The Lion King Broadway Cast
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. Full synopsis
Current Cast
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James Brown-Orleans, who originated the role of Banzai on The Lion King Gazelle Tour, has also graced Broadway in The Lion King and can be seen as Doc Motors in Disney's The Princess Diaries. more...
Zinhle Dube, originally from Durban, South Africa, joined The Lion King UK tour in 2013 and later became part of The Lion King London cast in 2016. more...
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Jim Ferris, who has graced Broadway in The Lion King and toured nationally with the show's first national tour, brings a wealth of experience to his performances, having also appeared in productions like Hello, Dolly!, Prelude to the First Day, and Into the Woods. more...
Paige Fraser-Hoffman, a Bronx native and Princess Grace Award recipient, previously captivated audiences on The Lion King Rafiki Tour before making her Broadway debut in the iconic production. more...
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Bonita J. Hamilton, who graced the Broadway stage in The Lion King, has an impressive repertoire including performances in Ain’t Misbehavin’, Guys and Dolls, and Dreamgirls, and holds an MFA from Brandeis University. more...
Daniel Harder, a graduate of the Ailey/Fordham B.F.A. program and a seasoned performer with the Ailey company, brought his extensive experience and artistry to the stage in past productions of The Lion King. more...
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Michael Alexander Henry, a West Indies native and Penn State University alum, previously graced the Broadway stage in The Lion King, showcasing his versatile talent that also spans international tours of Hair and regional productions like Once on This Island and Chess. more...
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Vincent Jamal Hooper, known for his dynamic performances in multiple companies of Hamilton, made his Off-Broadway debut in The Lion King. more...
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Mduduzi Madela, born and raised in Durban, South Africa, brought his profound passion for music to Broadway's The Lion King, where he was acclaimed for his diverse musical talents, including the successful production of his debut album sung in French, Zulu, and Creole. more...
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S'bu Ngema, who previously graced the Broadway stage in The Lion King, has also showcased his talents in productions like Sarafina with M’Bongeni Ngema and I Pintombi with Bertha Egnos. more...
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Robb Sapp is thrilled to return to The Lion King, having previously graced the stage in the 1st National, North American, and Las Vegas companies of the show. more...
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Marcus Williams, a Dallas, TX native, made his Broadway debut in The Lion King, following an impressive career that included performances with Phantom of the Opera (World Tour) and the Emmy-Winning cast of The Let Go at the Park Avenue Armory. more...
Sidney Nicole Wilson, a Chesapeake, Virginia native and Elon University ’21 graduate, made her Broadway debut in The Lion King, bringing her talents to the iconic production. more...
See awards and nominations on the The Lion King page
Other productions of The Lion King
- 2002 US Tour — National Tour · Cast
- 2003 Chicago — Chicago Production · Cast
- 2021 West End — London Production · Cast
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 Make-Up Designer
Hair Designer
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