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The Lion King Celebrates 13 Years on Broadway at the Minskoff Theatre
The Tony-winning musical The Lion King celebrates 13 years on Broadway Saturday, November, 13 at the Minskoff Theatre.
The Disney musical made its world premiere on July 13, 1997, in Minneapolis at the Orpheum Theatre before officially opening on Broadway Nov. 13, 1997, at the New Amsterdam Theatre. The production moved to the Minskoff Theatre in June 2006.
The musical, which is now the eighth longest-running musical in Broadway history, currently features Gareth Saxe, Alton Fitzgerald White, Tshidi Manye, Cameron Pow, Ben Jeffrey and Fred Berman.
The Broadway score features Elton John and Tim Rice’s music from “The Lion King” animated film along with three new songs by John and Rice; additional musical material by South African Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Taymor and Hans Zimmer; and music from “Rhythm of the Pride Lands,” an album inspired by the original music in the film, written by Lebo M, Mark Mancina and Hans Zimmer.
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Lion King now booking Tickets to 2011 March
Walt Disney’s Broadway production of The Lion King has extended its booking period through to 13 Mar 2011.
The musical opened at the New Amsterdam Theatre on 13 Nov 1997, following previews from 15 Oct. On the 13 Jun 2006 the musical moved to the Minskoff Theatre. The Lion King is the 8th longest running show in Broadway history.
The musical tells the story of the epic adventures of a young lion cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destined role as king.
Directed by Julie Taymor and choreographed by Garth Fagan, The Lion King currently features Gareth Saxe (Scar), Alton Fitzgerald White (Mufasa), Tshidi Manye (Rafiki), Cameron Pow (Zazu) Ben Jeffrey (Pumbaa), Fred Berman (Timon), Dashaun Young (Simba), Chauntee Schuler (Nala ), James Brown-Orleans (Banzai), Bonita J. Hamilton (Shenzi), Enrique Segura (Ed) and, Alphonso Romero Jones II and Joshua J. Jackson (Young Simba,) and, Khail Toi Bryant and Jade Milan (Young Nala).
Director Julie Taymor became the first woman in Broadway history to win the Tony Award for Best Director of a Musical.
The Lion King won six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and is the 9th longest-running musical on Broadway, surpassing the record previously held by ‘Miss Saigon.’ Buy Lion King Minskoff Theatre Tickets
Lion King Remains Strong at Broadway Box Office Late Summer
On Broadway, Lion King grossed $1,546,227 and had a 96.6% attendance rate for the week ending August 29, 2010. Lion King was one of only four shows last week that remained in the millionaire’s club. The 21 shows on the boards grossed $16,139,305, slipping just under 7% from the previous week.
Below are the Top 10 Grosses from BroadwayWorld.com for the week ending August 29, 2010.
1. Wicked $1,664,108
2. The Lion King $1,546,227
3. Jersey Boys $1,014,108
4. Billy Elliot: The Musical $1,006,495
5. Promises, Promises $985,433
6. Mary Poppins $920,251
7. Memphis $841,523
8. Mama Mia! $830,277
9. The Phantom of the Opera $774,626
10. The Addams Family $764,231
Watch Award-Winning Lion King Live Onstage
Lion king is the great achievement of Walt Disney through which people have got great experience of activities of forest animals. These are the things which provide you excitement to get your Lion King Theater Tickets now. Would you like to see the Award-Winning Lion King Musical?
The Tony-Award-winning Broadway musical, The Lion King, debuted on July 31, 1997 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Among several of theatre shows, Lion King has made remarkable place in the hearts of its biggest fan. When millions of people had showed their attention towards this theatre show, it has been awarded with Tony and Olivier Awards.
The most prominent feature of Lion King is the music. You will feel that you are also in forest and you are also performing with these characters who performing so beautifully. Over 45 million people worldwide have come to discover the wonder, the majesty, and the truly one-of-a-kind experience that is The Lion King, the world’s most spectacular musical. Hailed by Newsweek as “a landmark event in entertainment,” The Lion King is a breathtaking adventure that stretches the boundaries of Broadway, from the heart of Africa to the plains of your imagination. See it now. Remember it forever. Don’t miss this theatre show and quickly seek out the sort to buy Lion King tickets. Check the Lion King Tour Dates 2010-11.
