The Lion King is a MUST see for every Disney loving Broadway fan. It is one of the most beautiful, awe-inspiring musicals around. I saw this show many years ago, and I recently got to visit again, this time bringing my family along. I couldn't wait for my kids to see it. It was my son's first Broadway show and he was absolutely mesmerized. I made sure to get Orchestra aisle seats so we could see the animals making their way down to the stage for the Circle of Life and for other parts of the show. We were sitting right where the enormous elephant comes down and it was incredible to see. Speaking of the Circle of Life, it gets me SO emotional every time! I grew up loving The Lion King and this show just does it so much justice. The production value is to die for. The lighting, the scenery, the way they play with perspective. It's just all so amazing. And the singing? And the acting? I can just go on and on. I also love how they added "They Live in You" into this production, along with "Shadowland" and "Endless Night." It is so touching and moving. It's a great show to take your children to. I know it can be pricey, and there never really is a good deal per se, but if you are able to swing it and get tickets, you won't be sorry you did. read more

Ahhhhh, The Lion King. A Broadway mainstay, an award winning musical, stage sets that will leave you in awe, and the #1 grossing musical of all time (8+ billion and counting). My favorite character will always be Scar (Gavin Lee). His performance is captivating, ornery, and theatrical genius. The ingenuity that goes into this production is something to behold. How this story encompasses every emotion is spellbinding and leaves you wanting to enjoy it, again and again. read more

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The Lion King on Broadway: A three-hour emotional rollercoaster where you'll willingly weep over a man on stilts pretending to be a giraffe. ​The Highlights: ​The Opening: "The Circle of Life" starts, an elephant walks past your seat, and you suddenly realize your $300 ticket was actually a donation to the Church of Puppet Majesty. You will bow to the sun. It's not a choice; it's instinct. ​The Villain: Scar has the vibe of a disgruntled HR manager who's had it with the corporate retreat. He's sassy, he's bitter, and he's the only one dressed for a gothic gala. ​The Emotional Whiplash: One minute you're mourning a regicide, the next a meerkat is doing a vaudeville routine about eating bugs. It's a lot for the human psyche to process. ​Pro-Tip: If you sit on the aisle, be prepared for a giant bird to flap in your personal space. If you sit in the back, you'll spend the night wondering if that's a lion or a very athletic rug. ​Final Verdict: 10/10. It's the most expensive, most beautiful zoo visit you'll ever have where nothing actually smells like a tiger. read more

The Lion King - Performing Arts Near Me - New York, New York

This was our first time going to see The Lion King Broadway. We have been wanted to watch it for a long time. I decided to just go for it. The prices that I bought were reasonable, though it can be expensive depending where you want to sit. We sat all the way in the back which was okay. The theater wasn't too big or small; it was decent size.. They had securities that you have to pass through when you enter the building. It was organized more or less. The show was amazing. The music, costumes, and stage were beautiful. I bought some merchandise (catalog, magnet, tote bag, and shot glass) -- I love them! I highly recommended for those who want to go see. It is worth watching. read more

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One of my favorite Disney movies as a child was the Lion King. Seeing the broadway show was amazing. The acting and singing is top tier. This is one of the longest running show for good reason. I've been to a few different theaters and seen different broadway shows, but this is my favorite to date. I'm happy to be adding the Lion King playbill to my collection. read more

The Lion King - Performing Arts Near Me - New York, New York

This was a great show! The beginning caught me by surprise. But the show was also not what I was expecting. It was interesting, but I'm not sure if I will plan to go again. read more

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My wife planned the perfect New York trip and worked hard to get excellent seats to the Lion King. The show was brilliant and much better than I expected or anticipated. The cast was excellent, the acting was amazing, and the music was nostalgic and new as there were songs not heard before but blended in perfectly. The seats are comfortable and the entire show was enjoyed from start to finish. 5 stars easily and two thumbs up! read more

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Loved everything about this show!! The cast did an amazing job telling the show of the Lion King. The composer and music team did a wonderful job with the sounds. Would watch this show again. read more

