This adaptation of Disney's iconic film transports you to a dazzling world that explodes with colors, stunning effects and enchanting music. Relive the story of Simba and his journey from wide-eyed cub to finally reclaiming his crown as the king of the Pridelands. Celebrating over 25 landmark years on Broadway, The Lion King continues ascendant as one of the most popular stage musicals in the world.

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THE LION KING to Stream Opening Number Exclusively on TikTok
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - September 9, 2021


In a Broadway first, The Lion King will exclusively partner with TikTok to stream the production’s iconic opening number, “Circle Of Life,” on September 14 in celebration of the hit show’s return to the stage, 18 months after the shutdown of Broadway.

Photos and Video: Watch THE LION KING Cast Reunite to Sing 'The Circle of Life' on First Day of Rehearsals
by Nicole Rosky - August 19, 2021


The Broadway cast of The Lion King began rehearsals this week for the company’s reopening next month. As previously announced, The Lion King will resume performances on Tuesday, September 14 at the Minskoff Theatre.

VIDEO: Behind the Scenes as THE LION KING Prepares to Return to Broadway
by Stephi Wild - August 14, 2021


The Lion King returns to Broadway next month. Learn more about the production and how to purchase tickets to an upcoming performance here!

runDisney Hosts THE LION KING Themed Virtual 5Ks This Summer
by Stephi Wild - April 10, 2021


This summer, runDisney will celebrate 6 years of the runDisney Virtual Series with three special The Lion King-themed 5K events. 

VIDEO: THE LION KING Germany Celebrates 19 Years with A Virtual Performance
by A.A. Cristi - January 19, 2021


The Germany pride of The Lion King global family is celebrating 19 years with a virtual performance of the iconic opening number, 'The Circle of Life'.

VIDEO: Watch Disneyland Paris' THE LION KING: RHYTHMS OF THE PRIDE LANDS Stage Show
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2020


Disneyland Paris has released a video of its The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands stage show!

West End's Lyceum Theatre Suffers Severe Flood
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2020


West End's Lyceum Theatre, home to The Lion King, has suffered a severe flood yesterday.

Disney Theatricals Offers Free Access to THE LION KING EXPERIENCE Education Program
by Stephi Wild - April 20, 2020


Disney Theatrical Productions is now offering a free virtually accessible version of The Lion King Experience, a unique holistic arts education program that provides students and educators an immersive introduction to theater making through the lens of the Broadway production of The Lion King.

VIDEO: See The Makeup Transformation Of THE LION KING's Rafiki
by Linnae Medeiros - February 4, 2020


We're heading to the Pridelands to get a behind-the-scenes look at how Disney's smash hit musical The Lion King brings the iconic character of Rafiki to life eight times a week with a peek inside the makeup transformation of Broadway cast member Tshidi Manye. Check it out with the video!

Photo Flash: GROWN-ISH Star Yara Shahidi Visits THE LION KING
by Rebecca Russo - January 30, 2020


a?oegrown-isha?? star Yara Shahidi visited The Lion King on Saturday and stopped backstage to have some fun with Nala (Adrienne Walker) and Simba (Bradley Gibson).

Photo Flash: Take a Look at New Photos From Disney's THE LION KING North American Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 23, 2020


The North American Tour of Disney's The Lion King has released new production photos featuring the current cast. Currently at The Aronoff Center in Cincinnati, the tour heads to 14 other cities in 2020 including Milwaukee, South Bend, Toledo, Omaha, Denver, Tempe and Costa Mesa.

VIDEO: See How THE LION KING's Giraffe Is Brought To Life
by Linnae Medeiros - January 16, 2020


We're heading to the Pridelands to get a behind-the-scenes look at how Disney's smash hit musical The Lion King brings one of its animals, the giraffe, to life eight times a week with the help of four of the show's cast member, Ray Mercer. Check it out with the video!

VIDEO: Meet THE LION KING Tour's Zazu, Jürgen Hooper
by Linnae Medeiros - January 8, 2020


We're heading to the Pridelands to get to know Jürgen Hooper, who is the newest Zazu in the North American tour of the smash hit musical The Lion King. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Disney classic with the video!

VIDEO: Meet THE LION KING Tour's Nala, Kayla Cyphers
by Linnae Medeiros - January 3, 2020


We're heading to the Pridelands to get to know Kayla Cyphers, who is currently playing Nala in the North American tour of the legendary smash-hit musical The Lion King. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Disney classic with the video!

VIDEO: THE LION KING's Three Hyenas Celebrate 5000 Broadway Performances
by Linnae Medeiros - December 19, 2019


We're heading to the Pridelands to get a behind-the-scenes look at the three hyenas of Disney's smash hit musical The Lion King: James Brown-Orleans (Banzai), Enrique Segura (Ed), and Bonita Hamilton (Shenzi) as the trio celebrates 5000 performances together on Broadway. Check it out with this video!

VIDEOS: Go Behind the Scenes of THE LION KING in New Educational Series
by Stephi Wild - December 17, 2019


Over one million pupils have already experienced THE LION KING in London through its award-winning Education Programme. Combined with seeing the production, this programme takes pupils on an engaging journey that they will never forget.

VIDEO: Meet THE LION KING Tour's Simba, Brandon A. McCall
by Linnae Medeiros - December 16, 2019


We're heading to the Pridelands to get to know Brandon A. McCall, who is currently playing Simba in the North American tour of the smash hit musical The Lion King. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Disney classic with the video!

