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)

100

Entertaining, Enchanting, Delightful, Clever, Absorbing

See it if you want to be thoroughly immersed in the world or love big flashy musicals.

Don't see it if it's a must see!

100

Great staging, Great singing, Riveting, Must see

See it if You love the story. Beautifully staged and so engaging. Loved the singing and dancing. Just magical.

Don't see it if You don't like musicals. Otherwise, it's just wonderful.

100

Great staging, Great singing, Great acting, Entertaining, Enchanting

See it if you want to see a great musical! Great for kids and everyone!

Don't see it if you are not a fan of musicals or Disney movies.

100

Must see, Great singing, Enchanting, Entertaining, Absorbing

See it if you like the lion king, if you want to see an amazing show on broadway with amazing singers, dancers, costumes...

Don't see it if You don't like The lion King

100

Clever, Must see, Great staging, Great singing, Enchanting

See it if See this show if you LOVE the wizard of Oz or just want to be a kid again! This show transforms your mind into the unknown.

Don't see it if you don't like set changes, and different costume changes throughout the show.

100

Masterful, Enchanting, Ambitious

See it if if you want to see amazing puppets. It is truly amazing to see what they are able to do and all the animals they are able to portray.

Don't see it if If you don't like disney or the original movie.

100

Must see, Great staging, Great singing, Enchanting, Absorbing

See it if The story, music, creative movement, and the production are top-shelf. This show is great a wide range of people.

Don't see it if You don't care about musical productions.

100

Enchanting

See it if spectacular creativity. Beautiful music. Just a feast for the eyes and ears. Loved every second of it.

Don't see it if I think anyone who enjoys musicals will love it

Critic Reviews (26)

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