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."
"Everything from the costumes to the vocals and storytelling was phenomenal!! 10/10! I would definitely watch it again! "
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Carolina S from Rochelle Park on Nov 30, 2025
Fantastic
"The show was amazing from the singers, actors, costumes and the conductor. There were 4 of us and we were all in awe."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 25, 2025
What a performance
"my first broadway production and had no prior experience or knowledge of what to come. Hadn’t seen lion king for 15 years+ so was nice to watch again in person. Acting was fantastic and costumes and production were incredible. Well done"
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 4, 2025
Awesome Show
"This show is amazing.This is my fourth time seeing it and every time I see it, I capture even more captivating parts I missed before."
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 2, 2025
Awesome!!!!!!!
"Amazing all the puppetring. The music was superb. The stage production excellet. The message very valuable. "
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Silvina B from Buenos Aires on Sep 27, 2025
Incredible Show!!
"I loved the interaction with the audience with actors coming down the aisles"
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 14, 2025
Amazing experience
"The show was wonderful, from the theater's architecture, the staff's organization, the skip-the-line entrance, and the warm welcome from the staff. The show is beautiful, with every detail carefully thought out—the music, the actors, and the beautiful costumes. This is definitely an experience everyone needs to experience."
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 5, 2025
Costumes & set design amazing!!
"The costumes & set design were amazing!! The actors were extremely talented!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 20, 2025
Absolutely Brilliant!
"The performance was very professional, music wonderful, sets were simple and clever, costumes very creative, everything about this musical was so well done. I simply loved it!! Standing ovation at the end!! You don't want to miss it!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 19, 2025
The show was incredible and amazing
"I never saw a show like this!"
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Johana F from Bogota on Aug 6, 2025
One of the best performances I’ve seen
"I loved how the characters were consistent with the movie storyline but had a slightly modern twist. It was cute and kids loved it. The actors did an amazing job and the scenes were so realistic. This was one of the best shows we’ve seen on stage."
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Broadway.com Customer on Aug 2, 2025
Um espetáculo inesquecível
"Imperdível cada momento. Eu esperava muito do espetáculo, mas é infinitamente mais bonito. Recomendo muito!"
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Luciana I from Curitiba on Jul 10, 2025
Very entertaining
"The set, the costumes, the music, and the singing was amazing 💙"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 21, 2025
Lion King
"That show is legendary for its stunning visuals and creativity. The way they bring the animals to life with puppetry and costumes is just breathtaking. The direction and design work really transformed the stage into something magical.
The hyenas are such a wild mix of comedy, chaos, and menace — they totally steal scenes with their energy."
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Kayana H from Willingboro on May 31, 2025
Great first Broadway show for kids!!!
"My son and my daughter loved it. It was their first Broadway show. Highly recommended!!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 10, 2025
Beautiful show
"It is my second time seeing this show. We love it, very appropriate for the whole family "
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Silvia R from Miami on Mar 23, 2025
Amazing costumes and actors
"The beginning of the show is a can't miss moment. We met the young actors of Simba and Nala and it was really interesting to hear about the process they went through to get here. And the actor of young Simba is from my area. Costumes were great, acting was superb. My favorite character was Scar, the actor sounded just like Jeremy Irons. Thank you for a memorable first time on Broadway!"
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Kelly J from Weeki Wachee on Mar 16, 2025
Best show
"I wanted to say thank you for making my husband’s 40th birthday a great show! We loved everything a bout the show!"
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Laura D from Richmond hill on Feb 13, 2025
Superb
"Actor's young & older were fantastic? Singing class & funnier than I thought.
It’s a must see for all ages "
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 12, 2025
Mesmerizing and magical
"I grew up on the Disney version of Lion King. I’ve known the songs (and most of the lines, to be honest) for my whole life. Getting to share the experience with my daughter was everything I thought it would be. The actors were effortlessly effective in honoring the original while definitely making it their own. Beautifully done!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 3, 2025
Lion king
"I loved the whole performance. The acting and props were amazing"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 18, 2025
Awesome
"Just an awesome broadway show. For both adults and children! One of the best I have seen. Truly amazing "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 29, 2024
Best Ever!
"The most amazing experience for my family of 5. My kid’s ages are 8,12 and 14 and we didn’t want the show to end!! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 22, 2024
Excellent Show
"The logistics, adaptation from the screenplay and the casting were excellent. The score music and the voices of the actors were remarkable."
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Rolando E C from Dorado on Dec 7, 2024
Wow
"The opening sequence was my favorite part of the entire show, but the whole show was entertaining. Well acted all around, with special mention to Rafiki, Scar and Zazu. Highly recommend!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 5, 2024
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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.