Lion King Broadway Box Office Update
On Broadway, Lion King grossed $1,472,188 and had a 99.8% attendance rate for the week ending June 6, 2010. Below are the Top 10 Grosses Via BroadwayWorld.com for the week ending June 6, 2010.
1. Wicked $1,570,925
2. The Lion King $1,472,188
3. The Addams Family $1,278,089
4. Promises, Promises $1,028,626
5. Fences $1,024,317
6. Billy Elliot: The Musical $1,015,157
7. Jersey Boys $963,853
8. Mary Poppins $882,863
9. The Phantom of the Opera $840,902
10. A Little Night Music $778,263
Lion King A Roaring Broadway Success
Remember the naughty little Simba and his friends Timon and Pumbaa? Well, well, who can forget them! They have managed to steal the hearts of kids as well as adults by their mischievous ways.
The “Lion King” is here once again! This typical Disney film, depicting the tale of strong bonds between friends and family, has many awards to its credit, including six Tony Awards. This adorable story of a lion cub was released first in 1977 in Minneapolis. After tasting a huge success at the box office, it shifted to Broadway in a few months time. For the last ten years, “Lion King” has been running successfully in the world of Broadway! At present, it’s being shown at Minskoff Theater.
The story of “Lion King” is based in Africa. It’s all about Simba, a cute and extremely mischievous lion cub, who is the successor of the king’s throne after his father, King Mufasa. Simba has a best friend Nala, who is equally mischievous.
“Lion King” is a unique Broadway production. The major attraction is the clever usage of animal masks by the actors on the stage. Besides this, the show makers have used African masks as well as puppets to create a visual masterpiece, as acclaimed by some critics. “Lion King” has famous numbers like “Can You Feel The Love Tonight”,
“I Just Can’t Wait To Be King”, and the evergreen “Hakuna Matata”.
As you watch the show, you can actually feel emotions erupt within you as the story slowly unfolds. You feel hatred towards Scar when he conspires against Mufasa; you feel sympathy with Simba when he leaves his kingdom; you feel joy and happiness when Simba makes new friends; and you feel enthusiastic and eager to see action when he goes back to get his kingdom. Truly a touching story!
No wonder it is running house full! Don’t expect to get tickets on the spot. Book in advance. Look here for Lion King tickets for weekends and Sundays as well with discounted price. You might have a better luck there. Happy viewing Lion King Broadway!
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Book by Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi, lyrics by Tim Rice, music by Elton John. Directed by Julie Taymor.
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Disney’s hit animated film is brought to life onstage. Julie Taymor has led a team of creative geniuses to bring this beautiful spectacle to life. With music and lyrics by Elton John & Tim Rice. Winner of 6 1998 TONY AWARDS including Best Director and Best Costume Design to Ms. Taymor.
The story of a young Lion Cub who struggles with the challenges of growing into adulthood and assuming his responsibilty as King.
The Lion King Performance length: 2 hours, 45 minutes with one intermission.
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The Lion King – Fun For all Years
Lion King Musical Tickets. Audiences first fell in love using the Lion King when it debuted as an animated film above a decade ago. Young fans were mesmerised through the beautiful artwork and memorable songs, making The Lion King one of the best celebrated children’s films of all times. Even so, in the years since its film release, The Lion King has produced an impressive transition on the musical stage, having a theatre production that has wowed audiences of all ages. Though The Lion King has been created on stages around the globe, one particular of the best well-known productions is currently showing in London’s Lyceum Theatre.
The stage manufacturing on the Lion King features the similar epic storyline as the animated film, which includes the similar classic songs, for example Can You Feel The Love Tonight and Hakuna Matata. The manufacturing follows the story of Simba, a lion cub destined for being king on the savanna. Nevertheless, his peaceful childhood is disrupted because of the premature death of his father and a sinister plot to maintain Simba in the throne. Over the course with the musical, Simba has to rediscover who he is and just what his destiny is supposed to become.
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