[*The Phantom of the Opera*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/308-the-phantom-of-the-opera-tickets) has extended performances at His Majesty’s Theatre in the West End through 28 March 2026.

The musical stars Dean Chisnall as The Phantom, with Lily Kerhoas as Christine Daaé, Joe Griffiths-Brown as Raoul, Joanna Ampil as Carlotta Giudicelli, Martin Ball as Monsieur Firmin, Adam Linstead as Monsieur André, David Kristopher-Brown as Ubaldo Piangi, Helen Hobson as Madame Giry and Millie Lyon as...

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Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical includes songs such as "Music of the Night", "All I Ask of You", "Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again", and "Masquerade".

The full cast has been revealed for [*Stereophonic*,](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/43662-stereophonic) which opens in the West End this May following a Tony Award-winning run on Broadway in 2024.

Joining the cast are Zachary Hart as Reg the bass player, Lucy Karczewski as Diana the lead singer, Jack Riddiford as Peter the guitarist, and Nia Towle as Holly, the keys player.

They join previously announced cast members Andrew R. Butler and Eli Gelb as sound engineers Charlie and Grover,...

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*Stereophonic* won five Tony Awards for its run on Broadway, including Best Play and Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Play.

Nicola Walker and Ambika Mod will take to the stage as part of Artistic Director David Byrne’s 2025 programme of shows at the Royal Court in London.

The theatre has revealed the final six productions that will feature in the season, including four world premieres.

*After the Act*, by Billy Barrett and Ellice Stevens, will run from 21 May - 14 June, and tells the story of the teachers, pupils and activists who lived through Section 28: a law that banned the ‘promotion’ of homosexuality in...

Royal Court completes 2025 season, with shows starring Nicola Walker and Ambika Mod

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Ambika Mod will star in Sophia Chetin-Leuner's *Porn Play*, directed by Josie Rourke, which sees young academic Ani struggle with her secret addiction to violent pornography.

*The Hunger Games* is the latest young adult blockbuster franchise to receive the stage treatment, about a decade after the project was first announced. It ought to be well worth the wait, as its the dream team of playwright Conor McPherson and director Matthew Dunster and will be staged in a new, state-of-the-art, purpose-built venue in Canary Wharf. No expense is being spared! 

Suzanne Collins’s book series has captivated readers of all ages since the first instalment was published in 2008 (a...

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The popular dystopian franchise is set to storm the stage at the brand-new Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre this autumn.

There is a long and proud history of great acting dynasties, from the Barrymore family to the Redgraves. Audiences experience a particular charge when seeing relatives on stage together, such as in 1990 when real-life siblings (and their dad) Sinéad, Soarcha, Niamh and Cyril Cusack co-starred in a memorable production of Chekhov’s *Three Sisters*. 

That tradition has continued on, with father and son Edward and Freddie Fox playing Oscar Wilde’s bickering patriarch and child in *An Ideal...

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From a Michael Jackson musical to a Bach drama, these close-knit casts are keeping it in the family.

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For one last time, London audiences get to share in that very special experience: gathering for the much-anticipated arrival of a new Stephen Sondheim musical. The late, great composer and lyricist’s final show, *Here We Are*, which debuted at New York’s The Shed in 2023, is making its UK premiere at the National Theatre in April.

The musical is inspired by two respected art house films by Luis Buñuel, *The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie* and *The Exterminating Angel*, and features a book by...

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As Sondheim's final musical comes to the National Theatre, revisit the hit UK productions of shows such as *Follies*, *Gypsy*, and *Company*.

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Michael Ball was born in Worcestershire in 1962 and has since established himself as an actor, singer and broadcaster, not only in the West End but also television and radio.

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Born in 1981, Rosalie Craig grew up in Nottingham before studying for a BA in Actor Musicianship at the Rose Bruford College of Theatre & Performance.

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Get ready for the most fabulous display of tantalisation courtesy of the one and only Dita Von Teese. The internationally celebrated Queen of Burlesque, who has revitalised and returned the glamour and wit to striptease, is bringing her latest Wild West-themed show *Diamonds and Dust* to a new West End venue, the Emerald Theatre, for a smoking-hot summer run.

