A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
"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."
"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
The best show ever
"Everything in this show feels like a waking dream. The actors are excellent, the staging is flawless, and the acoustics of the room immerse you completely in the atmosphere. An experience everyone should have at least once in their life.”"
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Dimitri B from L’Ancienne-Lorette on Nov 29, 2025
4th time seeing Lion King on Broadway.
"Loved the show. Actors were excellent. Took my granddaughter and she loved it. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 26, 2025
Great show
"Amazing show. The amount of talent of the performers was incredible as well as the staging. I highly recommend the show. I had a wonderful time. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 24, 2025
Great creative musical
"The actors’ portrayal of their animals’ movements, personality was spot on and the music and dancing spectacular!"
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Lisa H from Stevenson Ranch on Nov 23, 2025
Top of the food chain!
"I’ve seen this play in Los Angeles, Vegas and now In New York! When I say it’s a must see play I mean it. Everyone did an amazing job and the singing is breathtaking!! "
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Brittany G from Carson on Nov 20, 2025
Fabulous talent in this show!!!!
"Loved the costumes, the huge giraffe, music and dancing."
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Karen K from Petoskey on Nov 18, 2025
Fantastic
"The costumes were absolutely amazing & the whole show was fantastic... I enjoyed it as there was a bit of humour for kids too. Definitely recommend seeing the show its a must !!! "
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Jeanette H from Glasgow on Nov 13, 2025
Better than the movie!
"This was our first Broadway show. I was amazed the entire time. Could not believe how engaged and entertained we were. Costumes, singing voices, and storyline = 10/10. This is a must see for anyone ages 5 and up! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 10, 2025
Simply wow
"This is was my first time on broadway and I was ABSOLUTELY blown away… costumes, stage presence and Orchestra was PERFECT!!!!!!!!!! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 9, 2025
Spectacular show
"The music, the staging, the costumes, the puppets: Amazing production. I've seen it now 5 times. Never get enough of this musical."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 8, 2025
Absolutely incredible! Exceeded expectations!
"The show blew me away! The costumes, the talent, the voices, the creativity was incredible! The casting of the talent and the voices aligned perfectly with the movie characters. My 7 year old and I were literally on the edge of our seats so entertained! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 6, 2025
Absolute theatrical joy!
"The colorful art design and costumes were a delight, combined with the exceptional talent and stage presence! We loved that "animals" displayed as puppets...very creative and fun."
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 29, 2025
Absolutely Amazing!!!!
"From being to end; The Lion King was spectacular. This was my first broadway show and it the bar has been set extremely high. I’ve been to theater shows at the Hippodrome in Baltimore, MD but not one can top the Lion King. My husband is not a fan of theater plays but he loved the Lion King. He said it was the best play he’s ever seen. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 27, 2025
Truly Amazing!!!!
"The Lion King was my first Broadway show and OMG it was the most amazing show!! Honestly dont know how any other show could wow me the way it did. Thank you to the cast and crew!!!! Worth every penny and more!!!!!🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰"
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Nichole W from plantersville on Oct 26, 2025
A little Something for Everyone
"I thought the choreography and set were amazing! The story was familiar, but the broadway adaptation added another dimension. This was my first Broadway show and worth every penny. "
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Elisa B from Orange Park on Oct 19, 2025
Excellent show for families of all ages.
"It’s a great show for families of all ages. Beautiful music, dance, and pageantry."
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 13, 2025
Great show
"We came to celebrate our daughter's birthday. Fantastic show. Beautiful in every way. the time went very quickly."
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Pam R from Randleman on Oct 13, 2025
Amazing & Unique.
"We loved it. One of the best musicals of Broadway. Extraordinary. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 9, 2025
Simply Amazing
"It was beautifully done and wonderfully executed. The actors were extraordinary and my group fully enjoyed it. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 7, 2025
Lion 🦁 King 👑
"Everything was fabulous. The performance was fabulous, the seating and lighting was excellent, the ushers and attendants were nice and friendly. "
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Tom H from Elk Grove on Oct 5, 2025
The giraffes , incredible!
"An amazing performance by the cast ,everyone! The stage was something else, great work by the carpenters that did that."
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 4, 2025
An absolute must see
"The Lion King was simply amazing, the puppetry was so clever, the singing voices of the characters were amazing. The audience were often cheering and clapping wildly especially during the opening scene when all the animals were on stage. All of the cast deserve the standing ovation at the end. Highly recommended for everyone 🥰"
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Nicola H from Wesburn on Oct 1, 2025
The music is phenomenal. An absolute must see for the entire Family.
"There was nothing I didn’t like about this performance. Every moment was truly a lovely experience. The music, the voices, the actors and script kept me thoroughly engaged."
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Jeffray Ann M from CRum Lynne on Oct 1, 2025
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About
The Lion King
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.