The Lion King - Performing Arts Near Me - New York, New York

Truly -- aside from Hamilton, this is the best Broadway show I've ever seen. I cried, laughed, and felt overwhelming joy all in one performance. Every element was stunning: the music, costumes, choreography, and storytelling were absolutely beautiful from beginning to end. Seeing The Lion King with my daughter made it even more special. It's a moment I'll forever be grateful for -- one of those core memories you carry with you. If you're in New York, I highly recommend experiencing this show. It's powerful, emotional, and unforgettable. read more

"It's the Circle of Standing Ovations!" If you only see one Broadway show in your life, make it The Lion King. From the moment Rafiki belts out the opening Zulu chant, I had full-body chills--and they didn't stop for two hours straight. The costumes? Literal moving art. The stage design? Wildly imaginative. The talent? So powerful, I forgot these weren't actual lions and warthogs talking to each other. The entrance sets the tone: that massive, majestic lion sculpture on the red wall lets you know you're about to enter Pride Rock. The music? Pure magic. Mufasa's presence felt regal, Scar was delightfully evil, and Timon and Pumbaa stole the entire show with their comedy and heart. And don't even get me started on "Circle of Life" -- it hits different when animals are walking through the aisles beside you. The cast got a roaring standing ovation (rightfully so), and honestly, I would've clapped with my feet too if I could. Broadway perfection. Pro tip: Show up early. You'll want time to soak in the atmosphere before the stampede of talent hits you. read more

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There are truly no words to describe this performance . I had such an amazing time. This was my first broadway performance and it didn't disappoint . The opening scene was magical and I truly felt myself getting emotional when all of the performers came out. They are skilled and beautiful . Every dance and song is precise and wonderfully executed. I loved the original songs performed but I also loved the theatrics . The play sticks to the original story of the lion king with a bit of originality. There were times of laughter , tears and just awe. I definitely have to thank my aunt for this experience . It was unforgettable . read more

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Orchestra seats are the way to go to immerse yourself in this Broadway hit! Absolutely stunning performance and amazing theatrics and cast! They serve alcoholic beverages and snacks! Seating is tight and it gets warm so dress light! Worth every dime! Very kid friendly as well! read more

Celebrate my daughter's birthday with Lion King. Ever lasting one of the best show in the business for family. The staging, the musical, the interaction between the performer and the audience make well example to have a Broadway show theatrical experience. Only minor point, the show should prohibited baby under 5 years old as time to time crying on the background spoiled the mood & disrespectful to others. Highly recommended read more

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This is an incredible show, a true classic and I have seen it multiple times in different locations. Could not praise this enough! It is amazing how they mimic the animal movements with the puppetry. read more

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The Lion King on Broadway is a visually stunning and unforgettable experience. The music, costumes, and puppetry are breathtaking, bringing the story to life in a magical way. A must-see for all ages! Just amazing! read more

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Unforgettable show Amazing sons, dances, I recommend it I had the best time of my life read more

As always Disney is a magical experience and worth a trip into the city . The performance were everything I wanted and great pre birthday treat . There's a reason why it's been on Broadway for so long . read more

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This was a bucket list broadway show that I've always wanted to see. My husband got us tickets as my Christmas gift. He saw it 10 years back with his family and they thought it was ok, but not great. I came in with high expectations, since ive seen certain parts of the show performed live in CA and in NYC and the circle of life performance always moved me. The show was very much in line with the movie down to the same lines, that in the beginning of the show I wondered if I was too old for this show now. The circle of life performance didn't feel as powerful as I've seen it performed elsewhere. There were certain points where the dancers didn't seem to be in line with each other. The second half of the performance, specially the shadowland performance was moving, the actress pearl khwezi gave a powerful performance that made the show. The majority of the cast sounded exactly like the characters in the movie. The theatre is beautiful and majestic and gets you pumped to see the show. This was a bucket list activity that I was glad I was able to check off. read more

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Overdue rating here, went to NY back in August of last year with my daughter and 2 grandsons (ages 10 and 11). This was the first show for the grandsons so was curious on how they would react - they loved it! The music, theatrics, dancers were outstanding. Every moment I was captured! The only negative part was some parents not controlling their kids (loud talking and crying), but ... still enjoyed the show! read more

