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The Lion King

The Lion King

Ingeniously adapted from Disney’s classic film, this spectacular production explodes with glorious colours and stunning effects, all set to the enchanting rhythms of Africa. Read more …

With dazzling staging and highly imaginative costumes, masks and puppets, The Lion King uses breathtaking theatrical magic to tell the story of Simba’s epic journey to reclaim his kingdom.

The Lion King is recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, Disney recommends The Lion King for ages 6 and up. Children under the age of 3 will not be admitted into the theatre. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket.

Please note that strobe lighting is used in this show.


The critical consensus

The Lion King could have ended up a grisly franchise – instead, in the capable hands of all involved, it’s looking as fresh as ever.

****(*)Dominic Cavendish, The Telegraph, 07/09/2012

The Lion King features some of Disney's most iconic characters and music, this stage show invites all of those elements to be shown to a whole new audience that does the movie proud.

****(*)Kieran Johnson, WhatsOnStage.com, 04/07/2013

This is without doubt the most lavish show to hit the Playhouse ever and it will be a mighty challenge to follow this in 2014.

*****Gordon Clayton, Edinburgh Guide, 23/10/2013

A show which is payback for parents who have had to sit through countless re-watches of the DVD. A show which has its own spectacular story to tell. And one which will have youngsters in awe.

****(*)Thom Dibdin, All Edinburgh Theatre, 24/10/2013

The Lion King reminded me that, with all the theatrical tools in the world at your disposal, you can still end up saying almost nothing.

Andrew Eaton-Lewis, The Scotsman, 27/10/2013

A distinctly mixed bag.

***(*)(*)Joyce McMillan, 23/10/2013

The use of the whole venue's space was a key innovation that greatly contributes to the audience being part of a wonderful theatrical experience.

Marianne Gunn, The Herald, 23/10/2013

A standing ovation was no less than this production of The Lion King, on its first UK tour, deserved; but the roars of approval had started at the very beginning, when a procession of colourful puppet animals, including a near life-sized elephant, made its elegant way down the aisles and onto the stage.

Alan Morrison, The Herald, 26/10/2013

It is when everybody comes together as an ensemble that The Lion King really flies. The antelope canter, the lionesses leap, the birds flutter and an entire animal kingdom bursts in full voice before our eyes.

****(*)Kelly Apter, The List, 07/11/2013

Almost as stunning on stage today as it was thrilling in the cinema 20 years ago.

****(*)Antony Sammeroff, The Skinny, 12/11/2013


Features about The Lion King

Disney's hugely successful stage version of The Lion King is coming to Scotland...

Kelly Apter, the List, 24/01/2013

Lion King musical launches Edinburgh run

The Scotsman, 29/01/2013

Where and when?

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh from Friday October 11, 2013, until Saturday January 18, 2014. More info: www.edinburghplayhouse.org.uk

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