--- site: London Drum url: https://londondrum.com/events/?p=152 canonical: https://londondrum.com/events/?p=152 title: "The Lion King Tickets · Lyceum Theatre, London · Until 16 May 2027" description: "The story of Simba and his Serengeti adventures with amazing animal puppetry" author: London Drum updated: 2026-09-03 clipped: 2026-11-15 --- # Disney's The Lion King Musical (with songs by Elton John) ![The Lion King at Lyceum Theatre](https://londondrum.com/i/eve/the-lion-king.webp)
## Useful things to know before your visit Address: Lyceum Theatre, 21 Wellington Street, Covent Garden WC2E 7RQ. Telephone: 0844 871 3000 ### What are the dates and times? 29th July 2021 to [16th May 2027](https://londondrum.com/events/?m=16-may) · 7.30 PM (Tue-Sat) · 2.30 PM matinees (Wed, Sat-Sun) ### How long does the show last? 2 hours 30 mins, with interval ### How much do the tickets cost? Seats from £43 · Note: This show is recommended for children aged 6 and above ### Which buses go to Lyceum Theatre? Bus routes 9, 13 and 23 all stop close by ### Which is the closest train station? The nearest station is [Covent Garden](https://londondrum.com/transport/trains.php?station=covent-garden) on the Piccadilly line. It only takes four minutes to walk to Lyceum Theatre ### Which other attractions are nearby? These attractions are all within 15 minutes walk of Lyceum Theatre: Transport Museum, Courtauld Gallery, Covent Garden, Cleopatra's Needle, Hunterian Museum, Royal Courts of Justice, Benjamin Franklin House, Temple Bar, Sir John Soane's Museum, National Portrait Gallery, Lincoln's Inn, Hayward Gallery, National Gallery, Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column Based on Disney's Oscar-winning movie _The Lion King_, the show follows the story of the young cub Simba as he turns from a wide-eyed youngster into the King of the Pridelands. ![The Lion King on top of Pride Rock](https://londondrum.com/i/eve/the-lion-king6.webp) _The mighty Lion King on top of Pride Rock_ When his mighty father is betrayed by his power-hungry brother Scar, the young Simba is forced to flee into the Serengeti Plains where he meets Timon and Pumbaa. With the help of his new friends, and his newfound courage fuelled by his father's wisdom, Simba returns to free his people from Scar's tyranny and take his place at the top of Pride Rock. ![](https://londondrum.com/i/eve/the-lion-king2.webp) ## Based on Disney's Oscar-winning movie _The Lion King_ became an instant classic when it was released in 1994, picking up two Oscars and a Golden Globe for 'Best Motion Picture (Musical or Comedy)' - only the second-ever animation to take home that prestigious prize. The success continued when Julie Taymor transferred it to the Broadway stage, quickly picking up another Tony Award and eight Olivier nominations. [Video](https://www.youtube.com/embed/o_VPnwAsQDg) ## Award-winning puppetry and special effects The show's ingenious use of large puppets, wonderfully colourful sets and special effects brings the African animals to life. Giant giraffes strut across the stage, graceful gazelles leap into the air, and beautiful birds swoop up and down the aisles, transporting the audience into the heart of the Serengeti. ## Songs by Elton John and Tim Rice Elton John's songs from the film all make an appearance - including the Oscar-winning _Can You Feel The Love Tonight_. ![One of the sets in The Lion King](https://londondrum.com/i/eve/the-lion-king7.webp) ## What the theatre critics say... **Daily Mail:** _"One of the most joyous and spectacular musicals in years!"_ **Evening Standard:** _"It lights up the West End with a blaze of fabulous imagination"_ **Sunday Telegraph:** _"An undisputable triumph... superlative entertainment; puts most other mega-musicals in the shade"_ **Sunday Times:** _"This is a wonderful, wonderful musical: thrilling, warm-hearted, inventive and original... The Lion King will touch a deep chord in everybody"_ **Daily Telegraph:** _"This deeply felt celebration of life feels as fresh and soul-stirring as ever"_ ![One of the colourful sets in The Lion King](https://londondrum.com/i/eve/the-lion-king5.webp) ## The Lion King Cast & Creatives **Director:** _Julie Taymor_ **Written by:** _Roger Allers, Irene Mecchi_ **Cast:** _George Asprey, Shaun Escoffery, Thenjiwe Thendiva Nofemele, Gary Jordan, Stuart Neal, Pierre Van Heerden, Posi Morakinyo, Asha Parker-Wallace, Sadia McEwen, Michael Jeremiah, Mark Tatham, Cristiano Cuino, Jace Grant, D'vante Hart, Kaylen Luke, Lola Rose Etuazim, Zinachika Ifediora, Rhianne King, Nuryn Lasseko_ **Music and lyrics:** _Elton John, Tim Rice, Lebo M, Mark Mancina_ I've ranked watching a West End show as ★15 in [my must-do list for London](https://londondrum.com/planner/top-25-ultimate-bucket-list.php)