What is the running time of The Lion King on Broadway?

The Lion King is a full-length Broadway musical running 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission.

Is there a minimum age to attend The Lion King on Broadway?

The Lion King is intended for guests 6 and up. All guests require a ticket, regardless of age. Children under 2 will not be admitted.

What should I wear to see The Lion King?

There is no dress code at the theatre. For all performances, attire should be comfortable and appropriate for the occasion. The Minskoff theatre is air conditioned throughout the year, so a sweater or light jacket is recommended in the summer.

Does the cast of The Lion King interact with the audience?

While there is no direct interaction with audience members, The Lion King opens with performers in the balcony and a procession of characters down the aisles of the orchestra.

Does The Lion King feature songs from the Disney movie?

Yes! Songs from the Disney movie, such as "The Circle of Life," "Can You Feel the Love Tonight?" and "Hakuna Matata," are all a part of the Broadway production.

Are on-demand captioning or audio descriptions available for The Lion King?

Yes, both captioning and audio descriptions are available for every performance through the GalaPro app. The Minskoff Theatre house manager or ushers can assist upon arrival.

How many Tony Awards has The Lion King won?

The Lion King was the winner of six Tony Awards in 1998: Best Musical, Best Direction of a Musical (Julie Taymor), Best Choreography, Best Costume Design, Best Lighting Design and Best Scenic Design.

Where can I buy tickets to The Lion King?

Get official The Lion King Broadway tickets at Broadway.com. View upcoming performance dates .

Where is The Lion King playing on Broadway?

The Lion King plays at: The Minskoff Theatre 200 W. 45 St. New York, NY 10036 For information on how to get to the Minskoff Theatre, head to our guide to The Best Ways to Get to Broadway Theaters .

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Price: 86.00 USD
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Rating: 4.8 (514 reviews)

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Fri
Dec 19

8:00pm

Sat
Dec 20

2:00pm

8:00pm

Sun
Dec 21

1:00pm

6:30pm

Mon
Dec 22

7:00pm

Tue
Dec 23

2:00pm

7:00pm

Wed
Dec 24

1:00pm

Thu
Dec 25

No Performances

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About The Lion King on Broadway

Run Time

2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission.

Audience

Recommended for ages 6 and up. Children under 2 will not be admitted. All guests must have a ticket.

Late Seating

Latecomers are seated at the discretion of management.

Show Dates

Previews: Oct 15, 1997 • Opening: Nov 13, 1997

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Vincent Jamal Hooper as Simba in The Lion King.

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L. Steven Taylor as Mufasa in The Lion King.

Pearl Khwezi as Nala and Vincent Jamal Hooper as Simba in The Lion King.

Venue

Minskoff Theatre

200 West 45th Street
New York, NY 10036

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Hearing Assistance

Headsets for sound augmentation are available at the theatre. For guests with Tele Coil, T-Coil Loops are available.

Wheelchair Access

Staff is available to escort theatergoers to wheelchair accessible areas via elevators & escalators. Main level not accessible by elevator.

Elevators and Escalators

This theater has an elevator and escalator.

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Story

A lively stage adaptation of the Academy Award-winning 1994 Disney film, The Lion King is the story of a young lion prince living in the flourishing African Pride Lands.

When an unthinkable tragedy, orchestrated by Simba’s wicked uncle, Scar, takes his father’s life, Simba flees the Pride Lands, leaving his loss and the life he knew behind. Eventually companioned by two hilarious and unlikely friends, Simba starts anew. But when weight of responsibility and a desperate plea from the now ravaged Pride Lands come to find the adult prince, Simba must take on a formidable enemy, and fulfill his destiny to be king.

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Winner of six Tony Awards® including Best Musical, Disney's The Lion King showcases the talents of one of the most acclaimed creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award-winning director Julie Taymor reimagines the popular story using some of the theater's most extraordinary stagecraft. The Lion King also features the exceptional work of Tony Award-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and a glorious score crafted by the Tony Award-winning songwriting team of Elton John and Tim Rice.

Critics’ Reviews (5)

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"The breathtakingly staged Broadway adaptation of Disney's king of the cartoon jungle is an instant theater classic."

Entertainment Weekly

Chris Willman

"Awe-inspiring! Broadway theater is alive again. [Julie] Taymor's imaginative ideas seem limitless. it's a gorgeous, gasp-inducing spectacle. Most important - against all odds - it has innocence. The show appeals to our primal, childlike excitement in the power of theater to make us see things afresh."

