The Lion King

Few West End musicals match Disney's The Lion King for its visual drama. The breathtaking stage sets that burst into life with imagery and clever lighting, are only surpassed by the spectacular costumes that splash colour around the stage. The actors leap and whirl, using their costumes to tell a compelling story, driven along by a score of powerful songs from Elton John and Tim Rice. Without a doubt, this is an epic musical that captures the imagination, and thrills adults and children alike. Set against the magic of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney?s multi-award winning musical will redefine your theatre expectations The Broadway production has already won 24 major trophies including six Tonys - including one for Taymor, who became the first woman to win the Best Director of a Musical award. As part of the production's annual reshuffle of its line-up of performers, 13 new cast members have joined, including new actors in the lead roles of Mufasa, Simba and Scar. Mufasa will be played by Shaun Escoffery, who received an Olivier Award nomination for his part in Parade and has also appeared in Les Miserables and Tommy. George Asprey, who recently played Billy Flynn in the UK tour of Chicago, will fill the role of Scar and Gloria Onitiri will return as Nala, having previously appeared in the show in 2002. Running at The Lyceum Theatre 21 Wellington Street, London, WC2E 7RQ located in London?s West End, on Wellington Street near Covent Garden. Seats 2000. The Lion King is suitable for children aged over 5. Children under 3 years of age will not be admitted into the Lyceum Theatre. Customers should also be aware that strobe lighting is used several times during the performance. Nearest Underground station Covent Garden/Charing Cross. Nearest Train is Charing Cross.