The Lion King

The Lion King

The Lion King
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Experience the stunning artistry, the unforgettable music and the exhilarating choreography of this musical theater phenomenon-one of the most awe-inspiring productions ever brought to life on stage. A remarkable tale of hope and adventure, THE LION KING has found its way into the hearts of millions. As The New York Times says, "There is simply nothing else like it." Now is the time to join the circle of life at THE LION KING, The Award-Winning Best Musical, playing on Broadway eight times a week at the Minskoff Theatre. The show running time is 2 hours 30 minutes. Performance times vary by season, please visit our website for current performance dates and times.
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Neighbourhood: Theater District
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  • Times Square – 42nd St • 4 min walk
  • Times Square • 4 min walk
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  • LT Infrequent Travelling
    New York City, New York68 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Must see Lion King on Broadway
    Walt Disney's stage production captivates with stunning costume creativity and movements that brilliantly imitate the original animation's critical animals. Each scene transition feels magical. Watching a Broadway show, a dream of mine has been both fulfilling and rewarding. It receives the highest praise among all concurrent Broadway shows, consistently filling every seat with tourists. The family in front of me speaks Dutch, and the family beside me speaks French.
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 7 March 2024
  • tinaNtravel
    San Jose, California2,153 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing musical
    This is an amazing musical that can be enjoyed by all ages. The costumes are amazing to the point that you need to keep reminding yourself that these are people and not the animals they are playing. It is also quite impressive when the ‘animals’ first come on stage walking down the aisles. The singing was also fantastic, and it follows the Lion King story line rather closely. If you only have time for one musical, then I would recommend it be this one.
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 21 April 2024
  • CDTrip72
    Arlington Heights, Illinois260 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A great show!
    I must admit when we were deciding what Broadway show to see, this wasn’t my first choice. However, my daughter wanted to see it and the reviews were so good, we decided to do it. It’s very expensive to go, as were in the balcony, not in the center, and still paid almost $250 per ticket before all the other rip-off fees and taxes. The theater is in the heart of Times Square to get to, and once nice thing is despite the size, getting in was a breeze and I was afraid it would be a long wait because as we walked around Times Square, we saw many long lines waiting to go to other shows. We didn’t get any drinks, as the cheapest mixed drink I saw started at $18. As for the show itself, it’s around 2 ½ hours, including the intermission. The actors do a wonderful job and even though I (and I’m sure most) of the crowd knows the story, they still did a great job in keeping you in suspense on what is coming next. There are many funny moments, and they even snuck in a reference to IKEA in there. The special effects they had were great as well. I definitely would recommend saving up your money and going!
    Visited June 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 3 July 2024
  • LocalGuide
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lion King review
    The entire show was spectacular! The lights, music, and don't even get me started on costumes! My jaw dropped in the very first minute of the show. Dancers and actors worked so hard, and you could tell they were very in character! It included adult and kid humor, so it's perfect for any age. They did a very good job on conveying the African culture through dance, song, and costume. Would highly recommend!
    Visited August 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 21 August 2024
  • Manu
    14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Spectacular!
    This was our second Broadway show and it was superb! Great production value, the background score, actors, props, lighting--everything was top notch. The 'Circle of Life' performance at the beginning gave me goosebumps! The girl sitting next to me was moved to tears--it was a soul-stirring performance indeed. If you plan to visit only one show, then this should be the one.
    Visited October 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 18 October 2024
  • GoVols79
    Chattanooga, Tennessee4,150 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Lion King
    Our family went to see The Lion King on Broadway and absolutely loved it. I had seen the touring show before but seeing it New York was really special and this was our kids first time. Would highly recommend it to anyone visiting NYC.
    Visited October 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 26 October 2024
  • Bob Gianna
    Montreal, Canada128 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must see show despite the expensive tickets.
    I've been in New York a few times but I've never experienced a broadway show. This time I had the occasion to go and finally see it with my future wife. Despite the expensive tickets, we really enjoyed the show. The performers to the costumes from the orchestra to the staging were all awesome and amazing. Keep in mind there might be crowds and lineups to get in the theater or the restrooms during the intermission. Perhaps this is one of the most popular performances of broadway but it's worth it to see it once. There might be other shows at a lower price if you're on a low budget.
    Visited October 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 29 October 2024
  • Amanjunkie
    Los Angeles, California83 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Disney classic bright to life on Broadway
    Purchased our tickets for this family-friendly Broadway musical online at the official website for the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. Completely full theater with a great crowd. We sat in the Mezzanine seating to the side and they gave booster seats for our children who are 7 and 10. The production is impressive and the actors were sensational. It was our family’s first Broadway performance so perhaps we had a low bar, but the stage, costumes, and acting were all stellar. The second act is a bit boring but enjoyed all the recognizable Disney songs.
    Visited November 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 27 November 2024
  • ItchyFeet
    Camarillo, California11,833 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great theater and production
    We were in New York City for Christmas and saw 3 theatrical productions including The Lion King. We had purposely seen the movie again immediately before going to the theater and I highly recommended you do so. I got a lot more out of the theater production after seeing the movie within the previous week. It was a great production and one of the best ones I have seen. I am not particularly a theater person, but this one was very good. It also followed the movie almost line for line so if you watch the movie, you will get a lot more out of the theater production. There is a nice interior with great views of Times Square. There were cast members available after the show for photos and autographs. Very highly recommend!
    Visited December 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 12 January 2025
  • Thomas K
    Stratford, Connecticut730 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Why did we wait so long!
    We see a ton a ton of broadway shows and never saw Lion King. We finally saw it with 2 for 1 tix and it was well worth it. Incredible staging. Amazing costumes and tremendous actors, voices and music. We loved it. Great for kids or big kids like us.
    Visited February 2025
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 2 February 2025
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Kerry C
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
It is hard to choose a part of the show we did not enjoy. From the ushers who showed us our seats, to the talented actors on stage, and the lovely lady who sold us our t-shirts at the end of the show...everyone was amazing. This was our 7-year-old twins first Broadway experience and we were excited to share this show with them. It was actually their 7th birthday and to put it in their words "it was the best day ever." I would recommend this show to anyone who is unsure about Broadway for their family. This show is not to be missed. A gem which I hope will stay around for many more generations to share. Thank you to everyone at the Minskoff Theatre you made our kids birthday one to always remember.
Written 24 February 2023
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evalasway
Blairstown, NJ35 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Friends
You know the story.... but seeing it performed LIVE, with the music, costumes and scenery is UNFORGETTABLE! We were six adults who went to see it and were all completely blown away by it all. Seriously...GO! (by the way, you can drive in and park next to the theater. Restaurant Row is only 2 easy walking blocks away. Tell them you're seeing a play and they will get you out on time.
Written 25 April 2023
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Lester Ojeda
San Juan, Puerto Rico465 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
This show brought tears to my eyes more than once. It’s not “just a remake” of the animated film (or the new cgi/ live action-like), there’s something undeniably human that comes with the gifted actors and musicians that are part of this ensemble. The scenery, the costumes, and the music really place you someplace magical from the beginning. If there ever was a first Broadway show to take your kids, this is the one.

