The Lion King
Broadway
Musical
Original
The Lion King
Broadway
Musical
Original
More than 70 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage. Winner of 6 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and based on the beloved 1994 Disney film, The Lion King brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals.
SYNOPSIS: Lion cub prince Simba grows up in the African heartland until tragedy forces him to run away. He ultimately learns to take his rightful place in the animal kingdom, in this musical version of the Disney animated film.
Performances are scheduled to resume September 14, 2021.
SYNOPSIS: Lion cub prince Simba grows up in the African heartland until tragedy forces him to run away. He ultimately learns to take his rightful place in the animal kingdom, in this musical version of the Disney animated film.
Performances are scheduled to resume September 14, 2021.
- Running Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes with one intermission
- Music: Elton John
- Book: Irene Mecchi, Roger Allers
- Lyrics: Tim Rice
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Mufasa
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Zazu
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Rafiki
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Timon
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Scar
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Mufasa
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Zazu
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Rafiki
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Timon
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Awards
| Drama Desk Award | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Outstanding Choreography | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Costume Design | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Director of a Musical | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Nominee | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Nominee | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Lighting Design | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Musical | Nominee | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Orchestrations | Nominee | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Puppet Design | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Set Design for a Musical | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Sound Design | Winner |
| Drama League | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Distinguished Production of a Musical | Nominee |
| New York Drama Critics' Circle | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Best Musical | Winner |
| Outer Critics Circle | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Outstanding Choreography | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Costume Design | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Director of a Musical | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Lighting Design | Winner | |
| 1998 | Outstanding New Broadway Musical | Nominee | |
| 1998 | Outstanding Set Design | Winner |
| Theatre World Awards | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Theatre World Award | Winner |
| Tony Award | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Best Book of a Musical | Nominee | |
| 1998 | Best Choreography | Winner | |
| 1998 | Best Direction of a Musical | Winner | |
| 1998 | Best Featured Actor in a Musical | Nominee | |
| 1998 | Best Featured Actress in a Musical | Nominee | |
| 1998 | Best Orchestrations | Nominee | |
| 1998 | Best Original Score | Nominee | |
| 1998 | Costume Design (Play or Musical) | Winner | |
| 1998 | Lighting Design (Play or Musical) | Winner | |
| 1998 | Musical | Winner | |
| 1998 | Scenic Design (Play or Musical) | Winner |
QUICK STATS
(as of Mar 8, 2020)
Total Current Gross: $1,681,576,084
Highest Weekly Gross: $3,696,974 (Week Ending Dec 30, 2018)
Average Ticket Price: $107.24
Average % Capacity: 97.68%
Grosses
| Week Ending | Week Number | This Week Gross Potential Gross | Diff $ | Avg Ticket Top Ticket | Seats Sold Seats in Theatre | Perfs Previews | % Cap This Week | Diff % cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 8, 2020 | 41 | $1,186,505.00 $2,212,053.00 | -$228,088.50 | $99.05 $237.00 | 11979 1696 | 8 0 | 88.29% | -3.04% |
| Mar 1, 2020 | 40 | $1,414,593.50 $2,062,121.00 | -$426,523.50 | $114.16 $237.00 | 12391 1696 | 8 0 | 91.33% | -5.21% |
| Feb 23, 2020 | 39 | $1,841,117.00 $2,026,704.00 | $167,625.00 | $140.55 $225.00 | 13099 1696 | 8 0 | 96.54% | 2.32% |
| Feb 16, 2020 | 38 | $1,673,492.00 $2,154,298.00 | $254,286.00 | $130.91 $225.00 | 12784 1696 | 8 0 | 94.22% | 0.11% |
Shows That Opened That Season: 1997-1998
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