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The Lion King Broadway Original Cast


The Lion King Broadway

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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Awards and Nominations


1998 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Best Featured Actress - Musical: Tsidii Le Loka won.

1998 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Samuel E. Wright was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Tsidii Le Loka was nominated but did not win.

1997 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical: Max Cassella was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical: Geoff Hoyle was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical: Tsidii Le Loka won.

Production Team

Joseph Church Musical Director
Michael Curry Mask Designer
Puppet Designer
Robert Elhai Orchestrator
Garth Fagan Choreographer
Bruce Fowler Orchestrator
Flying by Foy Flying Effects
Donald Holder Lighting Designer
Richard Hudson Scenic Designer
Steve Canyon Kennedy Sound Designer
David Metzger Orchestrator
Geoff Puckett Projection Designer
Julie Taymor Director
Costume Designer
Mask Designer
Puppet Designer
Michael Ward Hair Designer
Make-Up Designer

The Lion King FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The Lion King opened at the New Amsterdam Theatre (Broadway) on Thursday Nov 13, 1997 and has now been running for 26 years.

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.

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

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