What is The Lion King about?

DISNEY’S THE LION KING is based on the much-loved 1994 Disney film of the same name. The musical features a large cast of actors in beautiful animal costumes and using large puppets. The Lion King is set in the beautiful African pride lands and follows the journey of Simba, from being a wide-eyed and fearless lion cub to being King. The Lion King has enjoyed 21 years in London and lights up the West End with glorious colours and powerful music.

Ticket information

Seats are on sale now for performances until 15th October 2023. Tickets from £29. Tuesday – Saturday 7.30pm, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday 2.30pm.

Children under 3 will not be admitted. Recommended for ages 6 and above.

Running Time

2 hours 30 minutes, including interval.

Cast & Creatives

George Asprey (Scar) , Shaun Esoffery (Mufasa), Thenjiwe ‘Thendiva’ Nofemele (Rafiki), Gary Jordan (Zazu), Jamie McGregor (Timon), Mark Roper (Pumbaa), Yeukayi Ushe (Simba), Janique Charles (Nala), Melone M’kenzy (Shenzi), David Blake (Banzai), Phil Adele (Ed), Khylan St Paul Mark (Young Simba), Isabelle Dawodu (Young Nala), Emrys Zeph Adamah (Young Simba), Theo Querico (Young Simba), Sam Stephens (Young Simba), Mia-Nicole Alexander (Young Nala), Ava Rae Douglas (Young Nala), Divine Cole (Young Nala), Angela Marie Hurst (Swing), Azolo Dlamini (Standby), Barnaby Thompson (Ensemble), Candice Holdford (Ensemble), Christina Walters (Swing), Darius Drooh (Ensemble), Deja Linton (Ensemble), Donna Clovis (Swing), Etian A Almeida (Swing), Francisco Lins (Ensemble), Gabriel Brasilio (Ensemble), Garry Lake (Ensemble), Gesztenye Taiwo (Ensemble), Jairus B. Mcclanahan (Swing), Jane Carla Leynes (Ensemble), Jonathan Lutwyche (Standby Scar and Pumbaa), Kearabetswe Mogotsi (Ensemble), Keitumetse Molea (Swing), Kuan Frye (Swing), Lamoi Leon (Ensemble), Luciano Santos Souza (Swing/Dance Captain), Mikel Sylvanus (Ensemble), Mlungisi Shabalala (Swing/Dance Captain), Nonhlanhla Makhathini (Ensemble), Nosipho Nkonqa (Swing), Paul Mukembo (Swing/Ensemble), Phindile Nyandeni (Ensemble), Phumlani Jones Mkhize (Ensemble), Kiran Patel (Ensemble), Poseletso Sejosingoe (Swing), Reece Darlington-Delaire (Ensemble), Ryesha Higgs (Ensemble), Sadia McEwen (Swing), Sandile Gontsana (Ensemble), Shak Gabbidon-Williams (Ensemble), Sophie Sass (Ensemble), Stephanie Lo (Ensemble), Tramaine Lamy (Standby Pumbaa, Timon and Zazu), Tyler Orphé-Baker (Ensemble).

Julie Taymor (Director, Costume Design, Mask/Puppet Co-Design, Additional Lyrics), Elton John (Music), Tim Rice (Lyrics), Lebo M (Additional Music & Lyrics, Additional Vocal Score, Vocal Arrangements, Choral Director), Mark Mancina (Additional Music & Lyrics, Music produced for the stage, Additional Score), Irene Mecchi (Book), Garth Fagan (Choreographer), Richard Hudson (Scenic Design), Donald Holder (Lighting Design), Michael Curry (Mask & Puppet Co-Designer), Michael Ward (Hair & Make-Up Design), Steve Canyon Kennedy (Sound Design), Anthony Lyn (Associate Director), John Stefaniuk (Associate Director), Marey Griffith (Associate Choreographer), Clement Ishmael (Musical Supervisor), Hans Zimmer (Additional Music & Lyrics), Chris Montan (Executive Music Producer), Jay Rifkin (Additional Music & Lyrics), Robert Elhai (Associate Producer & Orchestrator), David Metzger (Orchestrator), Bruce Fowler (Orchestrator), Mark Brandon (Casting) & Disney Theatrical Productions (Producer).

Soundtrack

1. Circle of Life
2. Grasslands Chant
3. The Morning Report
4. The Lioness Hunt
5. I Just Can’t Wait to be King
6. Chow Down
7. They Live In You
8. Be Prepared
9. The Stampede
10. Rafiki Mourns
11. Hakuna Matata
12. One by One
13. The Madness of King Scar
14. Shadowland
15. Endless Night
16. Can You Feel The Love Tonight
17. He Lives in You (Reprise)
18. Simba Confronts Scar
19. King of Pride Rock/Circle of Life (Reprise)

*Please note: Children under 3 years of age are not permitted to enter the Lyceum Theatre. The Lion King is recommended for ages 6 and up. All persons aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult and may not sit on their own within the auditorium. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket.

**This venue continues to make the safety and security of its customers and staff a priority. As such, please bear in mind that we may undertake bag checks, so recommend you leave extra time to avoid queues, and refrain from bringing suitcases, rucksacks and large bags into the theatre. Many thanks for your cooperation.