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The Lion King is based on an African tale that tells the story of a young lion, Simba, as he grows to become the king of Pride Rock. He is the son of Mufasa, who is killed as part of a plot by his evil brother, Scar, to prevent young Simba from taking the throne and having it for himself. The story tells about the trials and tribulations of Simba as he learns the lessons that he needs to lead the pride. When you buy The Lion King Detroit tickets, you're in for an evening that will be thoroughly enjoyed by everyone in the family.

Production History and the Circle of Life

The Lion King first debuted in 1997 and now has a continual production history of over 20 years. The first production was in 1997 in Minneapolis. It was an immediate hit and opened on Broadway later that year. The play has won numerous awards in different countries around the world. In its first year, it was nominated for 20 Tony Awards and won six of them.

Where can I buy The Lion King tickets?

The Lion King makes regular stops at many major cities around the world. If you cannot find a venue in your city, it is easy to find tickets at StubHub for a city nearby.

When will The Lion King tour stop in Detroit?

The show isn't currently scheduled to be staged in Detroit, but check StubHub for updates on future tour dates. In the meantime, Detroit residents might want to check out the play at the Arnoff Center for the Arts in Cincinnati or the Stranahan Theater in Toledo.

How many continents has The Lion King appeared on around the world?

The Lion King had its start in the United States, but in its 20-year history, it has appeared on almost every major continent and at many major cities around the globe. Its first US tour was in 2002 and 2003. It has been performed in North America, Central America, Asia, Europe, Australia and South Africa. The most familiar and widely performed versions are in English, but it has also been performed in German, Spanish, Portuguese and Japanese.

Is The Lion King on stage similar to the film?

The Lion King has its roots in an old African folk tale. In 1994, Disney made the story into a movie that was an instant hit and remains a classic Disney film for all ages. The play was produced in 1997 and was based on the film, but there are a few scene changes and new musical numbers, which is not unusual when a film is adapted to stage.

What Tony awards has The Lion King won?

The first year that The Lion King came out, it was an instant hit. The popularity of the movie just a few years earlier helped this play to rise up quickly. The play came out in 1997, and most of the awards were won at the 1998 Tonys. That year, it won Tony awards for Best Musical, Best Choreography, Best Direction of a Musical, Best Costume Design, Best Lighting Design and Best Scenic Design. It has also won awards abroad and remained an audience favorite as one of the longest-running plays in recent decades.

Who wrote the play and songs?

One of the reasons for the play’s success is that Disney Theatrical Productions produced it. The winning team of the original production included Julie Taymor as director. The book was co-authored by Irene Mecchi and Roger Allers. Music and lyrics were written by Lebo M, Jay Rifkin and Mark Mancina. Perhaps the most famous staff member is Elton John, who wrote the main theme and many of the major musical numbers after his work on the Disney film.Back to Top