The Lion King (Broadway) NYC Reviews and Tickets

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(13447 Ratings)

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Members say

Entertaining, Enchanting, Great staging, Delightful, Must see

About the Show

Puppets and live actors create a magical world to tell the story of Simba's rise to the throne.

The worldwide sensation and winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Direction and Best Costumes by Julie Taymor, is based on the beloved 1994 animated Disney movie. Simba will someday inherit the throne of the Pridelands, but he isn't quite ready. When his devious Uncle Scar murders King Mufasa, Simba flees to escape his guilt. Time and new friends keep Simba company until his past comes back to remind him of his rightful place.

The music is by international superstar Elton John with lyrics by Tim Rice. The score includes 'Can You Feel The Love Tonight' and 'Circle of Life.'

The musical is the third-longest-running show on Broadway - and the eighth longest-running show in the West End - and is notable for director Julie Taymor's concept which incorporates puppets to bring the animals to life.

Show-Score Member Reviews (12,671)

Must see, Masterful, Great staging, Stunning, Great costumes

See it if you want to be blown away by the tony winning musical that has stellar puppetry performances.

Don't see it if you don't like big musicals or Disney. Read more

Entertaining, Must see, Riveting

See it if You enjoyed the movie or if you like big musical productions. Great for the whole family and Disney lovers.

Don't see it if You’re not a fan of Disney productions

Clever, Enchanting, Great staging, Must see, Ambitious

See it if If you love creativity and imagination beyond your wildest expectations. If you loved the animated "Lion King", you'll love this!

Don't see it if You cannot use your imagination to enjoy the massive puppetry that is used.

Masterful, Epic, Dizzying, Enchanting, Ambitious

See it if You want to be wowed by big budget Broadway and a classic that has earned its hype.

Don't see it if You like deeper, more thought-provoking theatre, or musicals.

Enchanting, Entertaining, Epic, Masterful, Riveting

See it if You enjoy the Disney film; if you seek a musical spectacle with heart; if you wish to see a show with beautiful staging and sets/costumes

Don't see it if You don't like Disney musicals; if you seek intimate, ensemble-driven musicals

Entertaining, Great singing, Great staging, Masterful, Riveting

See it if You like a big broadway hit that doesn't sacrifice richness for spectacle (it has both)!

Don't see it if You don't musicals.

Absorbing, Enchanting, Entertaining, Great staging, Must see

See it if You want to experience all the splendor or a true Broadway over the top musical with fantastic costumes.

Don't see it if You have little kids who may be scared of some of the scenes. Or if you want a serious show tackling big issues

Absorbing, Enchanting, Exquisite, Delightful

See it if You like fantasy, you want to feel like you are on a safari, you love the Disney movie, you want a family friendly play.

Don't see it if I think everyone would enjoy this.

Critic Reviews (26)

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