The Lion King
Finished Sep 8, 2012
Mandalay Bay Theater
Don't miss this classic Disney musical that brings the adventures of young Simba to life on stage in a visual feast for all the family.
Don't miss this classic Disney musical that brings the adventures of young Simba to life on stage in a visual feast for all the family.
New York Times
Don't miss this classic Disney musical that brings the adventures of young Simba to life on stage in a visual feast for all the family.
New York Times
The Lion King
Finished Sep 8, 2012
Mandalay Bay Theater
Don't miss this classic Disney musical that brings the adventures of young Simba to life on stage in a visual feast for all the family.
Why see The Lion King?
The Lion King is on tour and hits the in , ,
Disney presents a musical that brings THE LION KING'S wildly popular story, the Oscar winning Elton John / Tim Rice songs, and an entire African landscape to the stage of the Pantages Theater.
Directed and designed by Tony Award winner Julie Taymor, THE LION KING fills the theatre with sights and sounds of one of Broadways most imaginative new talents - all to bring new life to Disneys crowd pleasing story of a young princes adventure-filled journey to adulthood - and the throne.
Key Information
Audience
The Lion King is suitable for elementary school children and older. Children under 5 years of age will not be admitted into the Theater.
Run Time
2 hours 40 minutes including one 15 minute intermission.
Dates
Finished Sep 8, 2012
Creative
Music - Elton John
Lyrics - Tim Rice
Book - Roger Allers & Irene Mecchi
Costume Design & Director - Julie Taymor
Choreography - Garth Fagan
Scenic Design - Richard Hudson
Lighting Design - Donald Holder
Lyrics - Tim Rice
Book - Roger Allers & Irene Mecchi
Costume Design & Director - Julie Taymor
Choreography - Garth Fagan
Scenic Design - Richard Hudson
Lighting Design - Donald Holder
Awards
1998 TONY AWARDS
Best Musical
Best Choreography (Garth Fagan)
Best Direction of a Musical (Julie Taymor)
Best Costume Design for a Musical (Julie Taymor)
Best Lighting Design of a Musical (Donald Holder)
Best Scenic Design for a Musical (Richard Hudson)
Nominations
Best Book of a Musical (Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi)
Best Orchestrations (Robert Elhai, David Metzger and Bruce Fowler)
Best Original Score (Elton John, Tim Rice, Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Julie Taymor, Hans Zimmer)
1998 DRAMA DESK AWARDS
Outstanding Choreography (Garth Fagan)
Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Julie Taymor)
Outstanding Set Design of a Musical (Richard Hudson)
Outstanding Costume Design (Julie Taymor)
Outstanding Lighting Design (Donald Holder)
Outstanding Sound Design (Tony Meola)
Outstanding Puppet Design (Julie Taymor, Michael Curry)
Nominations
Outstanding New Musical
Outstanding Orchestrations (Robert Elhai, David Metzger, and Bruce Fowle)
Reviews
Customer reviews
1 reviews, average rating: (4.5 Stars)
Jane
Spectacular!
A spectacle of color and amazing choreography. The
costumes and set are amazing. This vibrant and colorful production is perfect for all ages. Will
definitely be paying another visit to the Mandalay!! ... Read more
Tina
AMAZING!!!!
Saw this production at the Benedum in Pittsburgh, Pa....AMAZING SHOW!!! My daughter has been a fan of LK since the original movie was released when she was 2 yrs old (she's now 26) and we couldn't wait to see this...the entire cast is phenomenal!!! The actress that was Rifiki did a fantastic job and young Simba and Nala were amazing actors for being so young. Would have no problem going to see it again and again. ... Read more
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