Archive for August 4th, 2011
Lion King Roars Into Albuquerque, New Mexico for 32 Performances in Popejoy Hall
The National Tour of Disney’s The Lion King will make a stop in Albuquerque at Popejoy Hall for a stunning 32 performances from October 2 thorught October 28, 2012.
Popejoy Presents is thrilled to announce their 2011-12 Broadway in New Mexico Series in Albuquerque, featuring the New Mexico premiere of the Broadway phenomenon Disney’s The Lion King in October 2012 at Popejoy Hall. More than 50 million people worldwide have come to discover the wonder, majesty, and truly one-of-a-kind experience that is The Lion King. It’s the Tony® Award-winning Broadway musical sensation that Newsweek calls “a landmark event in entertainment,” and The New York Times says, “There is simply nothing else like it.”
“The Popejoy Presents Broadway in New Mexico engagement of Disney’s The Lion King marks the 2nd season in a row that Albuquerque will present a Broadway mega-hit musical. The New Mexico audiences have been requesting Disney’s The Lion King for years! For this engagement alone, nearly 60,000 patrons are expected to attend,” stated Tom Tkach, Director of Popejoy Hall. Tkach went on to say, “With Wicked last season and Disney’s The Lion King this season, Albuquerque really does offer New Mexicans the very best in Broadway entertainment, right here at home!”
Experience the phenomenon of The Lion King at Albuquerque’s Popejoy Hall. Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by award-winning director Julie Taymor, whose visual images for this show you’ll remember forever. Thrill to the pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands and an unforgettable score including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscar®-winning song “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” and “Circle of Life.” Let your imagination run wild at the Tony® Award-winning Broadway sensation Newsweek calls “a landmark event in entertainment.” New Mexico’s most eagerly awaited production ever will leap onto Popejoy’s stage this season.
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