Five reasons ‘The Lion King’ — now in Denver — still wows musical theater audiences

For a show that’s nearly 30 years old, “The Lion King” at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts is still awe-inspiring. Here’s why.
The Grio

‘The Lion King’ musical cast to mark Black History Month with ‘Black excellence in the arts’ celebration

"The Lion King" touring company's cast members and others will perform and engage with students in a one-night event in California. “The Lion King” North American tour is underway, bringing Disney’s ...
Houston Chronicle

A conversation with the South African cast members of 'The Lion King' musical currently in Houston

"The Lion King" is set in a fictional African utopia known as the Pride Lands. But the long-running musical's heart is rooted in the very real talents of several South African artists. Lebo M, a South ...
WBAL-TV

'It exemplifies Black excellence': Actors speak on uniqueness of 'The Lion King' musical cast

EXCELLENCE IN THE ARTS. 300 STUDENTS FROM LOCAL COLLEGES, HIGH SCHOOLS AND MIDDLE SCHOOLS GOT TO ENJOY PERFORMANCES FROM THE AWARD WINNING SHOW. ALL ABOARD! EVERY ASPECT OF THE LION KING YOU SEE ...
Boston Herald

Lin-Manuel Miranda joins ‘Lion King’ legacy with ‘Mufasa:’ ‘It felt like just this amazing world to play in’

An elaborate origin story with new musical numbers by Lin-Manuel Miranda, “Mufasa: The Lion King” looks poised to be another Disney holiday hit. Miranda has a long, productive history songwriting for ...