Disney’s The Lion King

About Disney’s The Lion King

Disney’s The Lion King at the Lyceum Theatre, London, is Disney’s internationally celebrated musical based on the film. Reimagined by director Julie Taymor, it tells Simba’s story from wide-eyed cub to King of the Pridelands.

The production brings the film to the stage with colourful staging, effects and music.

The running time is 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one interval. Performances run Tuesday to Saturday at 7.30pm, with matinees on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2.30pm.

Before you book

Recommended for ages 6+. Children under 3, including babies in arms, will not be admitted. Anyone aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult and may not sit on their own in the auditorium. Every person entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket.

You will receive a confirmation email. If you choose box office collection, print the confirmation and bring it with you at least 30 minutes before the performance start time. E-tickets are sent by email and can be printed at home. The venue opens 90 minutes before the start time, and guests should be seated no later than 5 minutes before the show begins. Arrive by the time advised for your seating area: 45 minutes before for Grand Circle standing positions, 60 minutes before for Stalls and Boxes E and K, and 75 minutes before for Royal Circle and Boxes A, B, F and G. Latecomers may need to wait before being seated, and no refunds or exchanges are available after purchase. Strobe lighting is used several times during the performance.

Venue

Lyceum Theatre, 21 Wellington Street, London WC2E 7RQ.

Nearest Tube station: Covent Garden on the Piccadilly Line. For accessibility information, please call 0333 0095399.