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)

Great acting, Exquisite, Entertaining, Enchanting, Absorbing

See it if you watched the Lion King growing up!

Don't see it if you are not a lion king fan.

Entertaining, Enchanting, Delightful, Clever, Absorbing

See it if Fun fun show for people of all ages

Don't see it if You like plays over musicals

Entertaining, Great staging, Riveting, Masterful, Exquisite

See it if you want to see a beautiful show that is as gorgeous as it is to listen too. The staging and costumes are incredible. So worth seeing.

Don't see it if you are expecting to see the classical Lion King from when you are growing up. There are additional songs. Some are dark but worth seeing.

Funny, Great singing, Great staging, Entertaining, Clever

See it if You enjoy the wizard of oz. provides a great backstory of the witch

Don't see it if You want to continue accept the witch as wicked.

Clever, Entertaining, Funny, Great singing, Great dancing

See it if you have never seen a Broadway show. Very entertaining for all ages, great plot and execution. Truly an easy show to watch, great for kids!

Don't see it if go see it!