The Lion King

A stage musical adapted from Disney's animated film, following the young lion Simba on his path to becoming ruler of the Pridelands. It is staged at the Lyceum Theatre London.

The Lion King is a stage musical based on Disney's animated film. It follows Simba from a curious, adventurous cub into a grown lion who must fight for his rightful throne in the Pridelands, confronting his feelings of unworthiness and the uncle who has taken his position. The story unfolds on the Serengeti Plains, with a score shaped by African rhythms.

Julie Taymor directs the production, which combines vivid colours, striking effects and music in a staging designed to hold the attention of audiences of every age. The show is pitched at families as well as older theatregoers who want a large-scale musical.

The production is staged at the Lyceum Theatre London. On Broadway it won six Tony Awards, among them Best Musical and Best Direction of a Musical, and it has since been seen in London as well.