The Lion King US Tour Cast
Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap - the entire Serengeti comes to life. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly rises from the stage. Full synopsis
Original Cast
James Brown-Orleans, who originated the role of Banzai on The Lion King Gazelle Tour, has also graced Broadway in The Lion King and appeared as Doc Motors in Disney's The Princess Diaries. more...
Jean Michelle Grier, a Princeton graduate, previously graced the Broadway stage in The Lion King and has showcased her versatile talents in productions like Show Boat and Macbeth, as well as performing with orchestras and jazz trios globally. more...
Shenzi
Jacquelyn Hodges, a Syracuse University alumna born in Flint, Michigan, showcased her talents on Broadway in productions such as The Lion King and Ragtime, and also toured nationally with The Lion King and Aida. more...
Ben Lipitz brought the lovable character of Pumbaa to life in over 6,000 performances of The Lion King, both on Broadway and across the nation, showcasing his enduring dedication to the role for well over a decade. more...
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Brian M. Love showcased his versatility and talent as Simba in both the Broadway production and the U.S. Gazelle Tour of The Lion King, where he performed as an understudy for the iconic role. more...
Futhi Mhlongo showcased her talents on the National Tour of The Lion King back in 2002. more...
Wayne Pyle, known for his diverse roles in television and film, showcased his versatility on stage as Ed the hyena in the First National Tour of The Lion King, where he also covered the roles of Timon and Zazu. more...
Kissy Simmons, known for her roles in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Little Shop of Horrors, also graced the stage in The Lion King more...
Mother
Sally Anne Triplett, a seasoned West End veteran with over 30 years of experience, has graced the stage in iconic roles such as Grizabella in CATS and Roxy in Chicago, and made her Broadway debut in the musical Carrie. more...
Alton Fitzgerald White, who originated the role of Mufasa in the 1st National Tour of Disney’s The Lion King and later took over the role on Broadway, has captivated audiences with his powerful performances across multiple smash Broadway hits. more...
See awards and nominations on the The Lion King page
Other productions of The Lion King
- 1997 Broadway — Original Broadway Production · Cast
- 2003 Chicago — Chicago Production · Cast
- 2021 West End — London Production · Cast
Production Team
Roger Allers Bookwriter
Michael Curry Mask Designer
Puppet Designer
Robert Elhai Orchestrator
Associate Producer
Garth Fagan Choreographer
Bruce Fowler Orchestrator
Donald Holder Lighting Designer
Richard Hudson Scenic Designer
Elton John Composer
Steve Canyon Kennedy Sound Designer
Mark Mancina Composer
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Lyricist
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Irene Mecchi Bookwriter
David Metzger Orchestrator
Tim Rice Lyricist
Jay Rifkin Lyricist
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Julie Taymor Lyricist
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Puppet Co-Designer
Mask Co-Designer
Costume Designer
Director
Michael Ward Hair & Makeup Designer
Hans Zimmer Lyricist
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Composer
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