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The Lion King West End West End

The Lion King West End

Run Time:
2 hours 45 minutes
Ages: 6+
Opened: August 10, 2021

Upcoming Schedule:

Tuesdays: 7:30pm Wednesdays: 2:30pm and 7:30pm Thursdays: 7:30pm Fridays: 7:30pm Saturdays: 2:30pm and 7:30pm Sundays: 2:30pm and 7:30pm

Buy Tickets from: £46

The Lion King West End - West End Tickets, News, Info & More


Lyceum Theatre
(Covent Garden/Charing Cross) Wellington Street, just off Strand London

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Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney's multi award-winning musical will redefine your expectations of theatre.

Brilliantly reimagined by acclaimed director Julie Taymor, Disney's beloved film has been transformed into a spectacular theatrical experience that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music.

At its heart is the powerful and moving story of Simba - the epic adventure of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands.


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Photos: Disney's THE LION KING Celebrates 25th Anniversary At RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival 
by A.A. Cristi - July 1, 2024


Today Disney’s THE LION KING presented a community garden at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival to commemorate 25 years of the iconic, award-winning West End musical. Designed by leading garden designer Juliet Sargeant, the garden received three awards at the festival; Best Show Garden, the RHS Environmental Innovation Award and a Silver Gilt Medal*. See photos from the event. 

THE LION KING Celebrates The 'Circle Of Life' at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
by Stephi Wild - March 28, 2024


This summer, Disney's THE LION KING will present a community garden at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival to commemorate 25 years of the iconic, award-winning West End musical.

Photos: THE TRAITORS Season 2 Cast Visits THE LION KING in London
by Stephi Wild - March 8, 2024


Last night (7 March 2024), members of the season two series of the BBC’s hit show The Traitors visited Disney’s THE LION KING in the West End. Check out photos here!

THE LION KING Will Hold Open Auditions Across The UK
by Stephi Wild - October 6, 2023


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!

Video: THE LION KING Celebrates Shaun Escoffery & George Asprey's 15th Anniversary in London
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 6, 2023


Watch past and present company members of The Lion King surprise Shaun Escoffery (Mufasa) and George Asprey (Scar) as they celebrate 15 years with the show.

Interview: Owen Chaponda and Merryl Ansah on Getting Fit for the Stage and Why There's Nothing Like THE LION KING
by Aliya Al-Hassan - February 23, 2023


Owen Chaponda and Merryl Ansah chat about about their return to The Lion King as the new Simba and Nala

Owen Chaponda and Merryl Ansah Will Join THE LION KING in London This Spring
by Stephi Wild - February 14, 2023


The award-winning West End production of Disney’s THE LION KING will welcome Owen Chaponda (Back to the Future; The Colour Purple) and Merryl Ansah (Heathers; Crazy for You), who will step into the iconic roles of ‘Simba’ and ‘Nala’, this spring.

Kyle Richardson and More Join the Cast of THE LION KING UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - November 28, 2022


The UK and Ireland Tour of Disney's The Lion King will welcome 12 new members to its cast of over 50 actors, singers and dancers this winter. The award winning landmark musical is currently playing a season at Manchester Palace until 11 March, where over 300,000 people will experience the show during the only North West dates.

THE LION KING Extends Season at Manchester Palace Theatre
by Stephi Wild - June 6, 2022


The Walt Disney Company UK and Ireland and Manchester Theatres have announced on sale dates for a seven week extension of the musical THE LION KING, opening at the Palace Theatre later this year.

THE LION KING Cancels West End Performances Due to COVID-19
by Stephi Wild - December 14, 2021


Performances of the West End production of The Lion King have been cancelled today and tomorrow (December 14 and 15) due to COVID-19 cases within the company.

VIDEO: West End THE LION KING Returns to Rehearsal With 'Circle of Life'
by Stephi Wild - July 24, 2021


Learn more about the production, watch the video, and find out how to purchase tickets when the show returns to the West End this week!

THE LION KING Rehearsals Halted Due to 'COVID-Enforced Absences'
by Stephi Wild - July 23, 2021


This comes after several other West End productions have had to be put on pause, including Hairspray which has halted performances, The Prince of Egypt, and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cinderella.

Nick Afoa Joins Disney's THE LION KING UK and Ireland Tour as Simba
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2020


The Walt Disney Company UK today announced that Nick Afoa will be joining the touring production of THE LION KING from 30 April. Afoa is currently starring in the role in London's West End, where he has performed as Simba for three years after making his stage debut in the Australian production of THE LION KING in 2013.

