The Lion King
at Lyceum Theatre
The Lion King in London is the astonishing Disney all family musical with music by Elton John. Buy theatre tickets for The Lion King in London here!
Disney’s roaring success is one of the most stunning musicals ever made. The Lion King brings the savanna live to the West End!
Tim Rice and Elton John’s musical The Lion King premiered in London in October 1999, then won six Tony Awards on Broadway, received the Evening Standard Award for Theatrical Event of the Year and has also been nominated for eight Olivier Awards.
The songs in The Lion King musical include, 'Circle of Life', 'Hakuna Matata' and 'Can You Feel the Love Tonight'.
When the young lion king Simba is born, his evil uncle Scar is pushed back in the line to the throne. Scar plans to kill both Simba and his father, King Mufasa, so that he can take over the throne. Simba survives, but is led to believe that his father's death is his fault and decides to flee the kingdom.
A terrific musical, and absolutely one of the most popular currently in London and New York.
A musical for the whole family.
It’s funny, the music is great and it’s stunning to watch!
The Lion King customer comments
"This was my dream of a lifetime experience and to share with my grandchildren and watch their faces, was absolutely wonderful. A show I will never ever forget!" Elisabeth, New Zealand
The Lion King Reviews
"It lights up the West End with a blaze of fabulous imagination"
Evening Standard
"You hope all nights in the theatre will be like this!"
The Daily Mail
Book tickets
Evening
Tuesday to Saturday 7:30
Matinee
Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 2.30pm
Booking from
1999-10-12
Booking until
2014-01-05
Running Time:
2 hours 45 minutes
Directions
(5mins) Go right on Long Acre; turn right into Bow Street/Wellington Street and follow the road 200 metres. The theatre is on your right.

This was my dream of a lifetime experience and to share with my grandchildren and watch their faces, was absolutely wonderful. A show I will never ever forget!
SAT, 09 MAR 2013
This was my dream of a lifetime experience and to share with my grandchildren and watch their faces, was absolutely wonderful. A show I will never ever forget!
SAT, 09 MAR 2013