'Le Roi Lion' (French 'Lion King') Roars into Paris Tonight

The Lion King, which celebrates its 10th triumphant year on Broadway in November, will begin performances tonight at Théâtre Mogador in Paris, France.  Producers Disney Theatrical Productions and Stage Entertainment celebrate the opening of Le Roi Lion, their first French-language production during their six-year co-partnership.

Staying true to French culture, the entire production team of Le Roi Lion is made up of French natives, including the cast, crew and actors.  Stage Entertainment recently conducted a complete renovation of Théâtre Mogador, which included a complete overhaul of the interior of the theatre.

For more information or to hear French-language versions of your favorite Disney's The Lion King songs, visit www.leroilion.fr

The relationship between Disney Theatrical Productions and Stage Entertainment began with their first international production of Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida in 2001.  Since then, the companies have together mounted six Disney musical productions that have played to an audience of over 10 million people in Germany and Holland alone.  Disney/Stage Entertainment shows have grossed over $400 million in ticket sales.  In addition to The Lion King in France, Stage Entertainment currently has another production of the show celebrating its fifth year in Germany.  Four other Disney productions are now being presented by Stage Entertainment, including Tarzan in Holland, Beauty and the Beast on tour in Germany and Holland and Aida on tour in Germany.