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. Step into the Pride Lands and be swept away!
Based on Disney’s iconic film, The Lion King tells the story of Simba, a young lion prince navigating the trials of life, loss, and leadership on his journey to become king. Featuring unforgettable songs by Elton John and Tim Rice, including “Circle of Life,” “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” and “Hakuna Matata,” the musical also adds stunning new compositions by South African composer Lebo M. to enhance its African-inspired rhythms and spirit.
Directed by Julie Taymor, The Lion King revolutionized Broadway with its breathtaking fusion of puppetry, mask work, and stagecraft. Taymor became the first woman to win the Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical, one of six Tonys the production won, including Best Musical. The creative team also features Michael Curry’s intricate puppets, Richard Hudson’s vivid scenic design, and Donald Holder’s evocative lighting—each element contributing to an unforgettable spectacle.
Performed over its lifetime in nine different languages (English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Dutch, Spanish, Mandarin and Portuguese), there are currently seven productions of The Lion King around the world: Broadway, London, Paris, Hamburg, Madrid, Tokyo, and on tour across North America. The Lion King has played over 100 cities in 24 countries on every continent except Antarctica; its worldwide gross exceeds that of any film, Broadway show or other entertainment title in box office history.
Blending timeless storytelling, innovative design, and a deeply resonant score, The Lion King continues to inspire audiences, not just as a retelling of a beloved story, but as a work of art that pushes the boundaries of what is possible on stage. Join Simba on his journey and experience the magic of the Circle of Life.
Yes, The Lion King's pacing drags a bit in the first act, and the show's venue, Disney's opulently refurbished New Amsterdam Theatre on 42nd Street, has a few kinks (you'll miss a lot of the show if you're seated too far to the side). But Taymor's amazing vision overrides any quibbles. The Lion King can make you fall in love with theater no matter what theater it's in.
A new generation of cats just took over Broadway. Simply said, Julie Taymor's staging of Disney's 'The Lion King' is a marvel, a theatrical achievement unrivaled in its beauty, brains and ingenuity. Leaping far beyond its celluloid inspiration, the stage version improves upon nearly every aspect of the hit 1994 animated film, from visual artistry and storytelling to Lebo M's score and the newly African-ized pop songs of Elton John and Tim Rice. With this production, the Walt Disney Co. stages itself as a serious and ambitious contender on the legit scene, all but demanding that its first theatrical foray, 1994's too-literally adapted 'Beauty and the Beast,' was little more than a warm-up.
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1997 | Broadway |
Original Broadway Production Broadway |
2002 | US Tour |
National Tour US Tour |
2003 | Chicago |
Chicago Production Chicago |
2021 | West End |
London Production West End |
Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
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1998 | New York Drama Critics Circle Awards | Best Musical | Irene Mecchi |
1998 | New York Drama Critics Circle Awards | Best Musical | Roger Allers |
1998 | New York Drama Critics Circle Awards | Best Musical | Tim Rice |
1998 | New York Drama Critics Circle Awards | Best Musical | Elton John |
1998 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Best Broadway Musical | 0 |
1998 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Best Choreography | Garth Fagan |
1998 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Best Costume Design | Julie Taymor |
1998 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Best Director - Musical | Julie Taymor |
1998 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Best Featured Actress - Musical | Tsidii Le Loka |
1998 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Best Lighting Design | Donald Holder |
1998 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Best Set Design | Richard Hudson - |
1998 | The Hewes Awards | Costume Design | Julie Taymor |
1998 | The Hewes Awards | Lighting Design | Donald Holder |
1998 | The Hewes Awards | Noteworthy/Unusual Effects Design | Julie Taymor |
1998 | Theatre World Awards | Performance | Max Casella |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Book of a Musical | Irene Mecchi |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Book of a Musical | Roger Allers |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Choreography | Garth Fagan |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Costume Design | Julie Taymor |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Direction of a Musical | Julie Taymor |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Lighting Design | Donald Holder |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Musical | Disney Theatrical Productions |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Orchestrations | Bruce Fowler |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Orchestrations | David Metzger |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Orchestrations | Robert Elhai |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | Julie Taymor |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | Hans Zimmer |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | Jay Rifkin |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | Mark Mancina |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | Lebo M |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | Tim Rice |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | Elton John |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical | Samuel E. Wright |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical | Tsidii Le Loka |
1998 | Tony Awards | Best Scenic Design | Richard Hudson |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Choreography | Garth Fagan |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Costume Design | Julie Taymor |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Director - Musical | Julie Taymor |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical | Geoff Hoyle |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical | Max Cassella |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical | Tsidii Le Loka |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Lighting Design | Donald Holder |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Musical | The Lion King |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Orchestrations | Bruce Fowler |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Orchestrations | David Metzger |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Orchestrations | Robert Elhai |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Puppet Design | Julie Taymor |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Puppet Design | Michael Curry |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Revival-Play | Richard Hudson |
1997 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Sound Design | Tony Meola |
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