TV: THE LION KING Celebrates 20 Years in London with Lebo M and Drakensberg Boys Choir
by Nicole Rosky - October 21, 2019


The Lion King celebrated 20 years in London's West End on Saturday, October 19. Legendary South African composer Lebo M treated the audience to an incredible extra performance featuring the Drakensberg Boys Choir. Check out highlights below!

Photo Flash: Lebo M Helps THE LION KING Celebrate 20 Years in the West End
by Julie Musbach - October 21, 2019


The Lion King celebrated 20 years in London's West End on Saturday, October 19. Legendary South African composer Lebo M treated the audience to an incredible extra performance featuring the Drakensberg Boys Choir.

VIDEO: THE LION KING Takes Over King's Cross in Honor of its 20th Anniversary in the West End
by Stephi Wild - October 19, 2019


To celebrate the 20th anniversary of THE LION KING in London, commuters at King's Cross Underground Station have been able to experience the show up-close, with surprise performances, costumes, masks and puppets from the show on display, giveaways, and more!

BWW Interview: George Asprey Talks THE LION KING
by Jonathan Marshall - October 16, 2019


This October marks the 20th anniversary of The Lion King at London's Lyceum Theatre. Premiering way back in 1999, the show has entertained over 16 million people and remains the West End's bestselling stage production and the sixth-longest-running West End musical of all time. To celebrate the show's roaring success (pardon the pun), BroadwayWorld spoke with George Asprey, who plays Scar, about being the villain and why he feels the show is still so well loved after all these years.

Disney's THE LION KING Announces Gala Performance
by Stephi Wild - September 5, 2019


On 19 October, Disney's THE LION KING celebrates 20 years in the West End, cementing its place in theatrical history as one of the most successful and beloved stage musicals of all time.

VIDEO: THE LION KING Shows Support For the England Football Team, The Lionesses
by Stephi Wild - June 12, 2019


If anyone knows what it takes to be a Lioness, it's the cast of Disney's landmark musical THE LION KING!

BWW Interview: Actress Gugwana Dlamini Talks THE LION KING
by Marianka Swain - November 5, 2018


South African actress Gugwana Dlamini has a long history with Disney's The Lion King, from the original animated movie through to performances in the stage show around the world. She discusses returning to the show's West End home at the Lyceum Theatre, where she stars as Rafiki.

The Lion King West End FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long has The Lion King been running on the West End?
The Lion King opened at the Lyceum Theatre on Tuesday Aug 10, 2021 and has now been running for 2 years.
How long has The Lion King West End been running on the West End?
The Lion King West End opened at the Lyceum Theatre on Tuesday Aug 10, 2021 and has now been running for 2 years.
What are the songs in The Lion King West End and what's the order?
Circle of Life
Grasslands Chant
The Morning Report
The Lioness Hunt
I Just Can't Wait to Be King
Chow Down
They Live in You
Be Prepared
The Stampede
Rafiki Mourns
Hakuna Matata
One by One
The Madness of King Scar
Shadowland
The Lion Sleeps Tonight
Endless Night
Can You Feel the Love Tonight
Simba Confronts Scar
King of Pride Rock

The Lion King West End History

Other Productions of The Lion King West End

1997   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2002   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2003   Chicago Chicago Production
Chicago
2021   West End London Production
West End

The Lion King West End West End Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2000 Olivier Awards Best Actor in a Musical Rob Edwards
2000 Olivier Awards Best Actress in a Musical Josette Bushell-Mingo
2000 Olivier Awards Best Costume Designer Julie Taymor
2000 Olivier Awards Best Director Julie Taymor
2000 Olivier Awards Best Lighting Designer Donald Holder
2000 Olivier Awards Best Set Designer Richard Hudson
2000 Olivier Awards Best Theatre Choreographer Garth Fagan
2000 Olivier Awards Radisson Edwardian Award for Best New Musical Tim Rice
2000 Olivier Awards Radisson Edwardian Award for Best New Musical Elton John
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Garth Fagan
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design Julie Taymor
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Musical Julie Taymor
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Max Cassella
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical Geoffrey Hoyle
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical Tsidii Le Loka
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Donald Holder
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical The Lion King
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Robert Elhai
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations David Metzger
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Bruce Fowler
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Puppet Design Julie Taymor
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Puppet Design Michael Curry
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design - Musical Richard Hudson
1999 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design Tony Meola

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