I'm not the type of person to watch a movie multiple times, but I would pay to come & watch this show again, so that says a lot. First off, I think that every seat is a good seat, which is important to know. Secondly, the show itself is very captivating, to the point that you stop noticing that the animals have handlers & you begin to feel like these folks in amazing costume & makeup aren't even there, because it's all about the animals. The sets are unreal, so the artistic talent is very much there. Besides this being an AMAZING SHOW that'll give you the chills, the manner in which this place is run makes it such a pleasant experience. stadiums & venues that host concerts & other broadway shows have a thing or 2 to learn from whoever is running this place. It is extremely organized & efficient beyond words. The staff is also wonderful (especially richie, who escorted us up in the elevator with our baby). From the folks outside helping to organize the million people trying to get inside to the hosts, bartenders and bathroom attendants. You will buy drinks, get to your seat & go to the restroom & at no point will you wait any longer than 2 minutes for any of these things. BRAVO! I met some people who were repeat attendees & now i know why. Truly an overall lovely experience for the entire family, as we joined with a baby, 5 year old & family members spanning from 30s-70s. A+ read more

The Lion King - Performing Arts Near Me - New York, New York

There's a lottery you can enter for cheaper tickets. I've been entering that for several months and finally won. This is the largest theater I've ever been to, you. Go up flight of stairs to get to orchestra level. The nostalgia, the songs, the story is all pretty true to the movie. But the real gem and stand out of this musical is the costumes, scenery, puppetry. This is my first Disney musical and there were so many kids around - lots of talking during the show - but just embrace their energy and wonderment! For any musical lover, you must have this on your list. Disney does have its marketing/merchandising down though haha read more

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This was absolutely great for young kids. Wonderful how they did the animals. The show had a couple of great wow moments that I don't want to list because I don't want to give anything away. The actress who played Rafiki was an absolute power house. Great harmonies throughout the entire cast. The show followed the movie storyline exactly with few deviations being a couple of new songs. Concessions-wise they had candies, pretzels, chips, a few themed alcohol drinks and slushies. Don't come hungry. read more

the show itself was great but unfortunately 30% of the theatre were kids and they were incredibly disruptive. Talking throughout the entire show, loud singalongs, kicking the back of my chair etc. The staff did not do much to curb the behaviour at all. At the end 10% of the audience decided to give a standing ovation including the lady directly in front of us who blocked multiple peoples view and who refused to sit down. It was very disappointing. So word of caution - if you want to see the show book a VERY LATE showing, if you don't want the evening ruined by (very) young kids. I also suggest that the organisers ask the crowd to NOT give a standing ovation so that everyone can enjoy a view of the stage. read more

This is one of the handful of shows you almost have to see more than once. There is an explosion of color, texture, and character that is hard to take in at once. A few of the songs have changed since the original recording, but all good editions. The cast is next level. Above and beyond the broadway standard (which ain't easy). Locals: this show brings in a ton of tourist who do not always follow theater etiquette. You're better off paying for orchestra over mezzanine where there is more likely to be children (why?). 10:10 read more

The Lion King - Intermission, percussion in the booth - Performing Arts Near Me - New York, New York

Omg. Best show ever. My husband and I weren't going to see a Broadway show during our trip (I know, what were we thinking) but last minute we decided to go to the ticket office and see what our options were. The lady behind the booth was really nice and made the prices easy. We were staying down the street from the theatre so we arrived maybe 15 mins before the show and it was easy to get in. They weren't really checking bags so I would recommend bringing some snacks or bottles of water if you can. They do have some things on sale but not the best options and definitely over priced. The show itself was incredible. The acting was perfection. The singing was moving. Production was beautiful. The costumes weee breathtaking. The experience was everything I imagined and more. I cried three times. Lol I cannot recommend the show enough. If you're on the fence and wondering if it's worth it, it is! Just do it and you will not regret it. read more

The Lion King - Performing Arts Near Me - New York, New York

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My absolute favorite part of this show is when they do the animal parade down the aisles. The costumes are fantastic. I was not fully prepared for how great the actual production would be. They really bring the movie to life, which is amazing. read more

What a great performance and experience for my students and me. We loved it, and this musical is a must-see in person. read more

