The Lion King Tickets
Disney’s spectacular musical features stunning puppetry and an unforgettable score by Elton John. Best for age 6+.
The Lion King Tickets: An Incredible Family Musical
Disney’s The Lion King is a spectacle like nothing else – exploding onto the stage in a mirage of vibrant colour, rhythm and life at the Lyceum Theatre.Julie Taymor’s visionary adaptation of the classic Disney animated film was game-changing when it premiered in 1997. Fusing puppetry and design with traditional African dance, costume and song, this groundbreaking production brings every character to life.
The Lion King transports audiences to the plains of the Serengeti as the story charts Simba’s journey from a naive cub to fulfilling his destiny as King of the Pridelands.
What is The Lion King musical about?
The Lion King tells the story of Simba, who is forced into exile after the death of his father and must embark on a journey to reclaim his place as King of the Pridelands. The musical transforms Disney's beloved film - that is based loosely on Shakespeare's Hamlet - into an unforgettable theatrical event that sees the sights and sounds of the Serengeti brought to life with puppetry, set design, spectacular costumes and dance.Who wrote The Lion King musical?
The Lion King is based on Disney's award-winning film of the same name. The musical's book is by Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi, who worked on the film as a co-director and screenwriter respectively. Tim Rice and Elton John wrote the show's music and lyrics, including the hit songs "Circle of Life" and "Hakuna Matata".The Lion King West End Cast
There are over 50 cast members in the West End production, including a number of child performers in the roles of young Simba and young Nala. Some of the cast have been in The Lion King for many years, including Shaun Escoffery and George Asprey, who have performed as Mufasa and Scar since 2008.The current The Lion King London cast includes Owen Chaponda (adult Simba), Gary Jordan (Zazu), Jamie McGregor (Timon), Mark Roper (Pumbaa), Thenjiwe Thendiva Nofemele (Rafiki) and Merryl Ansah (Nala).