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The Lion King

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More than 110 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:

In the Pride Lands of Africa, a young lion named Simba becomes heir to the kingdom, but flees his home when tragedy falls on his family. After years in exile, he decides to return and fight to take his rightful place in the Circle of Life.



SCHEDULE:
June 17–22: Tuesday @7pm, Wednesday @2pm and 7pm, Friday @2pm and 8pm, Saturday @2pm and 8pm, Sunday @3pm

June 24–29: Tuesday @7pm, Wednesday @2pm and 7pm, Thursday @7pm, Friday @7pm, Saturday @2pm and 8pm, Sunday @3pm

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Music Hall at Fair Park
Dallas, TX
Jun 4–Jul 3 2025
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  • Leanne Antonio
    Leanne Antonio
    Ensemble Singer
    (Replacement)
    Lioness/Hyena Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
  • Lindiwe Dlamini
    Lindiwe Dlamini
    Ensemble Singer
    (Replacement)
    Lioness/Hyena Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
  • Bongi Duma
    Bongi Duma
    Ensemble Singer
    (Replacement)
    Simba Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
    "One by One" Vocals
    (Replacement)
    "One by One" Dance
    (Replacement)
    Lioness/Hyena Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
  • Daniel Harder
    Daniel Harder
    Ensemble Dancer
    (Replacement)
    Stilt Giraffe Cross
    (Replacement)
  • Michael Alexander Henry
    Michael Alexander Henry
    Ensemble Singer
    (Replacement)
    Giraffe Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
    Scar Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
  • Daphne Marcelle Lee
    Daphne Marcelle Lee
    Ensemble Dancer
    (Replacement)
    Cheetah
    (Replacement)
    Nala Pole Puppet
    (Replacement)
  • Mduduzi Madela
    Mduduzi Madela
    Ensemble Singer
    (Replacement)
    "Circle of Life" Vocals
    (Replacement)
    Giraffe Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
    Scar Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
  • Ray Mercer
    Ray Mercer
    Ensemble Dancer
    (Replacement)
    Acrobatic Trickster
    (Replacement)
  • Kyle Lamar Mitchell
    Kyle Lamar Mitchell
    Ensemble Singer
    (Replacement)
    Mouse Shadow Puppet
    (Replacement)
    Simba Shadow Puppet
    (Replacement)
  • S'bu Ngema
    S'bu Ngema
    Ensemble Singer
    (Replacement)
    "Circle of Life" Vocals
    (Replacement)
    Lioness Chant Vocals
    (Replacement)
    Simba Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
    "One by One" Dance
    (Replacement)
  • Nhlanhla Ngobeni
    Nhlanhla Ngobeni
    Ensemble Singer
    (Replacement)
    Scar Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
    "One by One" Dance
    (Replacement)
  • Kaylin Seckel
    Kaylin Seckel
    Ensemble Singer
    (Replacement)
    Lioness/Hyena Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
  • Marcus Williams
    Marcus Williams
    Ensemble Dancer
    (Replacement)
    Guinea Fowl
    (Replacement)
    Pumbaa Pole Puppet
    (Replacement)
  • Phindi Wilson
    Phindi Wilson
    Ensemble Singer
    (Replacement)
    Lioness/Hyena Shadow Puppets
    (Replacement)
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  • Lebo M
    Lebo M
    Ensemble Singer
    (Original)
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  • Lebo M
    Lebo M
    Additional Music & Lyrics
    Additional Vocal Score
    Vocal Arrangements
  • Mark Mancina
    Mark Mancina
    Additional Music & Lyrics
    Additional Score
    Music Produced for the Stage by
  • Julie Taymor
    Julie Taymor
    Additional Music & Lyrics
    Director
    Costume Design
    Mask & Puppet Design
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Pro Info

  • First Preview
    Oct 15 1997
  • Opening Date
    Nov 13 1997
  • Closing Date
    Currently Running
  • Previews
    33 as of Jun 08, 2025
  • Performances
    10,860 as of Jun 08, 2025

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The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
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The Lion King - Opening Night
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The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
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The Lion King - Opening Night
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The Lion King - Opening Night
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The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night
The Lion King - Opening Night

Awards

Drama Desk Award
1998 Outstanding Puppet Design Winner
1998 Outstanding Musical Nominee
1998 Outstanding Orchestrations Nominee
1998 Outstanding Choreography Winner
1998 Outstanding Director of a Musical Winner
1998 Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Winner
1998 Outstanding Lighting Design Winner
1998 Outstanding Set Design for a Musical Winner
1998 Outstanding Sound Design Winner
1998 Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Nominee
1998 Outstanding Costume Design Winner
1998 Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Nominee
Drama League
1998 Distinguished Production of a Musical Nominee
New York Drama Critics' Circle
1998 Best Musical Winner
Outer Critics Circle
1998 Outstanding Set Design Winner
1998 Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Winner
1998 Outstanding Lighting Design Winner
1998 Outstanding New Broadway Musical Nominee
1998 Outstanding Choreography Winner
1998 Outstanding Costume Design Winner
1998 Outstanding Director of a Musical Winner
Theatre World Awards
1998 Theatre World Award Winner
Tony Award
1998 Musical Winner
1998 Best Orchestrations Nominee
1998 Best Original Score Nominee
1998 Scenic Design (Play or Musical) Winner
1998 Best Book of a Musical Nominee
1998 Best Choreography Winner
1998 Costume Design (Play or Musical) Winner
1998 Best Direction of a Musical Winner
1998 Best Featured Actor in a Musical Nominee
1998 Best Featured Actress in a Musical Nominee

QUICK STATS

(as of Jun 8, 2025) Total Current Gross: $2,074,565,996.67 Highest Weekly Gross: $4,316,629.00 (Week Ending Dec 31, 2023)   Average Ticket Price: $114.09 Average % Capacity: 97.50%

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
Jun 8, 2025 2 $2,002,467.75 -$6,270.25 $149.65 $229.00 13,381 1,696 8 0 98.62% -0.24%
Jun 1, 2025 1 $2,008,738.00 -$46,483.50 $149.75 $225.00 13,414 1,696 8 0 98.86% 0.16%
May 25, 2025 53 $2,055,221.50 $252,384.75 $153.47 $237.00 13,392 1,696 8 0 98.70% 3.44%
May 18, 2025 52 $1,802,836.75 $6,976.80 $139.48 $209.00 12,925 1,696 8 0 95.26% 1.66%
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