The Lion King - Lion king - Performing Arts Near Me - New York, New York

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Say what you want about Disney. You can love them or hate them, but you have to admit they know how to put on an amazing show. If you've seen the animated or live action movie you have to see this. It's pretty amazing on Broadway. I've seen a lot of plays and musicals and this is one of the best. Period. The music, the costumes, the dancing, the staging, effects, and the wonderfully talented cast blew us away. We had aisle seats in the orchestra and having the characters walk by us during the opening was so cool. This musical will make you laugh, cry, and rejoice. Definitely one of the great ones on Broadway. Get there early to check out the memorabilia and show items in the lobby. The gift shop is there too, and you're left with the counter staff wishing you a magical day. The whole show and experience blew us away. Magical for sure. read more

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Talk about a full house! Seating was very uncomfortable and very tight. It got really hot so make sure you get a cold drink before you go in because the lines at intermission are long and lengthy. Bathrooms were nice and clean but once again the line was long if I were you, I would go to the gift shop before the show Because we were there for an hour, but it was worth it. Great show great actors great music true to the movie can't wait to go home and watch it. read more

Had a chance to see the lion King yesterday my wife has been waiting so long to see this play. We were in the very last row L seat 148 149. I thought the seats would be horrible however I found these seats were fantastic number one no one behind you number two. The aisle is wider than downstairs so you don't even have to get up to let people pass through, as I said, it's a wonderful view if you're going to see the lion King and you are in the very last row in the mezzanine believe me you will appreciate the view. The show is two hours and 30 minutes with the 15 minute intermission the show was OK for me.. I found it to be a little kiddie for me. I did enjoy the music very rhythmic and also the singing was fantastic. So it's a good enough show. If you wanted to take a tourist out to see it or the children there was a row of teenagers in front of me at least three of the six fell asleep, so that tells me a lot about their reaction to it, it been playing so long I guess you're not a New Yorker if you haven't seen it. I'm not much of a Disney fan, but as the saying goes different strokes for different folks. read more

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I'll give this a 3.5 stars because while the show is good with amazing costumes, the audience here is annoying as heck. I feel like only kids 10 and over should be allowed at shows because the little kids would just be yelling out or talking during the show and it was annoying. Also there were two grown women having conversations the whole time behind me. Shut up! read more

The Lion King - Performing Arts Near Me - New York, New York

My Husband and I had been wanting to see this for the longest. The flow getting in was smooth. We arrived around 7:20 for the 8pm show. We went to the gift shop where they had a variety of charming things. We bought alcohol ( cheap liquor and over priced) and proceeded to our seats. We had orchestra Seats in the center so we were able to appreciate the production from all angles. The show started at 8:05pm and it was nice to see cast members dancing down the aisles. All very friendly and outstanding. The costumes all were super nice and colorful. I felt at times some of the scenes dragged and I became bored. There were about 3-4 scenes that were my favorite. When Mufasa's spirit comes to life was amazing and gave me the Wow factor. I highly recommend this play but I wouldn't go see it again. It had underwhelming parts. At times I felt there was a lot going on but then again I was also dancing in my chair. I give it mixed teview. read more

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Lion King was absolutely beautiful!! From waiting in line (which was actually a breeze considering we had to show our vac cards and IDs--definitely show up early) to getting in our seats, the process was actually stunning. After checking in, you go up the escalators and are greeted with massive windows overlooking Times Square below. The walls, carpet, and lighting are decorated to match the theme and there's a giant wooden Mufasa mask that hangs over the escalators. There are 4 gift shops and 2 bars which cut down lines tremendously. As for the show itself, they added a few new songs to the original movie soundtrack and more dialogue that was not in the original Lion King movie, so it's not a play by play from the movie you dearly remember from childhood. The costume design and puppetry were phenomenal and truly the best part of the play. Being in the very front, I was able to see the gears, wires, stilts, etc which made it more interesting. Of course, if you prefer to not see the magic behind the costume design, I suggest sitting back a bit. However, I can't say it enough...the costume design is entirely worth it to see this play! As for the acting and singing, everyone was amazing. Older Simba wasn't as impressive and did sing off note a few times and left his song with a lack of emotion which threw me off a bit. I understand Broadway is a live production and this can and will happen. The rest of the cast were absolutely powerful with their vocals including the two child actors playing Simba and Nala. Overall, I was stunned with the songs and range from the cast. Rafiki and Scar were definitely my favorites and Timon and Pumbaa eerily sounded like their counterparts (impressive)! This was honestly a special play for me as I used to watch the Lion King over and over and over again as a child. I am positive that I've seen the original movie well over 30 times. The moment the curtains raised, I was in tears. It was a magical experience and I'm so grateful to have been able to see it! read more

