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The Lion King

Minskoff Theatre

Previews October 15, 1997

Opening November 13, 1997

Official Site · IBDB

Box Office

$1,297,137,724 total gross 638 weeks best week $4,316,629 (Dec 31, 2023)

Weekly gross — most recent 52 weeks

Jul 27, 2025Jul 19, 2026

Grosses provided by The Broadway League. For additional grosses, see broadwaywrap.com.

Articles about The Lion King

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'The Lion King''s Vincent Jamal Hooper trades one epic show for another by Ruthie Fierberg

After touring for years in "Hamilton," Hooper returns to New York with the third-longest running show on Broadway.Â

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 4:08pm on October 12, 2023☆⚑

VIDEO: Watch THE LION KING's Broadway Makeup Team Transform Stephen Carlile into Scar

Watch a video of the Broadway makeup team transforming Stephen Carlile into the iconic villain Scar here!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 10:55am on October 8, 2023☆⚑

Unleash Your Inner Roar with Disney's The Lion King in the UK! by Belaid S

Are you poised to dive into the heart of the Pride Lands? Disney's phenomenal, multi-award-winning production, The Lion King, is

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 5:47am on October 8, 2023☆⚑

Thomas Schumacher Leaving Longtime Perch Atop Disney's Stage Theatrical Division Where He Oversaw Massive Hits Like 'The Lion King' & 'Ala

Thomas Schumacher's longtime reign atop the business operations of Disney Theatrical Group saw the division become a major player on Broadway and in the nation's regional theaters, with such…

SOURCE: Deadline at 11:10am on September 28, 2023☆⚑

Interview: Meet THE LION KING's New Simba, Vincent Jamal Hooper

incent Jamal Hooper took his very first bow in The Lion King as "Simba". The show marks Hooper's Broadway andÂ Lion KingÂ debut. Below, he's checking in with BroadwayWorld to talk all ab…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:13pm on September 27, 2023☆⚑

New Musical From The Lion King Writer Roger Allers Sets Reading in California by Logan Culwell-Block

The Grasshopper features a book and lyrics by Allers and music by Genaro Pereira.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:25am on September 27, 2023☆⚑

The Lion King, Aladdin, MJ, More to Offer Autism-Friendly Performances by Margaret Hall

Made possible by TDF, the shows will present accessible performances throughout 2023 and 2024.

SOURCE: Playbill at 3:33pm on September 26, 2023☆⚑

MJ: THE MUSICAL, THE LION KING & More Join TDF's 2023-24 Season of Autism Friendly Performances

TDF, the not-for-profit service organization for the performing arts, will present its 12th season of Autism Friendly Performances for individuals on the autism spectrum or with other develo…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 1:37pm on September 26, 2023☆⚑

New Simba Roars in Broadway's The Lion King Starting September 26 by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning international hit continues at the Minskoff Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:03am on September 26, 2023☆⚑

Vincent Jamal Hooper Steps into the Role of Simba in West End's 'The Lion King' by Belaid S

From 26th September, Vincent Jamal Hooper will take the lead as Simba in the West End's critically acclaimed musical, 'The

SOURCE: AussieTheatre.com at 6:58pm on September 11, 2023☆⚑

The Lion King Casts Vincent Jamal Hooper as Next Simba by Ruthie Fierberg

Vincent Jamal Hooper will take on the role of Simba in Broadway's long-running Tony Award-winning musical The Lion King beginning on September 26. Hooper will replace Brandon A. McCall, who …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 10:49am on September 7, 2023☆⚑

New Simba Set to Roar in Broadway's The Lion King by Andrew Gans

The Tony-winning international hit continues at the Minskoff Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:33am on September 7, 2023☆⚑

Vincent Jamal Hooper Joins THE LION KING as 'Simba' This Month

The Lion KingÂ will welcomeÂ Vincent Jamal HooperÂ as Simba beginningÂ Tuesday, September 26. This marks his Broadway debut. Learn more about Hooper and The Lion King here!

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 9:37am on September 7, 2023☆⚑

'The Lion King' casts Vincent Jamal Hooper as next Simba by Ruthie Fierberg

The Disney musical will mark Hooper's Broadway debut.

SOURCE: Broadway News Subscription at 9:31am on September 7, 2023☆⚑

Physical Therapists For 'Wicked', 'The Lion King' & Other Touring Shows Vote To Join IATSE, A First For The Profession by Greg Evans

Eighteen performing arts physical therapists, athletic trainers, and massage therapists employed on various live theatrical tours such as The Lion King, Wicked, and Moulin Rouge! have voted …

SOURCE: Deadline at 1:11pm on August 31, 2023☆⚑

THE LION KING North American Tour to Welcome Back Mukelisiwe Goba as 'Rafiki'

Get the latest news on Disney's The Lion King North American Tour as Mukelisiwe Goba makes a triumphant return as 'Rafiki'. Find out all the details and dates for this highly anticipated pro…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:55pm on August 28, 2023☆⚑

The Lion King North American Tour Announces Cast Changes Ahead of 2-Week Mexico Engagement by Meg Masseron

The tour continues across North America, entering its 21st year.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:07pm on August 28, 2023☆⚑

THE LION KING Teams Up With The New York Liberty For Special Evening At Barclays Center

The Lion King is teaming up with the New York Liberty to bring the Pridelands to Barclays Center, as New York City's favorite team takes on the Los Angeles Sparks at 7:00pm ET. The one-night…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 9:49am on August 24, 2023☆⚑

Broadway Grosses Analysis: The Lion King Continues to Roar Plus Good Night, Oscar Joins the $1 Million Club by Andrew Gans

There were 26 Broadway productions on the boards during the week ending August 20.

SOURCE: Playbill at 2:04pm on August 22, 2023☆⚑

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