Mark Mancina
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BIO
A Tony® nominee and multi-platinum, three-time Grammy Award®-winning composer, he was an obvious choice to produce the music for the stage production of The Lion King, having arranged and produced songs for the blockbuster animated feature film, for which he received both Grammy and American Music awards in 1994. The film also spawned the hit album Rhythm of the Pride Lands, for which Mr. Mancina co-wrote, arranged and produced three tracks, including "He Lives in You" and "Shadowland," which are featured in the stage production. Ranked among the upper echelons of film composers, his credits include mega-hits Training Day, Speed, Twister, Bad Boys, Tarzan and Brother Bear among many others. Current feature films include August Rush, Camille and Shooter.
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Productions
[US Tour, 2002]
Composer (Additional music)
Lyricist (Additional lyrics)
Music Producer (Music Producer for the stage)
Composer (Additional score)
Writing
Composer & Lyricist
Composer
Lyricist
Lyricist
Movies
Future Force
[ 1989 ] score
[ 1989 ] score
Monkey Trouble
[ 1994 ] music produced by
[ 1994 ] music produced by
Man of the House
[ 1995 ] music by
[ 1995 ] music by
Bad Boys
[ 1995 ] music by
[ 1995 ] music by
Speed 2: Cruise Control
[ 1997 ] music arranger
[ 1997 ] music arranger
Domestic Disturbance
[ 2001 ] music by
[ 2001 ] music by
Training Day
[ 2001 ] music score co-producer
[ 2001 ] music score co-producer
Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines
[ 2003 ] music score programmer
[ 2003 ] music score programmer
Brother Bear
[ 2003 ] score composed by
[ 2003 ] score composed by
The Haunted Mansion
[ 2003 ] score conductor, score producer
[ 2003 ] score conductor, score producer
Over the Hedge
[ 2006 ] song producer
[ 2006 ] song producer
Shooter
[ 2007 ] music by
[ 2007 ] music by
Sterling: The Secret of the Lost Medallion
[ 2009 ] score producer
[ 2009 ] score producer
The Lost Medallion: The Adventures of Billy Stone
[ 2013 ] score producer
[ 2013 ] score producer
Planes: Fire & Rescue
[ 2014 ] score
[ 2014 ] score
Moana
[ 2016 ] score
[ 2016 ] score
Cry Macho
[ 2021 ] music by
[ 2021 ] music by
Mufasa: The Lion King
[ 2024 ] music producer
[ 2024 ] music producer
Moana 2
[ 2024 ] original songs
[ 2024 ] original songs
Juror #2
[ 2024 ] soloist: piano
[ 2024 ] soloist: piano
Moana
[ 2026 ] original songs by
[ 2026 ] original songs by
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Mark Mancina, The Lion King
Videos
Lin-Manuel Miranda Writes New Song for Live-Action MOANA; Listen to it Now
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-15 12:12:35
Video: Behind-the-Scenes of MOANA with Catherine Laga'aia, Lin-Manuel Miranda & More
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-11 14:57:11
Video: MOANA Live-Action Trailer Debuts with Dwayne Johnson as Maui
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-23 12:23:42
Video: THE LION KING's Tshidi Manye Takes Her Historic Final Bow as 'Rafiki'
by Michael Major - 2025-09-03 13:17:12
Video: Watch Gavin Lee Join THE LION KING on Broadway as 'Scar'
by Michael Major - 2025-07-23 11:54:23
Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Endless Night'
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-04-21 15:34:27
VIDEO: Watch THE LION KING's Broadway Makeup Team Transform Stephen Carlile into Scar
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-08 10:43:04
Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Circle of Life' and More
by Stephi Wild - 2023-07-19 08:41:05
Watch: THE LION KING on Broadway Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Short Film Highlighting 'The Circle of Life'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-11-10 17:44:06
Video: Julie Taymor Talks THE LION KING 25th Anniversary and More!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2022-10-24 05:33:48
VIDEO: Watch Patti LuPone, Zachary Levi, Anika Noni Rose and More in SOUNDTRACK OF OUR LIVES Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-07-01 11:40:57
VIDEO: Get a Backstage Look at THE LION KING Bringing Its Giraffe To Life
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-08-09 12:52:42
VIDEO: THE LION KING Celebrates 100,000,000th Guest Worldwide With Multi-Lingual 'Circle of Life' Music Video
by Stephi Wild - 2019-05-16 09:10:16
News
Lin-Manuel Miranda Writes New Song for Live-Action MOANA; Listen to it Now
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
Lin-Manuel Miranda has written a new song for the live-action Moana movie, which hits theaters next month. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the new single, which is available to stream now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
Lin-Manuel Miranda has written a new song for the live-action Moana movie, which hits theaters next month. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the new single, which is available to stream now.
