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The Lion King – West End

Theatre
Lyceum Theatre
Duration
150 minutes
Age Restrictions
6+ years

“The Lion King” is a breathtaking and emotionally powerful production that tells the timeless tale of Simba, a young lion prince who is forced to flee his kingdom after the betrayal of his uncle Scar. The stunning visuals, innovative puppetry, and uplifting score create an immersive and unforgettable theatrical experience.

One of the standout aspects of this production is the acting, which is top-notch across the board. The cast brings depth and complexity to their characters that elevate the story, and the talent on display is awe-inspiring. The direction is also noteworthy, with clever staging and seamless transitions that keep the action moving and the audience engaged.

The production design is another highlight, with elaborate sets, elaborate costumes, and special effects that transport the audience to the African savannah and bring the beloved characters to life. The score, which features classic songs from the original animated film and new compositions, is stirring and adds an extra layer of emotion to the story.

Overall, “The Lion King” is a must-see for theatregoers of all ages. Its love, loss, and redemption themes resonate deeply, and the production is a feast for the senses that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired—highly recommended, book your Lion King tickets today!

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Lion King Tickets

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Which Theatre

Lion King is showing at the Lyceum Theatre at 21 Wellington Street, London WC2E 7RQ.

Any Questions

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Good to Know

Strobe lighting is used several times during the performance.

Age Recommendation

For ages six and above.

Can I Video or Take Photos?

The use of camera and sound recording equipment is strictly prohibited.

Lion King – Reviews

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">WOW Absolutely stunning sensational amazing to watch. Thank you to all from start to finish that performed and had a hand in this Show. It took my breath away with the... read moreAbsolutely stunning sensational amazing to watch. Thank you to all from start to finish that performed and had a hand in this Show. It took my breath away with the beautiful singing voices especially Rafiki simply Wow. Big massive thank you it was a privilege to watch xxx read less 
5/20/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">Perfeitamente emocionante! Perfeito em todos os sentidos, vale cada centavo! Um reencontro gostoso com a infância, emocionante do início ao fim. 
5/11/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">A Must See Took my boyfriend to see this as a christmas present. We loved it, we were both so in awe of the show, everyone was beyond amazing and it's a must see! 
5/10/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_4.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="4 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">Beautiful, however… I went to see this on Saturday with my partner, been wanting to see this for years! Tickets were about £76 and the view was actually pretty decent! The good,... read moreI went to see this on Saturday with my partner, been wanting to see this for years! Tickets were about £76 and the view was actually pretty decent! The good, costumes were stunning, visual effects were good! Rafiki stole the show, amazing voice!! I actually laughed at some of the jokes (Timone and Pumba were funny) The bad, unfortunately, little Simba just could not sing or act, and kept doing a weird jumping stance on the stage which was annoying! Adult Simba, was not the best, week vocals and just didn’t seem to have that ‘lead character appeal’ Also people around us were constantly talking and a kid behind us kept kicking the chair and moaning that he wanted to go home! We had to ask the parent to stop him kicking the chair! I think they should do kid only viewings, cause when you pay that much for a ticket, you should be able to enjoy the show!! Overall, I really liked it, and worth seeing, Tina the musical is still number one though:) read less 
5/08/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">THE spectacle à ne surtout pas rater 4ème fois que je vais le voir (2ème à Londres) c'est une expérience tellement magnifique ! Costumes, musiques, chorégraphies, chants, tout vraiment tout est extraordinaire ! Il ne faut pas... read more4ème fois que je vais le voir (2ème à Londres) c'est une expérience tellement magnifique ! Costumes, musiques, chorégraphies, chants, tout vraiment tout est extraordinaire ! Il ne faut pas hésiter à y aller. Le prix est peut être un frein, mais c'est LE spectacle à ne pas rater. Pour les grands ... et les petits ... mais sans les petits c'est encore mieux pour apprécier cette fabuleuse expérience. 😉Placement : STALLS R- 27 et 28 (photo) read less 
5/08/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">I’d definitely watch it again. A joy to watch. Best theatre performance I’ve ever watched. Loved every minute of it. We opted for the VIP experience which was a bit if a treat. The show was beyond my expectations. 
4/30/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">Exceptionnel Spectacle époustouflant ! Décors, costumes, chorégraphie, musiques et jeux d'acteur, tout est parfait. 
4/26/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">Lion King Just saw this at the Lyceum in London, fabulous theatre, fabulous cast, show, music and costumes, really can’t fault what we saw. Only thing that let it down was front... read moreJust saw this at the Lyceum in London, fabulous theatre, fabulous cast, show, music and costumes, really can’t fault what we saw. Only thing that let it down was front of house, I like to drink brandy, “we don’t sell brandy” sell everything else but not brandy, “okay then I’ll have coffee please”, “we have no coffee “. For such an iconic venue this area was very poor but didn’t let this detract from the main experience, the show was perfect. read less 
4/22/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_4.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="4 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">The lion king musical - brilliant The views were amazing from the Royal Box . The actors and their singing were really good. The music.....AMAZING. started crying in the first minutei would recommend for families even... read moreThe views were amazing from the Royal Box . The actors and their singing were really good. The music.....AMAZING. started crying in the first minutei would recommend for families even though it is 2hrs and 3o minutes read less 
4/21/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">World class The show is world class. The only thing that I want to change was that I booked 7:30 round and I wish I booked 2:30 pm. Because my 5 year... read moreThe show is world class. The only thing that I want to change was that I booked 7:30 round and I wish I booked 2:30 pm. Because my 5 year old daughter fell as sleep before the half show break. My bad planning. read less 
4/21/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_4.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="4 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">Overall very good! Incredible opening scene and the lady that plays Rafiki steals the show. Costumes, make up and puppetry are amazing. 4 stars as I felt the production of a couple of... read moreIncredible opening scene and the lady that plays Rafiki steals the show. Costumes, make up and puppetry are amazing. 4 stars as I felt the production of a couple of the songs could have been better and the performance/ acting surrounding some of the key moments eg Mufasa/Scar deaths and the transition from young to adult Simba could have had more of an impact.Very glad we went to see it though and enjoyed it overall ! read less 
4/19/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">vraiment magnifique Pas besoin d'etre un enfant ou d'etre en famille pour apprécier la magie que dégage ce spectacle.Tous est beau, la mise en scène, la musique, les chorégraphie et bien sur... read morePas besoin d'etre un enfant ou d'etre en famille pour apprécier la magie que dégage ce spectacle.Tous est beau, la mise en scène, la musique, les chorégraphie et bien sur les costume.n'hesitez pas, allez y read less 
4/18/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_4.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="4 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">AVOID THE MATINEE IF YOU CAN I waited and looked for cheap tickets but it was never going to happen so eventually I just paid the astronomical sums and took a ten-year-old to see this during... read moreI waited and looked for cheap tickets but it was never going to happen so eventually I just paid the astronomical sums and took a ten-year-old to see this during the Easter break. We went to the matinee. Had seats in the stalls. V expensive! Also paid an additional £1 for the booster seat, as previous experience with children has taught me they really need this especially in the stalls.The show was fabulous. The puppetry and costumes are just splendid! There is an entrance of the animals through the stalls and up to the stage so that was extra special to see some of the workings close up and in detail. The singing was okay. The dancing is okay. The show has been on long enough for the performance to be totally fine-tuned and the performers were clearly on the mark. I know they worked hard.The area was clean. The restrooms are clean and loads of ushers are all polite and helpful.As this was a matinee in the school holidays it was packed with children. I felt it was treated like a panto. Audience responding whether encouraged to or not. Although children under four are discouraged from attending there were several tiny babes in arms present, one in front of us who required to leave the seat with the adult frequently and it took ages for the great big hulk of a parent to sit down when they returned to the seats. Annoying! Popcorn was everywhere including the floor, and the smell nauseating!My 10 y.o guest enjoyed the performance but said they found the audience noisy. read less 
4/17/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">Absolutly amazing. What a show! The best we've ever seen.Running since 1999 and the theater was packed. A great experience for all the family.Highly recommended. 
4/17/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">Booking to go back - was amazing! Absolutely amazing!! It may not be the drama of Phantom etc but this show was breathtaking. The set design was brilliant, the costumes were so unique and the music was... read moreAbsolutely amazing!! It may not be the drama of Phantom etc but this show was breathtaking. The set design was brilliant, the costumes were so unique and the music was beautiful - I cried one minute in!Would definitely go and see again because I want to share the experience with more family members.We were seated at the very back but could still see everything, highly recommend read less 
4/15/2023