VIDEO: See How THE LION KING's Elephant Is Brought To Life
by Linnae Medeiros - December 11, 2019


We're heading to the Pridelands to get a behind-the-scenes look at how Disney's smash hit musical The Lion King brings one of its animals, the elephant, to life eight times a week with the help of four of the show's cast members. Check it out with this video!

Celebrate THE LION KING's 22nd Anniversary With 22 Of Its Standout Moments!
by Linnae Medeiros - November 13, 2019


Broadway has officially been experiencing the circle of life for 22 years because today is the anniversary of the Disney hit musical The Lion King! To celebrate, we're looking back at some of the show's standout moments from its productions all over the world, with both performances and peeks behind the scenes. Head to the Pridelands by checking out all the videos!

The Lion King FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does The Lion King on Broadway have a daily lottery?

Price: $35.00
Where: https://lottery.broadwaydirect.com/show/the-lion-king/
When: Lottery entries for each performance will be accepted starting 9AM the day prior to the performance until 3PM the day prior to the performance. At that time, the lottery for that performance will be closed. If you are selected as a winner, you have 60 minutes to pay for your tickets.
Limit: 2 per customer
Information: Seats are assigned at the discretion of the Box Office and cannot be transferred to other people or performances. PLEASE NOTE: Lottery seats may be partial view.

How long has The Lion King been running on Broadway?
The Lion King opened at the New Amsterdam Theatre (Broadway) on Thursday Nov 13, 1997 and has now been running for 26 years.
What productions of The Lion King have there been?
The Lion King has had 4 productions including Broadway which opened in 1997, US Tour which opened in 2002, Chicago which opened in 2003 and West End which opened in 2021.
What Tony Awards has The Lion King been nominated for?
The Lion King has been nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Irene Mecchi and Roger Allers, Best Choreography for Garth Fagan, Best Costume Design for Julie Taymor, Best Direction of a Musical for Julie Taymor, Best Lighting Design for Donald Holder, Best Orchestrations for Bruce Fowler, David Metzger, and Robert Elhai, Best Original Score Written for the Theatre for Elton John, Tim Rice, Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, and Julie Taymor, Hans Zimmer, and Best Scenic Design for Richard Hudson.
What Tony Awards has The Lion King won?
The Lion King has won multiple Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Irene Mecchi and Roger Allers, Best Choreography for Garth Fagan, Best Costume Design for Julie Taymor, Best Direction of a Musical for Julie Taymor, Best Lighting Design for Donald Holder, Best Orchestrations for Bruce Fowler, David Metzger, and Robert Elhai, and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Elton John, Tim Rice, Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Julie Taymor, and Hans Zimmer. The show also won Best Scenic Design for Richard Hudson.
What awards has The Lion King been nominated for?
The Lion King has been nominated for several awards including Best Musical by the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, Best Broadway Musical by the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Best Choreography for Garth Fagan, Best Costume Design for Julie Taymor, Best Director - Musical for Julie Taymor, Best Lighting Design for Donald Holder, Best Set Design for Richard Hudson, Costume Design by Julie Taymor at The Hewes Awards, Lighting Design by Donald Holder at The Hewes Awards, Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design by Julie Taymor at The Hewes Awards, Performance for Max Casella at the Theatre World Awards, Outstanding Choreography for Garth Fagan at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Costume Design for Julie Taymor at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Director - Musical for Julie Taymor at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Lighting Design for Donald Holder at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Musical for The Lion King at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Orchestrations for Bruce Fowler at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Orchestrations for David Metzger at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Orchestrations for Robert Elhai at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Puppet Design for Michael Curry at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Puppet Design for Julie Taymor at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Revival-Play for Richard Hudson at the Drama Desk Awards, and Outstanding Sound Design for Tony Meola at the Drama Desk Awards.
What awards has The Lion King won?
The Lion King has won several awards, including Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, Best Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Best Choreography for Garth Fagan, Best Costume Design for Julie Taymor, Best Director - Musical for Julie Taymor, Best Lighting Design for Donald Holder, Best Set Design for Richard Hudson, Costume Design at The Hewes Awards for Julie Taymor, Lighting Design at The Hewes Awards for Donald Holder, Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design at The Hewes Awards for Julie Taymor, Performance at the Theatre World Awards for Max Casella, Outstanding Choreography at the Drama Desk Awards for Garth Fagan, Outstanding Costume Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Julie Taymor, Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Julie Taymor, Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Donald Holder, Outstanding Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for The Lion King, Outstanding Orchestrations at the Drama Desk Awards for Bruce Fowler, David Metzger, and Robert Elhai, Outstanding Puppet Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Michael Curry and Julie Taymor, Outstanding Revival-Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Richard Hudson, and Outstanding Sound Design at the Drama Desk Awards for Tony Meola.
What theatre is The Lion King playing at on Broadway?
The Lion King is playing at the New Amsterdam Theatre (Broadway), which is located at 214 West 42nd St. New York.
What are the songs in The Lion King and what's the order?
Circle of Life
Grasslands Chant
The Morning Report
The Lioness Hunt
I Just Can't Wait to Be King
Chow Down
They Live in You
Be Prepared
The Stampede
Rafiki Mourns
Hakuna Matata
One by One
The Madness of King Scar
Shadowland
The Lion Sleeps Tonight
Endless Night
Can You Feel the Love Tonight
Simba Confronts Scar
King of Pride Rock
There are no gunshots in The Lion King.

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