Review: THE LION KING at the Aronoff Center
by Ana-Brit Asplen - Jun 13, 2026
This grand and heartwarming spectacle is not only a fantastic stage musical appealing to all ages, but it also provides reminders about the dangers of tyranny and dictatorship, as well as the need for creativity and diversity in theatre.
by Ana-Brit Asplen - Jun 13, 2026
This grand and heartwarming spectacle is not only a fantastic stage musical appealing to all ages, but it also provides reminders about the dangers of tyranny and dictatorship, as well as the need for creativity and diversity in theatre.
Video: Behind-the-Scenes of MOANA with Catherine Laga'aia, Lin-Manuel Miranda & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2026
A new behind-the-scenes featurette is spotlighting Catherine Laga'aia, who takes on the fan-favorite heroine in Disney's live-action Moana. Check out the video, which also features Auliʻi Cravalho, Thomas Kail and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2026
A new behind-the-scenes featurette is spotlighting Catherine Laga'aia, who takes on the fan-favorite heroine in Disney's live-action Moana. Check out the video, which also features Auliʻi Cravalho, Thomas Kail and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Disney presenta el nuevo trailer del live action de VAIANA
by Adela González Pérez - Jun 11, 2026
El director Thomas Kail y el compositor Lin-Manuel Miranda, artífices de HAMILTON, vuelven a colaborar en esta nueva producción musical de Disney.
by Adela González Pérez - Jun 11, 2026
El director Thomas Kail y el compositor Lin-Manuel Miranda, artífices de HAMILTON, vuelven a colaborar en esta nueva producción musical de Disney.
Video: MOANA Debuts Final Trailer for Live-Action Reimagining
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026
Disney has dropped the final trailer for Moana, the live-action reimagining of the 2016 animated hit. Tickets are now on sale for the film, which is hitting theaters this July. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026
Disney has dropped the final trailer for Moana, the live-action reimagining of the 2016 animated hit. Tickets are now on sale for the film, which is hitting theaters this July. Check it out now.
DISNEY'S THE LION KING Begins at Playhouse Square This June
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Casting has been announced for Cleveland's limited return engagement of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Playhouse Square, featuring Cleveland native Robb Sapp, who has played Ed in the Broadway production since 2021.
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026
Casting has been announced for Cleveland's limited return engagement of DISNEY'S THE LION KING at Playhouse Square, featuring Cleveland native Robb Sapp, who has played Ed in the Broadway production since 2021.
THE LION KING Broadway and Touring 'Ed' Will Swap Productions
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Disney’s The Lion King has announced that Robb Sapp and Sam Linda, who play the role of Ed on Broadway and tour, respectively, will switch productions. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
Disney’s The Lion King has announced that Robb Sapp and Sam Linda, who play the role of Ed on Broadway and tour, respectively, will switch productions. Learn more here!
THE LION KING North American Tour Celebrates 24th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King is celebrating its 24th anniversary. Since launching in April 2002, The Lion King North American tour has welcomed over 28 million theatergoers.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King is celebrating its 24th anniversary. Since launching in April 2002, The Lion King North American tour has welcomed over 28 million theatergoers.
REVIEW: Disney’s THE LION KING Returns To Sydney To Delight A New Generation With Julie Taymor’s Award Winning Production
by Jade Kops - Apr 25, 2026
Almost 30 years since it’s Broadway premier in 1997, THE LION KING still brings gasps of awe as Julie Taymor’s musical theatre adaptation of Walt Disney Animation’s 1994 film returns to the Sydney stage.
by Jade Kops - Apr 25, 2026
Almost 30 years since it’s Broadway premier in 1997, THE LION KING still brings gasps of awe as Julie Taymor’s musical theatre adaptation of Walt Disney Animation’s 1994 film returns to the Sydney stage.
