Julie Taymor's acclaimed staging of the Disney animated film has been hailed as a Broadway landmark. The story focuses on a young lion cub's personal journey toward his destiny as king.
Synopsis: The Lion King tells the story of the epic adventures of a young lion cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destined role as king.
Show Dates:
Performances from 15 Oct 1997
Opening 13 Nov 1997
Closing Open-Ended
Performance Schedule:
Tuesday and Wednesday @7pm
Thursday and Friday @8pm
Saturday @2 and 8pm
Sunday @1 and 6:30 pm
Beginning February 21: Tuesday @7pm
Wednesday - Saturday @8pm
Wednesday and Saturday @2pm
Sunday @3pm
Show Run Time:
Two hours, 40 minutes with one intermission
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Theatre Information:
Minskoff Theatre
200 West 45th Street
New York, NY 10036
US
Public Transportation:
Take the N,Q,R,W or 1,2,3 to 42nd St., walk North on Broadway to 45th St. and walk West on 45th St. to the theatre
OR
Take the A,C,E to 42nd St., walk North on Eighth Avenue to 45th St. and walk East on 45th St. to the theatre
Parking:
Champion Parking On West 45
251 West 45th Street
New York, NY 10036
212-819-1866
Icon Parking Systems
164 West 46th Street
New York, NY 10036
212-997-9115
Miscellaneous:
• Infrared Listening System Available.
• Cast recording available through Walt Disney Records.
• Box office open Monday-Saturday 10-8; Sunday 11-7.
Production Credits:
Julie Taymor (Director, Puppet/Mask/Costume Design)
Garth Fagan (Choreographer)
Richard Hudson (Set Design)
Michael Curry (Puppet and Mask Design)
Donald Holder (Lighting Design)
Hans Zimmer (Additional Music)
Lebo M (Additional Music)
Mark Mancina (Additional Music)
Jay Rifkin (Additional Music)
Other Credits:
Lyrics by: Tim Rice Music by: Elton John Book by: Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi
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