Ahead of your trip, get to know all about the venerable art of burlesque and how Dita Von Teese is both honouring its roots and updating...

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The Queen of Burlesque is bringing her famously seductive entertainment to the West End – and it nods to the art form's glorious past.

*Burlesque the Musical* will open at the Savoy Theatre in the West End for a limited run this summer. The show, which includes songs by Christina Aguilera and Sia, will begin previews on 10 July, running until 6 September.

The new musical, written by Steven Antin, with additional material by Kate Wetherhead and new music by Todrick Hall and Jess Folley, is based on the 2010 film starring Aguilera and Cher. It follows Ali as she heads to New York in search of her mother. Once there, she is drawn...

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The musical, based on the 2010 film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, has new music by Todrick Hall and Jess Folley.

The full principal cast has been revealed for [*Mrs. Warren’s Profession*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/43661-mrs-warrens-profession) in the West End, which opens at the Garrick on 22 May.

[Joining the previously announced Imelda Staunton as Mrs. Kitty Warren and Bessie Carter as Vivie Warren](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatre-news/news/imelda-staunton-and-bessie-carter-to-star-in-mrs-warrens-profession-west-end) are Kevin Doyle (*Sherwood, Downton Abbey, Death in Paradise*) as...

Full cast revealed for 'Mrs. Warren’s Profession'

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The cast joins four-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton as Mrs. Kitty Warren and her real-life daughter Bessie Carter (*Bridgerton*) as Vivie Warren.

London's West End theatres showcase world-class plays, musicals, opera, dance, and other entertainment year-round. With the Olivier Awards, the Society of London Theatre celebrates the very best of these productions.

Founded as Society of West End Theatre Awards in 1976, the awards were renamed in honour of the legendary actor Sir Laurence Olivier in 1984. Ahead of the 2025 Olivier Awards, learn more about this year's ceremony, the nominated productions, and fun facts about this year's...

Everything you need to know about the Olivier Awards 2025

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The 2025 Olivier Awards will be presented on Sunday 6 April, with *Fiddler on the Roof* in the lead with 13 nominations.

See the circle of life in the West End, as [*The Lion King*](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/show/302-the-lion-king) continues performances at the [Lyceum Theatre](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatres/lyceum-theatre). *The Lion King* tickets are now available to 17 Jun. 2023. Book *The Lion King* tickets on London Theatre.

Based on the Disney animated film, *The Lion King* musical follows Simba as he becomes King of the Pride Lands. *The Lion King* musical features songs such as “Hakuna Matata,” “Shadowland,” and “Can You Feel the Love Tonight?” [Find out more about *The Lion King* in the West End.](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/theatre-news/news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-lion-king-in-london)

Kayi Ushe plays Simba in *The Lion King*. He’s joined by George Asprey as Scar, Phil Adèle as Ed, David Blake as Banzai, Janique Charles as Nala, Thenjiwe Thendiva Nofemele as Rafiki, Shaun Escoffery as Mufasa, Gary Jordan as Zazu, Jamie McGregor as Timon, Melone M'Kenzy as Shenzi and Mark Roper as Pumbaa.

*The Lion King* is at the Lyceum Theatre.

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Witness the circle of life in Disney’s long-running and multi-award-winning musical in London’s West End at the Lyceum Theatre. __*The Lion King* tickets are available on London Theatre now.__

## *The Lion King*, a fascinating theatrical sensation

Adapted from the 1994 film, *The Lion King* is one of the most successful stage musicals in history. Director and designer Julie Taymor crafts a colourful, imaginative, and highly creative world that brings Africa's flora, fauna, and animals to life using clever puppetry set against a timeless score by Elton John and Tim Rice. *The Lion King* musical is unlike anything seen in musical theatre before and will redefine your expectations of what theatre can be. 

## What is *The Lion King the Musical* about?

*The Lion King* is about a young lion cub named Simba. He’s the prince and heir of Pride Rock. During the musical, Simba goes on a life-changing journey through the Pride Lands but must defeat Mufasa’s brother Scar who dreams of ascending to the throne. Can Simba face the world and roar louder than ever before?