<img src="https://b1515355.smushcdn.com/1515355/wp-content/plugins/wp-review-slider-pro/public/partials/imgs/tripadvisor_stars_5.png?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1" alt="5 star rating" class="wprevpro_t1_star_img_file">The King of all Shows BIG Disney and Musical fan, and the Lion King musical did not dissapoint. The costumes are OUT OF THIS WORLD, the songs make you want to sing&dance along, and through... read moreBIG Disney and Musical fan, and the Lion King musical did not dissapoint. The costumes are OUT OF THIS WORLD, the songs make you want to sing&dance along, and through out the show you get the feeling that the entire theater is coming alive. Paid 250€ all together for 2 tickets, and Id do it again 10 times over. The show has been on for 25 years, and it shows why. Its EASILY one of THE best shows Ive ever seen. Makes you emotional and its DEF. worth the money. A true must see for every Disney, animal lover, and a show-watcher regular. read less 
4/11/2023

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Cast and Creative

Cast

George Asprey – Scar
Shaun Escoffery – Mufasa
Thenjiwe Thendiva Nofemele – Rafiki
Gary Jordan – Zazu
Jamie McGregor – Timon
Mark Roper – Pumbaa
Kayi Ushe – Simba
Janique Charles – Nala
Meloné M’kenzy – Shenzi
David Blake – Banzai
Phil Adèle – Ed
Oliver Dunkley – Young Simba
Isabelle Dawodu – Young Nala
Tia-Love Fenty – Young Nala
Tega Oduko – Young Nala
Chanai Owusu-Ansah – Young Nala

Creative

Julie Taymor – Director, costume designer, mask/puppet co-design, additional lyrics
Elton John – Music
Tim Rice – Lyrics
Lebo M – Additional music and lyrics, additional vocal score, vocal arrangements, choral director
Mark Mancina – Additional music and lyrics, music produced for the stage, additional score
Irene Mecchi – Book

The Lion King – West End

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