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The Lion Inside 2024

Opened: March 28, 2024
Closing: April 14, 2024

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Rose Theatre Kingston
24-26 High Street, Kingston, London, KT1 1HL London

A heart-warming story about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar.



‘In a dry dusty place where the sand sparkled gold, stood a mighty flat rock, all craggy and old. And under that rock in a tinyful house, lived the littlest, quietest, meekest brown mouse.’



Fed up of being ignored and forgotten by the other animals, Mouse wishes he could roar like Lion. But, as he discovers, even the biggest, bossiest people are scared sometimes ... and even the smallest creatures can have the heart of a lion!



Based on the multi-million copy selling book by Rachel Bright & Jim Field published by Hachette Children’s Group, this brand-new adaptation for stage is directed by Sarah Punshon (The Jungle Book), with music and lyrics by Eamonn O’Dwyer (Brief Encounter).



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Relaxed performance Sat 6th April 1.00pm


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THE KOALA WHO COULD Will Embark on World Premiere UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024


Emma Earle and Eamonn O’Dwyer’s adaptation of Rachel Bright and Jim Field’s best-selling children’s book, The Koala Who Could, will embark on a world premiere UK tour next year.

Photos: THE JINGLECLAW at Birmingham Hippodrome
by Stephi Wild - Dec 17, 2024


Birmingham Hippodrome has released first look photos for the brand new musical, The Jingleclaw. Performances are now underway. Check out the photos here!

THE JINGLECLAW Original Cast EP is Available Now
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024


Westway Music has partnered with Birmingham Hippodrome's New Musical Theatre Department to release the original cast EP for The Jingleclaw, the festive family musical tailored for children aged 3 and above.

Video: Inside THE LION KINGOpening Night in Toronto
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024


The Lion King has opened in Toronto.  On opening night, the Princess of Wales Theatre hosted celebrities and returning cast members from the 2000 engagement of the show. Check out the video here!

Nancy Medina Will Direct A GOOD HOUSE as Part of Bristol Old Vic's 2025 Spring/Summer Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2024


Bristol Old Vic has announced its Spring/Summer Season for 2025, including a flagship production directed by Nancy Medina. Learn more about the full season here!

Video: Go Inside First Day Of Rehearsals for Disney's THE LION KING in Toronto
by Joshua Wright - Sep 11, 2024


Toronto's production of Disney's The Lion King is so huge that it has taken over an entire school during rehearsals. On the first day of rehearsals, watch how the school has been transformed to become a rehearsal hall, and check in on the cast being welcomed by producer David Mirvish, executive producer Anne Quart, and director Anthony Lyn.

More Tickets Released For Top London Shows As Kids Week Campaign Begins
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2024


Kids Week is running throughout the summer holidays with tickets available for selected performances from now until Friday 6 September.

Trafalgar Theatres Wins Contract to Operate Guildford's G Live For Next 25 Years
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2024


Trafalgar Theatres – the venues division of leading global live entertainment company Trafalgar Entertainment – has successfully won the contract to operate G Live in Guildford following a competitive bidding process.

Darlington Hippodrome Reveals Summer 2024 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024


The curtain has gone up on Darlington Hippodrome’s new summer season of shows! Learn more about the full season lineup here.

Full Cast and Creative Team Set For the World Premiere of THE LION INSIDE at Rose Theatre Kingston
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024


The full cast and further creative team have been revealed for the world premiere tour of Sarah Punshon's adaptation of Rachel Bright and Jim Field's best-selling children's book, The Lion Inside, with original music and lyrics by Eamonn O'Dwyer.

Rose Theatre Reveals 2024 Christmas Production ROBIN HOOD
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2023


Ahead of their production of Peter Pan opening next week, Rose Theatre has announced next year’s Christmas production as Robin Hood, written by 2023 Olivier Award winner Chris Bush and directed by Elin Schofield.

Rose Theatre Reveals Spring 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023


Rose Theatre has announced their Spring 2024 season continuing their commitment to international collaboration and supporting artist development. Learn more about the upcoming show lineup here!

Photos: Inside Dublin Jerome High School Theatre's THE LION KING, JR
by Jerri Shafer - Dec 6, 2021


The Lion King, Jr. tells the story of the epic adventures of a curious cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king. To claim his rightful place on the throne and save his beloved Pridelands, Simba must find his inner strength and confront his wicked Uncle Scar. Directed by Patty Scott, the performances were December 2nd thru the 4th, 2021. Please visit their website https://tinyurl.com/3hxne8zv for information about upcoming productions including The Addams Family!