DISNEY’S THE LION KING To Return To London Zoo With Summer Exhibition
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026
Disney's THE LION KING will partner with London Zoo for a second year, presenting a free exhibition featuring costumes, masks, and puppets from the West End production, alongside new expert-led talks on African wildlife.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2026
Disney's THE LION KING will partner with London Zoo for a second year, presenting a free exhibition featuring costumes, masks, and puppets from the West End production, alongside new expert-led talks on African wildlife.
New Simba and Nala Will Join Disney's THE LION KING in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Posi Morakinyo and Asha Parker-Wallace will star as Simba and Nala in the West End production of THE LION KING, announced for March 2026. Learn more about the new cast members here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Posi Morakinyo and Asha Parker-Wallace will star as Simba and Nala in the West End production of THE LION KING, announced for March 2026. Learn more about the new cast members here!
Video: MOANA Live-Action Trailer Debuts with Dwayne Johnson as Maui
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 23, 2026
Disney has dropped a brand new trailer for Moana, the live-action reimagining of the 2016 animated hit, hitting theaters this July. Watch the trailer to see the beloved animated world come to life in live-action.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 23, 2026
Disney has dropped a brand new trailer for Moana, the live-action reimagining of the 2016 animated hit, hitting theaters this July. Watch the trailer to see the beloved animated world come to life in live-action.
THE LION KING Will Welcome Mduduzi Madela as Simba Beginning February 24
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Lion King has announced that longtime cast member Mduduzi Madela will assume the role of Simba beginning Tuesday, February 24. Learn more about him here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Lion King has announced that longtime cast member Mduduzi Madela will assume the role of Simba beginning Tuesday, February 24. Learn more about him here!
Tickets for THE LION KING at Playhouse Square Go on Sale Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2026
Tickets for the return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King in Cleveland will go on sale to the public. Cleveland’s most eagerly awaited return will once again leap onto the KeyBank State Theatre stage at Playhouse Square.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2026
Tickets for the return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King in Cleveland will go on sale to the public. Cleveland’s most eagerly awaited return will once again leap onto the KeyBank State Theatre stage at Playhouse Square.
THE LION KING, JR to be Presented at Cumberland County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Cumberland County Playhouse will present The Lion King, Jr, with music and lyrics by Tim Rice and Elton John, with additional music and lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Hans Zimmer; book by Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Cumberland County Playhouse will present The Lion King, Jr, with music and lyrics by Tim Rice and Elton John, with additional music and lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Hans Zimmer; book by Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi.
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Zama Magudulela as Rafiki. Magudulela will begin performances on Tuesday, January 13 in Sacramento at the Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
The North American tour of Disney’s The Lion King will welcome Zama Magudulela as Rafiki. Magudulela will begin performances on Tuesday, January 13 in Sacramento at the Safe Credit Union Performing Arts Center.
AUGUST RUSH is Being Developed as a New Stage Musical
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2025
August Rush, the Academy Award and Grammy Award-nominated 2007 film, is being developed as a new Broadway musical, starring Christopher Riley, Talia Suskauer and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2025
August Rush, the Academy Award and Grammy Award-nominated 2007 film, is being developed as a new Broadway musical, starring Christopher Riley, Talia Suskauer and more.
Tickets For Disney’s THE LION KING Go On Sale In Grand Rapids On November 24
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2025
Broadway Grand Rapids and Disney Theatrical Group will place tickets on sale for THE LION KING’s return to DeVos Performance Hall beginning November 24 at noon.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2025
Broadway Grand Rapids and Disney Theatrical Group will place tickets on sale for THE LION KING’s return to DeVos Performance Hall beginning November 24 at noon.
MOANA JR. Comes to Cape Town This December
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025
This December, Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts (SSIPA) will present its Cape Town debut production – Disney’s Moana Jr. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2025
This December, Sonwa Sakuba Institute for the Performing Arts (SSIPA) will present its Cape Town debut production – Disney’s Moana Jr. Learn more about the show here!
THE LION KING to Return to Seattle at The Paramount Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King is coming to The Paramount Theatre stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025
Disney’s The Lion King is coming to The Paramount Theatre stage.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Mark Mancina written?
Mark Mancina has written 2 shows including The Lion King (Composer), August Rush (Composer & Lyricist).
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and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Lion King.
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