## What makes *The Lion King* musical an exceptional experience?

*The Lion King* is an incredible experience for the whole family. Over 200 puppets bring the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and the evocative rhythms of Africa to life, set against a timeless score by Elton John and Tim Rice, with beloved songs like “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” and “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King.”

*The Lion King* songs incorporate six different African languages: Swahili, Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho, Tswana, and Congolese, into the lyrics. The first line of “Circle of Life” says, “Nants ingonyama bagithi baba”, translating to “There’s a lion, father”. Lebo M, Julie Taymor, Mark Mancina and Hans Zimmer provide original songs for the musical.

[In a five-star review on London Theatre, our critic raves:](https://www.londontheatre.co.uk/reviews/the-lion-king) “*The Lion King* is an outstanding creative and emotional musical and will no doubt remain the King of the West End for many years to come.”

## Tickets to *The Lion King* in London are available now

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Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney's multi-award winning musical will redefine your expectations of theatre.

At its heart is the powerful and moving story of Simba - the epic adventure of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands.

Brilliantly reimagined by acclaimed director Julie Taymor, Disney's beloved film has been transformed into a spectacular theatrical experience that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music.

An iconic, innovative musical that will still take your breath away. This global hit is the most successful stage show in history. Using vibrant puppetry to bring to life the classic Disney film, Julie Taymor’s production was groundbreaking when it debuted and continues to be unlike anything else on the West End. Let yourself be transported, grab your tickets to *The Lion King* at the Lyceum Theatre today.  

Journey across the African plains with Disney’s *The Lion King*. Book *The Lion King* tickets in London on TodayTix.

Based on the *The Lion King* Disney movie, this beloved musical follows young lion cub Simba, a prince and heir to Pride Rock, the land of his father, Mufasa. As Simba begins to learn what it means to be a King and to lead his people, Mufasa’s duplicitous brother, Scar, plots to take over the Pridelands. With the help of a pack of hyenas, Simba must face the world alone, discovering a new way of life in the jungle with new friends Timon and Pumbaa. 

The *Lion King* musical is a fun-filled stage spectacular. It features music by Elton John and Tim Rice, incorporating fantastic puppetry to bring the animal kingdom to life. See gazelles move gracefully across the stage, an elephant take to the theatre aisles and birds fly across the auditorium! *The Lion King* London musical is part of the West End's circle of life, after all.

## What to Watch For:

- *The Lion King* isn't just told in English. Songs in *The Lion King* use six different African languages throughout the show, including Zulu, Swahili and Xhosa, representing a variety of African nations and communities.
- Julie Taymor, theatre designer and director, designed the all of the costumes and used carbon fibre to create the animal masks. This made them light enough for the performers to wear, but strong enough to last a while for a long running show.
- In total, there are 232 puppets used in the *The Lion King* in London. The production showcases 25 different species of animals, birds, fish and insects.
- By far, the largest puppet in the show is the Elephant, given the nickname Bertha by the crew. She is 13 foot long and 9 foot wide. It takes four people to work together in order to move the puppet across the Lyceum Theatre's stage.