The Lion King - Very front row - Performing Arts Near Me - New York, New York

With all due respect and appreciation, the show is a display of African folklore, including clothing, songs, and the language used in some scenes. If you like to see an African show, go, but don't expect it to bring back memories of the legendary Lion King. read more

Incredible!! I couldn't put enough stars on this! Everything was well done. Production was top notch!! I sat down with a smile the entire time! Amazing doesn't explain how Incredible the show was. Makes me wanna come back and go to the other plays. read more

I was underwhelmed in general - the puppetry, costumes, and acting were great but the overall visual display and storyline seemed slow and lacking emotion. I wouldn't see it again. On the other hand 'Death Becomes Her' was superb! read more

I cried y'all. I was blown away. And I mean I have always wanted to go see the Lion King, but as I settled in and sat I was like oh wait this is the movie from the 3rd grade. Like will I be able to sit thru this. Within the first 2 minutes of the show beginning, a larger than life actor came up on my right and shook the essence of my soul. I felt a combination of fear and amazement that I can only describe as AWE. I immediately had to hold back tears because in my little mind the amount of creativity and originality was overwhelming and astounding. I thought it was incredible and found myself singing songs in my head that I have never heard in my life and trying my darn best not to sing along the ones that I knew. My teens and I were gifted tickets and I ended up sitting alone but among a group of other black moms just like me which was relaxing. They have a strict no recording policy. And I was a bit disappointed that my children didn't enjoy their first time on Broadway but I hope they never forget it. I bought a margarita that was absolutely GROSS like omg what was that but I really wanted the cup lol damage was like $23. I won't say much more, it's clean, organized, absolutely do not drive there getting thru the crowds of ppl taking pictures outside the theatre to get inside was actually very difficult on foot. I would absolutely go again. I thought it was one of the most beautiful things I have ever experienced in my whole entire life and am so grateful that my eyes could witness that artistry. read more

This more modern theatre is great! There's not a bad seat in the house. It feels very spacious. Plenty of concessions and room to stand in line or wait for the restroom. Big windows in lobby overlook Times Square. Oh, and the show- spectacular!!! read more

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The Lion King was a major movie when I was younger. I have wanted to see this musical since it opened 25 years ago and every time I had an opportunity, something would come up. Last night my partner and I finally got the chance to see where Disney meets Broadway. Thank goodness for NYC Broadway Week where one can get 2 tickets for the price of 1 and believe me was pricey where we were sitting. Our seats were located Orchestra Row P 113-114 and had an ah-mazing view of the stage. It's not "just a remake" of the animated film (or the new cgi/ live action-like), there's something undeniably human that comes with the gifted actors and musicians as this stage performance was a true work of art from the costumes, set, special effects, dance, stage movements, dialogues, songs and to the music was PERFECT! We can highly recommended for all ages. read more

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We all know the lion king is a classic movie . I was ecstatic to go for my birthday yesterday. First thing, I love the theatre it's very intimate compared to the other theaters I've been to in times square (not to big not to small). I also enjoyed the cast interaction with the crowd (I don't want to give away to much information for the people who didn't see it lol. My husband and I were seated in row W seats 116 and 117, great seats from the stage. I was blown away by the actors and actresses performance, I appreciated they stuck to the original movie plot . My dad passed last year and you know Simba also lost his father in the movie, my emotions were all over the place. I cried A LOT, not only because now I can relate to the situation but this is also a movie I grew up on and was honored to finally be there . We had a full house it was packed . The seats also were very comfortable compared to other theatre seats, there was lots of leg space. My husband purchased me a bundle deal for souvenirs. I got a bag a blanket and a cup for $55 which is a steal compared to other shows where it's $40 plus for just 1 item. The only reason why I gave the show 4 stars instead of 5 is because I felt the sound could of been a tad bit louder . Other than that it's a classic and was a night to remember. My tickets were purchased from June 2023 for the September 14th show. Tickets were $300 total. read more

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