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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

The Lion King West EndThe Lion King West End
 
[West End, 2021]
Music Producer
Composer (Additional Score)
The Lion KingThe Lion King
 
[US Tour, 2002]
Composer (Additional music)
Lyricist (Additional lyrics)
Music Producer (Music Producer for the stage)
Composer (Additional score)
The Lion KingThe Lion King
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Music Producer
Composer (Additional Score)

Writing

Composer & Lyricist
The Lion King
Composer
Lyricist

Movies

Future Force
[ 1989 ] score
Monkey Trouble
[ 1994 ] music produced by
Man of the House
[ 1995 ] music by
Bad Boys
[ 1995 ] music by
Speed 2: Cruise Control
[ 1997 ] music arranger
Domestic Disturbance
[ 2001 ] music by
Training Day
[ 2001 ] music score co-producer
Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines
[ 2003 ] music score programmer
Brother Bear
[ 2003 ] score composed by
The Haunted Mansion
[ 2003 ] score conductor, score producer
Over the Hedge
[ 2006 ] song producer
Shooter
[ 2007 ] music by
Sterling: The Secret of the Lost Medallion
[ 2009 ] score producer
The Lost Medallion: The Adventures of Billy Stone
[ 2013 ] score producer
Planes: Fire & Rescue
[ 2014 ] score
Moana
[ 2016 ] score
Cry Macho
[ 2021 ] music by
Mufasa: The Lion King
[ 2024 ] music producer
Moana 2
[ 2024 ] original songs
Juror #2
[ 2024 ] soloist: piano
Moana
[ 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

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THE LION KING North American Tour Celebrates 24th Anniversary Photo
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.
REVIEW: Disney’s THE LION KING Returns To Sydney To Delight A New Generation With J Photo
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. 
DISNEY’S THE LION KING To Return To London Zoo With Summer Exhibition Photo
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.
New Simba and Nala Will Join Disney's THE LION KING in the West End Photo
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!
Video: See Catherine Lagaʻaia, Dwayne Johnson in the New Trailer for Disney's Live-A Photo
Video: See Catherine Lagaʻaia, Dwayne Johnson in the New Trailer for Disney's Live-Action MOANA
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 Photo
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!
Tickets for THE LION KING at Playhouse Square Go on Sale Next Week Photo
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.
THE LION KING, JR to be Presented at Cumberland County Playhouse Photo
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.
Zama Magudulela Will Join THE LION KING Tour as Rafiki Photo
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.
AUGUST RUSH is Being Developed as a New Stage Musical Photo
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.
Tickets For Disney’s THE LION KING Go On Sale In Grand Rapids On November 24 Photo
Tickets For Disney’s THE LION KING Go On Sale In Grand Rapids On November 24
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 25, 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 Photo
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!
THE LION KING to Return to Seattle at The Paramount Theatre Photo
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.
Tickets for Disney’s THE LION KING at Providence Performing Arts Center Go On Sale Photo
Tickets for Disney’s THE LION KING at Providence Performing Arts Center Go On Sale November 14
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025

Tickets for the long-awaited return of Disney’s The Lion King at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) will go on sale Friday, November 14, 2025, at 10 a.m.
Experience Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago at Cadillac Palace Photo
Experience Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago at Cadillac Palace
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025

Disney's THE LION KING runs at Cadillac Palace Theatre until October 19. Get ticket info and details about this must-see Chicago show!
DISNEY'S MOANA Live-to-Film Concert To Play Popejoy Hall Photo
DISNEY'S MOANA Live-to-Film Concert To Play Popejoy Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2025

Disney’s Moana Live-to-Film Concert will arrive at Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque on November 4, 2025. The event features a screening of the animated film with live music performed by Hollywood musicians, Polynesian rhythm masters, and vocalists.
Video: THE LION KING Celebrates 11,000 Performances on Broadway Photo
Video: THE LION KING Celebrates 11,000 Performances on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2025

The Lion King celebrated its 11,000th performance on Broadway over the weekend at the matinee on Saturday, September 20th. See footage here and learn more about The Lion King.
Playful People Productions to Open 15th Anniversary Season With Disney’s MOANA JR. Photo
Playful People Productions to Open 15th Anniversary Season With Disney’s MOANA JR.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2025

Playful People Productions will celebrate its 15th Anniversary season with Disney’s Moana JR., running October 17–November 1, 2025, at the Historic Hoover Theater in San Jose.
Cast Announced for Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago Photo
Cast Announced for Disney's THE LION KING in Chicago
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025

The production features Peter Hargrave (Scar), David D’Lancy Wilson (Mufasa), Mukelisiwe Goba (Rafiki), Robert Creighton (Timon), Nick LaMedica (Zazu), Danny Grumich (Pumbaa), Gilbert Domally (Simba), and more.
Video: THE LION KING's Tshidi Manye Takes Her Historic Final Bow as 'Rafiki' Photo
Video: THE LION KING's Tshidi Manye Takes Her Historic Final Bow as 'Rafiki'
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025

Watch a video of Tshidi Manye, who played Rafiki in Disney's THE LION KING on Broadway for over 9,000 performances, take her final bow on Sunday after being a part of the production for 25 years.
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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).

What awards has Mark Mancina been nominated for?

and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Lion King.

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