- Where?
- Lyceum Theatre, 21 Wellington Street, Covent Garden
- When?
- 29th July 2021 to 19th October 2024
- 7.30 PM (Tue-Sat)
- 2.30 PM matinees (Wed, Sat-Sun)
- Running time?
- 2 hours 30 mins, with interval
- Price?
- From £46
- Note: This show is recommended for children aged 6 and above
- Parking:
- Nearby car parks
- Buses:
- 9, 13, 23
- Bus fares
- Trains:
- The closest station is Covent Garden Piccadilly
- Other nearby stations: Charing Cross, Embankment, Holborn and Temple
- Train fares
Based on Disney's Oscar-winning movie The Lion King, the show follows the story of the young cub Simba as he turns from a wide-eyed youngster into the King of the Pridelands.
When his mighty father is betrayed by his power-hungry brother Scar, the young Simba is forced to flee into the Serengeti Plains where he meets Timon and Pumbaa.
With the help of his new friends, and his newfound courage fuelled by his father's wisdom, Simba returns to free his people from Scar's tyranny and take his place at the top of Pride Rock.
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Based on Disney's Oscar-winning movie
The Lion King became an instant classic when it was released in 1994, picking up two Oscars and a Golden Globe for 'Best Motion Picture (Musical or Comedy)' -- only the second-ever animation to take home that prestigious prize.
The success continued when Julie Taymor transferred it to the Broadway stage, quickly picking up another Tony Award and eight Olivier nominations.
Award-winning puppetry and special effects
The show's ingenious use of large puppets, wonderfully colourful sets and special effects brings the African animals to life.
Giant giraffes strut across the stage, graceful gazelles leap into the air, and beautiful birds swoop up and down the aisles, transporting the audience into the heart of the Serengeti.
Songs by Elton John and Tim Rice
Elton John's songs from the film all make an appearance -- including the Oscar-winning Can You Feel The Love Tonight.
What the theatre critics say...
Daily Mail: "One of the most joyous and spectacular musicals in years!"; Evening Standard: "It lights up the West End with a blaze of fabulous imagination"; Sunday Telegraph: "An undisputable triumph... superlative entertainment; puts most other mega-musicals in the shade"; Sunday Times: "This is a wonderful, wonderful musical: thrilling, warm-hearted, inventive and original... The Lion King will touch a deep chord in everybody"; Daily Telegraph: "This deeply felt celebration of life feels as fresh and soul-stirring as ever"
The Lion King Cast & Creatives
Director: Julie Taymor; Written by: Roger Allers, Irene Mecchi; Cast: George Asprey, Shaun Escoffery, Thenjiwe Thendiva Nofemele, Gary Jordan, Jamie McGregor, Mark Roper, Owen Chaponda, Merryl Ansah, Rhiane Drummond, Jorell Coiffic-Kamall, Mark Tatham, Emrys Zeph Adamah, Xavier Joshua Beharry, Theo Querico, Carmelo Ivan Seruw-Pedroso, Mia-Nicole Alexander, Divine Cole, Isabelle Dawodu, Amber Koduah-Hutchison; Music and lyrics: Elton John, Tim Rice, Lebo M, Mark Mancina
Your comments and questions
SHolmes I loved this show so much and everything was fantastic, from the costumes and dances to the acting and singing. It is a really exciting show and you know it from the moment all the animals charge down the aisles beside you up onto the stage, like a jungle stampede! My daughter literally jumped out of her skin because the actors don't just have animal costumes on, like you would imagine, with their faces where the animal faces would be, but they actually have huge theatrical giant heads - a bit hard to explain, but it works! Such a wonderful show
Blaine What is best walking route from Covent Garden station to the Lyceum?
Staff I would walk down James street and then straight through the middle of the piazza. Come out the other side and go left down Tavistock Court and Tavistock Street, into Wellington Street. It only takes about 10 mins. But if you want a proper walk (half hour walk, to see a few more sights) then go down Long Acre instead and keep going till you get to Leicester Square. Leave it via Irving Street and walk to Trafalgar Square, then go along the Strand till you get to the Lyceum.