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The Lion King, Disney, UK tour, opening night September 6 2012 at the Hippodrome, Bristol cast: Nicholas Nkuna (Simba), Carole Stennett (Nala), Cleveland Cathnott (Mufasa), Stephen Carlile (Scar), Gugwana Diamini (Rafiki), Meilyr Sion (Zazu), John Hasler (Timon), Mark Roper (Pumbaa), Daniel Norford (Banzai), Gbemisola Ikumelo (Shenzi), Philip Oakland (Ed)
Disney's The Lion King US North American Tour, Rafiki Tour opening night October 26 2017 at the Landmark Theatre, Syracuse cast: Gerald Caesar (Simba), Nia Holloway (Nala), Gerald Ramsey (Mufasa), Mark Campbell (Scar), Buyi Zama (Rafiki), Greg Jackson (Zazu), Nick Cordileone (Timon), Ben Lipitz (Pumbaa), Keith Bennett (Banzai), Martina Sykes (Shenzi), Robbie Swift (Ed)

The Story

Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. More than 100 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 six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, 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. The Lion King also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like The Lion King.

Reviews

"There is simply nothing else like it."
The New York Times
"A perfect marriage of entertainment and art."
New York Daily News
"A feast for the eyes and ears."
WWOR-TV