The Lion King - US Tour Articles Page 1

The North American tour of THE LION KING will feature Syndee Winters returning to the role of Nala, as well as new cubs Anthony Fraire, Jaxon Ipapo-Glass, and Anaszia Kelly.

There really isn't a better word for the experience than amazing. From the costumes and puppetry to the lighting, scenery, music, and sheer number of moving parts, THE LION KING is an extraordinary piece of theatrical craftsmanship.

For Danny Grumich, that connection has taken on a particularly special meaning. Grumich is currently touring the country as Pumbaa in The Lion King—a role that combines physicality, puppetry, comedy, and plenty of heart.

The Lion King's North American tour will end in 2027 after 25 years, making way for a reimagined production from the original creative team.

Disney's The Lion KIng is set to return to the Peoria Civic Center's Prairie Home Alliance Theater as part of the Ameren Illinois Broadway in Peoria season, with season memberships offering priority ticket access.

Disney Theatrical Group and Broadway in Indianapolis announced tickets are on sale for THE LION KING's return engagement at Old National Centre, with a three-week limited run featuring multiple weekly performances.

Casting has been announced for Cleveland's limited return engagement of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Playhouse Square, featuring Cleveland native Robb Sapp, who has played Ed in the Broadway production since 2021.

The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King is celebrating its 24th anniversary. Since launching in April 2002, The Lion King North American tour has welcomed over 28 million theatergoers.

Broadway Grand Rapids announced a Community Night event, offering a Spring Break opportunity for local audiences. Details on timing and programming are available through the organization directly.

Disney Theatrical Group and Playhouse Square have extended the Cleveland engagement of Disney's The Lion King.

Gilbert Domally joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for a BroadwayWorld Exclusive conversation as he leads the national tour of Disney’s The Lion King as Simba. Domally shares the inspiring journey that took him from Miami to the Broadway company of The Lion King and now across the country as the king of the Pride Lands. Watch in this video.

Playhouse Square will present a sensory-friendly performance of The Lion King, tailored to accommodate audiences with sensory sensitivities. This special event is scheduled for February 2026, offering an inclusive theater experience.

Tickets for the return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King in Cleveland will go on sale to the public. Cleveland’s most eagerly awaited return will once again leap onto the KeyBank State Theatre stage at Playhouse Square.

The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Zama Magudulela as Rafiki. Magudulela will begin performances on Tuesday, January 13 in Sacramento at the Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center.

Broadway Grand Rapids and Disney Theatrical Group will place tickets on sale for THE LION KING’s return to DeVos Performance Hall beginning November 24 at noon.

Disney Theatrical Group and Playhouse Square will offer a sensory-friendly performance of Disney’s The Lion King in the KeyBank State Theatre at Playhouse Square.

Disney’s The Lion King is coming to The Paramount Theatre stage.

Disney’s The Lion King North American tour released production photos of new principal cast members David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa) and Gilbert Domally (Simba). Check out the photos here!

Tickets for the long-awaited return of Disney’s The Lion King at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) will go on sale Friday, November 14, 2025, at 10 a.m.

By popular demand, Disney's The Lion King will return to Cleveland for the first time since October 2021. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!

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.

Disney’s The Lion King musical is playing in Vancouver, BC for a limited four-week engagement at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre from August 20 to September 14.

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!