The Lion King

What is The Lion King About?

Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, the stage musical of The Lion King is based on the Disney animated film.

When a young lion prince is born in the Pridelands in Africa, his uncle Scar moves further down the line of inheritance. In an attempt to take the throne, Scar plots the death of Mufasa - the King laying the blame at the feet of his son - Simba. Scar takes the throne by enlisting the help of hyenas and disturbs the natural balance. Simba is convinced to return and overthrow his uncle restoring the "Circle Of Life".

The Highest Grossing Musical in History

Disney's The Lion King is currently celebrating its 25th anniversary at London's Lyceum Theatre. The show recently eclipsed The Phantom Of The Opera to become the highest-grossing stage show in history, having grossed some £3.8 billion globally. Since it opened in London in 1999, the show has been seen by over 12 million people.

Who Created the Show?

Disney's The Lion King is the brainchild of Award-winning Director Julie Taymor, who has created an epic musical that transports audiences to a dazzling world that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music. With music by Elton John, lyrics by Tim Rice, a musical score created by Hans Zimmer and choral arrangements by Lebo M, The Lion King score includes songs like I Just Can't Wait to Be King, The Circle of Life, Endless Night and Shadow Land.

Before You Buy a Ticket

Disney's The Lion King remains one of London’s best-selling shows and advance booking is recommended. That said Britishtheatre.com does have ticket availability for The Lion King at short notice.

Please note: Children under 3 years of age are not permitted to the Lyceum Theatre. Accompanying adults will be asked to remove noisy children during the performance without refund. The theatre provides booster seats for younger theatregoers to ensure they get to see the magic of the show unhindered.

The Lion King - Some Fun Facts

Disney's The Lion King has been seen by over 70 million people worldwide

Many have called The Lion King - the African Hamlet - what do you think?

There are more than 232 puppets in the show

It took 37,000 hours to build the puppets and masks

It takes over 114 people to prepare for each performance of The Lion King

The longest animal is an elephant: 13' long, 11'3" high and 9 feet wide at the ears. It collapses to 34 inches to go down the theatre aisle

Cheap The Lion King Tickets at the Lyceum Theatre

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Lion King Tickets—Group Tickets

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