Time Magazine

Richard Zoglin

"Seen purely as a visual tapestry, there is simply nothing else like it. Suddenly, you're 4 years old again, and you've been taken to the circus for the first time. You can only marvel at the exotic procession of animals before you: the giraffes and the elephants and the hippopotamuses and all those birds in balletic flight. Such is the transporting magic wrought by the opening 10 minutes of The Lion King, [director Julie] Taymor has introduced a whole new vocabulary of images to the Broadway blockbuster."

The New York Times

Ben Brantley

"A jaw-dropping magnificent spectacle. The show and the playhouse are enchanting. The unprecedented production is worth every penny. If this is Disney's idea of a theme park, we are delighted to report that the theme is quality."

Newsday

Linda Winer

"Julie Taymor's staging of Disney's The Lion King is a marvel, a theatrical achievement unrivaled in its beauty, brains and ingenuity. Leaping far beyond its celluloid inspiration, the stage version improves upon nearly every aspect of the hit 1994 animated film, from visual artistry and storytelling to Lebo M's score and the newly African-ized pop songs of Elton John and Tim Rice."

Variety

Greg Evans

4.8

Score average from verified show reviews by customers who’ve bought tickets from Broadway.com.

A-MAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!

"When I asked my 5 yo daughter if she liked the performance, she said ‘Mommy, I didn’t like it, I LOVED IT!’ What’s not to love?! The ensemble is phenomenal. The songs are woven into the tapestry of our lives. The theme and messages are positive and powerful! The musicians make us dance in our seats. It’s a beautiful experience for all and any! Don’t just run, get a running leap towards The Lion King! You’ll roar about it!"

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Broadway.com Customer on Jul 1, 2024

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"The Lion King exceeded our expectations! The stage was the perfect size, and how they moved the props around was amazing. It would have been nice to have some audience interaction, but that is the only thing negative to say. Everything was perfect!!"

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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 12, 2024

Second time as an adult is still amazing!

"I saw this once about 25 years ago when I was in fourth grade and it was still as magical as an adult! Fun for any ages. I like that there is some deviation from the movie script as well as songs that are not featured as well. Very worth seeing. "

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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 15, 2025

Awesome stage production

"Actors and set design were great. Staff and ushers were welcoming and friendly. Audience was attentive, respectful and highly responsive. My wife and me enjoyed to the fullest. I highly recommend! "

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Christopher L from Brooklyn on Dec 15, 2025

An awesome experience!!

"The whole process, from booking the tickets, entering the theatre (the line seems too long but the entering process moves efficiently), until the end of the performance and exiting the place was definitely exceeded my expectations. The whole performance was captivating and you felt like living in the area of Pride Rock together with all these animals. From the costumes, the voices, the acting and of course orchestra, you enjoy every moment! Really worth it and recommend it to the fullest. Musical on the Broadway is once in a lifetime experience and Lion King definitely is excellent. If you can afford it, I highly recommend the seats near the stage… you will feel it more, believe me!! The magic is waiting for you!! Joanna & Alex (from Cyprus) :)"

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Ioanna M from Nicosia on Dec 13, 2025

ALL JUST PERFECT

"I took my mum who only speaks Spanish and she understood everything, we loved the music, the script, the acting, the clothing and animation. We sat very close to the stage and we didn't miss anything, make sure to grab a sit close to the isle because there are some performances made in the isles on the way to the stage. Stop hesitating and buy the tickets. "

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PAMELA O from LIMA on Dec 9, 2025

An absolute amazing show

"Great Music, awesome actors, besutiful costumes. And a very good service to order your drinks for the intermission before the show. A night to remember. "

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Dirk R from Frankfurt am Main on Dec 6, 2025

Out of this world!

"The show exceeded my best expectations and delivered an incredible production! I will see it again if I ever visit Broadway."

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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 5, 2025

Great way to start out long weekend in NYC

"The Lion King is a classic show filled with unbelievable costuming! This was our first time seeing The Lion King on Broadway, and it did not disappoint!! This show is magical and would highly recommend seeing it!!"

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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 1, 2025

Fantastic

"I liked the music, costume and overall performance of the show. It was such a great show, incredible talent. Seeing it in London before I know sort of what to expect however it was in fact unique to broadway! Lovely choice of merchandise on offer to suit all budgets! "

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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 30, 2025

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