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It's been fifteen years almost to the week that I first saw Disney's<a href="/show/the-lion-king"> The Lion King</a> in what was its first year in the West End. I don't think even Disney could have predicted that sixteen years later the show would still be London's most popular musical, selling out performances eight times a week and playing to packed crowds.Judging the show against the current climate of the West End, I worried some of the magic may have faded, but Julie Taymor's staging and costume design remains some of the most innovative, impressive and breath-taking to ever be seen on stage - musical or otherwise.Disney Theatricals have grown in strength and statue since the production originally opened on Broadway in 1997, but <a href="/show/the-lion-king">The Lion King</a> remains the jewel in the crown for theatrical integrity and pure spectacle. Seeing the show again in context of Disney's more recent efforts 'The Little Mermaid', 'Newsies' and '<a href="/show/aladdin">Aladdin</a>', you realise how they pail in comparison in terms of creativity and kick yourself for taking Taymor's work for granted.Based on the 1994 animated film, one of the last in the period of the 'Disney Renaissance', the heart-warming tale follows the lion cub Simba as he learns to take his place in the great "circle of life" following the murder of his father Mufassa by his evil uncle Scar. The show combines low comedy (side-kicks Timon and Pumba) with shades of 'Hamlet', resulting in a near perfect and original story that delights both children and adults.The level of detail in the costumes, make up and puppetry is utterly staggering and Taymor creates a visual feast for the eyes aided by Garth Fagan's authentic and energetic choreography that makes you forget you are watching humans. This is blended with the subtlety of the direction that at its most powerful shows a waterhole drying up with just the simplest trick and binds together a fully immersive technical feat. There is simply nothing like this musical on a production level and the fact it stands the test of time and is yet to be bettered is proof alone of its success.The show has had some tightening up in recent years, with one song trimmed ("The Madness of King Scar") and one deleted all together ("The Morning Report") to keep the run time to a family friendly level. All of the set pieces are there - from the opening section where the animals come together to celebrate "The Circle of Life" to the Wildebeest stampede and the battle for Pride Rock. The ingenuity however comes from scenes such as "The Lioness Hunt" and "One By One" that bring a fresh authenticity to the score and showcase a universally talented, athletic and agile ensemble.<a href="/show/the-lion-king">The Lion King</a> is an outstanding creative and emotional musical and will no doubt remain the King of the West End for many years to come. As Disney Theatricals continue to grow their stock and with a Broadway production of 'Frozen' on the horizon, I hope the show isn't taken for granted, as theatre practitioners the world over can learn from Taymor's alchemy.

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Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney's multi award-winning musical will redefine your expectations of theatre.

At its heart is the powerful and moving story of Simba - the epic adventure of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands. 

The Lyceum Theatre is a grand cultural establishment located in London's bustling West End. Featuring a magnificent façade, impressive entryway, and an interior adorned with deep-red velvet, chandeliers, and exquisite gold-leaf embellishment, the Lyceum offers a classic theatre experience with a blend of historic charm and contemporary convenience. It has a seating capacity of over 2,000 occupants, and is known for hosting a wide range of performances, but most notably, it has been the home of 'The Lion King' musical since 1999, attracting thousands of theatre-goers each year. Apart from shows, the theatre has bars on all levels and facilities for wheelchair users. 

## How to get to the venue

The Lyceum Theatre is easily accessible by a variety of transport methods. For those who prefer the tube, Covent Garden station on the Piccadilly Line is the nearest at a 5-minute walk away. There are also several bus routes that stop near the theatre and for those driving, there is designated theatre parking at Q-Park Centres in nearby Trafalgar Square and Chinatown. The theatre's central location also ensures plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops within quick reach.

## Additional Information

Venue opens 90m before showtime.

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The Lyceum Theatre dates back to 1834, but the current theatre opened in 1904. The 1904 renovation saw the auditorium almost completely rebuilt. After 25 years of presenting variety acts, Christmas pantomimes and a series of melodramas presented by the Melville Brothers, the building was closed in 1939 facing demolition. 

Fortunately, it was rescued and reopened in 1951 as the Lyceum Ballroom, a Mecca Ballroom which saw many famous bands perform through the 1970s, including The Who, The Police, Led Zeppelin, U2, Bob Marley and the Wailers. It closed again in 1986 but was restored to theatrical use in 1996, including the addition of an orchestra pit.

## Lyceum Theatre Seating Information

The auditorium has three levels – Stalls, Royal Circle and Grand Circle. In the Stalls, the view of the stage is obstructed by the overhang of the Royal Circle from Row T onwards, but the Stalls generally offer a good view of the stage, with a rake from Row C.

In the Royal Circle, the view of the stage is slightly obstructed by the overhang of the Grand Circle from Row P onwards. The Royal Circle offers good views.

The Grand Circle is set very high in this theatre.

## Where is *The Lion King* in London?

*The Lion King* is at the Lyceum Theatre. *The Lion King* started its record-breaking run of performances at the Lyceum Theatre in 1999.

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