As far as seating goes, the sound is good wherever you are. However, to get the most out of the show (and because it is a BIG theatre) I recommend seats as close to the stage as possible. While in other Broadway plays you can get away with seats in the back, this is one you’ll WANT to be up close to be in the midst of the action. These are usually hard to get, but I was able to get very good seats at a reasonable price using the Today Tix app, which as an added bonus make ticket pickup a breeze 30 min before the show: in front of the theatre.

Awesome Broadway production, Disney style!
Written 20 February 2020
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theodoros
3 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
First time feeling so bad for a theater I still didn't visited.

I booked tickets and now need to change the dates. Broadway.com where I booked them is saying the theater is not accepting changes. In the theater website they say they accept exchanges with 10 USD per ticket. After contacting them they say they accept changes but i need to do it with the broker I booked. The broker back is arguing that the theater argues that sales are final and the tickets cant be changed. By sending back the email from broadway.com to the theater i never received back and answer.
So sorry for the administration of this venue for one of the greatest theater plays.
Written 14 December 2022
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Dell
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July 2022 • Friends
I got the seats in the front, I honestly wouldn’t recommend it, maybe only for kids. I was disappointed with all the costumes that they had. Some characters didnt even have a costume, just a lion head on top of their head. It didn’t make it look believable at all. Then timon had a guy making him move right behind him without any costume. He is in green. It just seems like with all this technology and the money we paid for this, they would get some real believable costumes. It was literally watching PEOPLE act in the lion king without costumes, then only a couple actors had costumes. Some of the songs were not even in the movie. There were a couple problems where they would randomly stop the show, and didn’t tell the audience anything.
Written 28 July 2022
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Freddie K
Halifax, Canada10 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
"Ok" would be the best to summarize this. My partner is a die-hard Lion King franchise fan and was very much looking forward to the live production. The soundtrack was classic, but not spectacular. You really have to suspend your disbelief to enjoy this, which is difficult as your eyes bounce back and forth between the actors and the figures. Worth it if you can grab the tickets at a reasonable price. The others in our party were relieved they didnt get some last minute for $400 each. I'd say I was let down with the Lion King the same way I was let down with Cats.
Written 18 March 2024
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cocoyorkie
London, UK10 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2024 • Family
Don’t go to a matinee performance. The show itself, scenery and costumers were excellent, but was impossible to enjoy due to the constant chatter and noise from school kids. The ushers tried but were unable to control them. Very disappointing.
Written 1 May 2024
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Chanda B
Norwalk, United States6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
This was my 19th time seeing the Lion King in NYC, and it still has the same effect on me. SO emotional, and I look forward to going each time I visit the city. I will soon make it my 20th visit to the show, and my husbands 13th time. If you want a show that will make you smile, cry, laugh, and watch with amazement, this is the show for you.
Written 10 November 2023
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Ana Lee
Tamaulipas, Mexico22 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Couples
There’s a very clear reason this show is rated number 1 in London.

This is an absolutely spectacular show: set, costumes, special effects, storyline, songs were just amazing.

What a thoroughly magical evening with my husband at the Lyceum Theatre London
Written 8 January 2024
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Juan Carlos G
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021
What is there not to like about The Lion King in New York City. This is in our top 3 things we have done as a family. The other two were seeing my daughter meet live unicorns and the other was our vacation to Hawaii.

We recommend paying extra and getting seats in the orchestra section maybe 20 rows back. We did not do this and regret it. I think going to close won't be good either as people told us it's too close to really get perspective.

The Lion King is amazing, and the stage is great. If you get to NYC with children be sure to take them.
Written 4 July 2022
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