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Mr. Allers has been instrumental in shaping the structure and dialogue of many Disney animated features since 1988, including Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Oliver and Company, Rescuers Down Under, Prince and the Pauper and the computer-animated movie Tron. Prior to working with Disney, he created animation on children's programs and features for studios in Boston, Toronto and Tokyo. He is currently developing an animated feature for Sony and a new stage musical with Irene Mecchi.

Roger Allers Productions

 
[US Tour, 2002]
Bookwriter

Writing

Bookwriter

Roger Allers Movies

Oliver & Company
[ 1988 ] writer
Beauty and the Beast
[ 1991 ] story supervisor
Aladdin
[ 1992 ] writer
Brother Bear
[ 2003 ] writer
Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet
[ 2014 ] writer

Roger Allers Awards and Nominations


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Musical

Roger Allers, The Lion King

Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Book of a Musical

Roger Allers, The Lion King

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Tickets for THE LION KING at the the Ohio Theatre on Sale Now


Tickets for the return of Disney’s The Lion King at the Ohio Theatre are currently on sale. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase.

Mirvish Theatre 2024/25 Season Includes MOULIN ROUGE!, BACK TO THE FUTURE, and More


Mirvish has revealed its 2024-25 Main Subscription Season, which is comprised of seven productions.   Learn more about the full lineup here!

THE LION KING Returns to Portland This Fall


Disney Theatrical Group and Broadway in Portland have announced that, in response to the recent weather-related performance cancellations of Disney’s The Lion King, the North American tour will return to Keller Auditorium in Portland for a two-week engagement in Fall 2025.

Casting Announced For Disney's THE LION KING At Segerstrom Center For The Arts


Casting has been announced for Disney's The Lion King at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Get the details on the upcoming production.

Auditions to be Held for Toronto Production Of Disney's THE LION KING


Audition information is now available online for the new Toronto production of Disney’s The Lion King.

Disney's THE LION KING is Coming to The Hobby Center in Summer 2024


The Lion King will once again leap onto the Hobby Center stage on Thursday, July 11, 2024 for a limited four-week engagement through Sunday, August 4, 2024.

THE LION KING to Open a New Toronto Sit-Down Production


Toronto will become the first city in North America to have a second sit-down production of Disney’s The Lion King. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

THE LION KING Celebrates 26th Anniversary on Broadway


The Lion King celebrates its 26th anniversary on Broadway today, Monday, November 13th.  

Buddy Holly Hall Premiere Engagement of Disney's THE LION KING Generates Estimated $6 Million Economic Impact


Disney's THE LION KING is coming to The Buddy Holly Hall in Lubbock, TX, presented by The American Theatre Guild. Check out the latest news and show information.

Disney's THE LION KING On Sale October 30 At Segerstrom Center For The Arts


Disney Theatrical Productions and Segerstrom Center for the Arts announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King will go on sale to the public on Monday, October 30, 2023 at 10 AM. 

VIDEO: Watch THE LION KING's Broadway Makeup Team Transform Stephen Carlile into Scar


Watch a video of the Broadway makeup team transforming Stephen Carlile into the iconic villain Scar here!

THE LION KING Will Hold Open Auditions Across The UK


Disney's award-winning musical THE LION KING is holding a nationwide call out for singers and dancers who wish to join the West End company in the future. Learn more about how to attend an audition here!

Disney's THE LION KING On Sale At Keller Auditorium, October 2


Disney Theatrical Productions and Broadway in Portland announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King will go on sale to the public on Monday, October 2 at 10 a.m. 

Crocodile, Inc. to Present World Premiere Reading of New Musical THE GRASSHOPPER Next Month


CROCODILE, INC. will present the world premiere reading of new musical THE GRASSHOPPER on Sat, Oct 7 at Pacific Resident Theatre in Venice.

THE LION KING UK & Ireland Tour Brings in Over 150,000 Audience Members at Birmingham Hippodrome


Disney’s THE LION KING UK & Ireland Tour ended its 11-week run at Birmingham Hippodrome on Saturday 16 September having performed to over 150,000 audience members. Learn more about the tour here!

DISNEY'S THE LION KING To Play Return Engagement At Popejoy Hall, November 5


Casting announced for Disney's The Lion King at Popejoy. Get all the details on the upcoming production.

Tickets For Disney's THE LION KING at Orpheum Theatre Now On Sale


Disney Theatrical Productions and BroadwaySF, part of the Ambassador Theatre Group, have announced that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's The Lion King are now on sale to the public. San Francisco's most eagerly awaited return will once again leap onto the Orpheum Theatre stage. Check out performance and ticket information here!

Vincent Jamal Hooper Joins THE LION KING as 'Simba' This Month


The Lion King will welcome Vincent Jamal Hooper as Simba beginning Tuesday, September 26. This marks his Broadway debut. Learn more about Hooper and The Lion King here!

THE LION KING North American Tour to Welcome Back Mukelisiwe Goba as 'Rafiki'


Get the latest news on Disney's The Lion King North American Tour as Mukelisiwe Goba makes a triumphant return as 'Rafiki'. Find out all the details and dates for this highly anticipated production.

THE LION KING Teams Up With The New York Liberty For Special Evening At Barclays Center


The Lion King is teaming up with the New York Liberty to bring the Pridelands to Barclays Center, as New York City's favorite team takes on the Los Angeles Sparks at 7:00pm ET. The one-night only event will feature a halftime show inspired by the landmark musical, special appearances by members of the Broadway company, door giveaways and unique in-concourse opportunities to experience The Lion King.

Roger Allers FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Roger Allers written?

Roger Allers has written 1 shows including The Lion King (Bookwriter).

What awards has Roger Allers been nominated for?

Roger Allers has been nominated for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for The Lion King and for Best Book of a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Lion King.

What awards has Roger Allers won?

Roger Allers has won the Best Musical award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for The Lion King.

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