Photos: Go Inside the Curtain Call for THE LION KING's Return to Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 15, 2021


The Lion King officially returned to Broadway last night! Check out all new photos of the cast taking their first bow back since March 2020!

Little Angel Theatre Announces Summer Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2021


Alongside the shows, the theatre is also running puppetry projects with partnership organisations including Solace Women's Aid, Age UK and Islington Council, as well as working with local food banks to support their work and provide enrichment activities for their beneficiaries. 

Little Angel Theatre Announces Summer Season As The 60th Anniversary Year Continues
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2021


Little Angel Theatre has announced its summer season as their 60th anniversary year continues.  

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For POISONED POLLUTED at the Old Red Lion Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2019


Rehearsals are underway for Kathryn O'Reilly's bold new play Poisoned Polluted, which opens at The Old Red Lion Theatre this November (5th – 30th).

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE at the Bridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2019


Based on the novel by C. S. Lewis and directed by Sally Cookson, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe will have its first performance at the Bridge Theatre on 9 November 2019. Today (16 October 2019) rehearsal images are released on the 69th anniversary of the publication of the novel. Opening night is on 18 November and the production runs until 2 February 2020. Full details of the performance schedule, including Sunday matinees, are available on the Bridge website.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For Tom Ratcliffe's CIRCA at the Old Red Lion
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2019


Circa explores the blurred identity of the gay relationship in the modern age. Following the story of one man's romantic life, we are taken through the different relationships and encounters he experiences over a period of thirty years. Joining him through the joys and pitfalls of trying to find love and fulfilment as a gay man.

VIDEO: Get a 360-Degree View Inside Rehearsals for Disney's THE LION KING
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2017


Ever wonder what it feels like to be inside rehearsals for a Broadway show? In a recent video from Disney's The Lion King, viewers can step into rehearsals with a full 360-degree view as the cast rehearses 'The Lioness Hunt.'

Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of THE LION at Culture Project!
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 9, 2015


The Lion, the gripping, highly acclaimed autobiographical solo show written and performed by Benjamin Scheuer, opened last night, February 8th, at the Lynn Redgrave Theater at Culture Project (45 Bleecker Street). Directed by Sean Daniels, The Lion will play an extended engagement Off-Broadway through March 29th, following an award-winning run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and sold-out productions at the Manhattan Theatre Club and London's St. James Theatre. Check out photos from opening night below!

STAGE TUBE: Inside THE LION KING's Journey to Australia!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 26, 2013


More than 65 million people around the world have discovered the thrill, the majesty, the truly one-of-a-kind musical that is THE LION KING. Julie Taymor's reimagining of Disney's beloved animated film is a theatrical event you will never forget. In the videos below, go behind the scenes of the upcoming production's journey to the Australian stage. THE LION KING will open in Sydney in December 2013.

STAGE TUBE: Andrew Keenan-Bolger Goes INSIDE THE LION KING Anniversary Exhibit in NYC!
by Stage Tube - Dec 4, 2012


In the video below, NEWSIES' Andrew Keenan-Bolger takes you through 'Inside The Lion King', a free exhibit in NYC to celebrate its 15th anniversary on Broadway. Click below to watch!

Photo Coverage: INSIDE THE LION KING Bryant Park Pop-Up Exhibit!
by Jennifer Broski - Dec 3, 2012


'Inside The Lion King,' the first immersive, pop-up exhibit ever created for a Broadway show, arrives adjacent to Bryant Park, on 42nd Street and Avenue of the Americas, for a limited time to celebrate 15 years of The Lion King in New York City. More than 65 million people have experienced The Lion King, but never before like this. In this free exhibit, fans of all ages will experience and interact with 86 museum-quality artifacts including hand-made puppets, sculpted masks, elaborate artisan costumes and extraordinary sets that have appeared in productions from around the world. Check out photos from inside the exhibit below!

Photo Flash: THE LION KING Celebrates 15th Anniversary - Go Inside the Rehearsal!
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 19, 2012


Broadway's landmark musical event The Lion King celebrated its 15th Anniversary Sunday evening with a one-night only celebratory performance benefitting The Actors Fund. Virtually the entire creative team, who collectively won six Tony® Awards for their work on the show, reunited for the sold out performance. Check out photos below!

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