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."
"Perfect show for a first-timer! Performers in the aisles, COLOR, fantastic stage effects and so much more made this the highlight of my NYC experience. "
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Karen O from Bloomington on Jun 16, 2025
Best and only show
"This show is perfect. I think kids over about 8 would get more out of it. I've seen other shows on Broadway, but this is the only one I have seen multiple times. "
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Elizabeth B from Sun Valley on Jun 16, 2025
My second time around at The Lion King
"Music and singing were outstanding! Staging was gorgeous too. Actors (ALL OF THEM) were inspiring. I’m visually impaired, so entering the seating area and leaving it during intermission were difficult for me, though not impossible. My 11-year old granddaughter had a blast!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 16, 2025
Best musical around!
"This show was absolutely amazing! Everyone did an amazing job and the singing was phenomenal! Would definitely go see it again! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 15, 2025
Love Animals?
"This show is great! I have seen it several times and took my 7 year old great nephew. He loved it! Story line, funny, costumes and the way the bring animals to life! Recommend for adult as and children."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 15, 2025
Spectacular
"The show was amazing! Probably the best thing I have watched! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 13, 2025
Fantastic
"My first time attending a play and it was amazing. I would go see it again if we lived there"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 10, 2025
One of the Best
"This was the second time I saw the Lion King. The actors are spectacular! Amazing singing and the puppetry is outstanding. I had tears in my eyes when the actors came down the aisles and during the song, Circle of Life. The Best!! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 10, 2025
Awesome production
"This production was amazing. I have waited so long to see it and it was worth every penny. The actors were phenomenal. "
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Judy G from Decatur on Jun 10, 2025
Must see Broadway version of Lion King
"The show was very well done from the songs to the costumes to the choreography. Excellent performances all around "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 8, 2025
What spectacular costumes
"I absolutely loved the costumes and the choreography in the play. It made you feel as the human actors were real animals. Timon and Pumba were perfect for their roles as well as Zazu and Rafiki. I have seen several Broadway productions and this was the best yet."
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Christa B from Lubbock on Jun 8, 2025
16 year old grandson loved it!
"My grandsons first Broadway show was difficult for me to choose. Got it right with Lion King. We both loved it. "
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patricia a from Phoenix on Jun 6, 2025
The Lion King
"The costumes and scenery used were breathtaking! The cast did a superb job delivering a flawless performance!!!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 4, 2025
The Lion King on Broadway
"I loved it. It was an amazing experience. The only thing I didn’t like was costumes. I was expecting actual costumes on the actors not the little animals on each side. However, I would recommend it to anyone to see. 🫶🏽👌🏽"
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Andrine A from Roosevelt on Jun 1, 2025
A Must See
"The Lion King on Broadway is more than a show. It is an experience. I absolutely LOVED the staging. And how the use of props were used to tell the story. At my big age, I found myself singing loudly to the songs. Definitely a beautiful way to see a cartoon come to life.
Sash 💕 "
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Sasha I from Hawthorne on Jun 1, 2025
Hermoso
"Todo fue excelente, las actuaciones, la escenografía, las vestimentas. Fue un gran show"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 30, 2025
Must watch it
" The best show ever, this is my 3rd time watching this show.
beautiful performance, amazing singers, choreography, atmosphere, outfits, most importantly the vibe, it felt so real.
Defiantly going back again "
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Yanna A from roslyn Heights on May 29, 2025
Colorful, meaningful and enjoyable
"I liked the entire performance. It had a serious meaning if you know the story, but there were bits of humor tossed in at different times. Recommend to all ages!"
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Stephanie G from MEDFORD on May 27, 2025
ES-PEC-TA-CU-LAR
"La puesta en escena es increible y las actuaciones muy sólidas.
La dinamica de la obra asegura entretenimiento sostenido.
Valió la pena cada dólar invertido en los ticket."
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DANIEL RAUL V from BUENOS AIRES on May 26, 2025
This production was amazing.
"The Lion King was very enjoyable. The singing and dancing was so great. I would highly recommend this show to all of my friends."
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Nicole W from Brooklyn on May 26, 2025
Amazed!!!!
"Phenomenal!!! From the beginning to the end!!! Every cast member did an exceptional job!!! "
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Reginald J from Jersey City on May 25, 2025
Cast was always upbeat and smiling.
"The energy at the show was amazing and I would recommend watching the actual movie, The Lion King before attending, as it will make everything flow that much more. This was my first ever show and now I can’t wait to come back and start the progression of trying to see them all. Very well done production!"
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Bryan D from Montoursville on May 25, 2025
Very good
"The play was amazing. It was so fun and entertaining I would definitely go back to see again. "
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Tamisha T from Dover on May 23, 2025
This is an experience not a show !
"Never would have event imagined a production at the level the lion king was at - stunning sets , performances , and you feel like your a part of the set / production."
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John E from Dubai on May 23, 2025
Amazing!!!
"I absolutely loved everything! It is the second time that I come to Broadway to see this show!
Extraordinary talent, extraordinary music! Passion! Love and perfection!
Yes, I would definitely recommend it!!"
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Idalis M R from San Juan on May 18, 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.
