Disney's The Lion King (Rafiki National Tour 2026)
As of October 5, 2026, Disney's The Lion King (Rafiki National Tour 2026) is a theater that is currently in production, currently casting. The production companies attached are Disney+ and ARC Inc. Attached are casting directors Mark Brandon, Jarrett Reiche and 1 other; and director Julie Taymor. It was scheduled to run in New York, NY and Cleveland, OH and 1 other venue from July 2026 to January 2027. Production List last updated this listing on October 5, 2026.
- New York, NY
- Cleveland, OH
- Montreal, QC
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Project Summary
Disney's The Lion King musical national tour production. The story follows young Nala, an 8-12 year old African lion cub who eventually becomes the Queen of the Pridelands and keeps Simba in his place. Songs by Elton John and Tim Rice, with additional music by Hans Zimmer, Lebo M, Mark Mancina, and Jay Rifkin. Book by Irene Mecchi and Roger Allers. Choreography by Garth Fagan. Final callbacks in NYC on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. First rehearsal on or about Tuesday, July 21, 2026 in Cleveland, OH. First performance on or about Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Montreal, QB.
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Cast & Crew
Directing
| Director | Julie Taymor |
Other Crew
| Choreographer | Garth Fagan |
| Lyrics | Tim Rice |
Casting
| Casting Director | Mark Brandon |
| Casting Director | Jarrett Reiche |
| Associate Casting Director | Jaron Cole |
| Kids Casting Assistant | Devi Peot |
Writing
| Book Writer | Irene Mecchi |
| Book Writer | Roger Allers |
Sound & Music
| Music & Lyrics | Elton John |
| Additional Music | Hans Zimmer |
| Additional Music | Lebo M |
| Additional Music | Mark Mancina |
| Additional Music | Jay Rifkin |
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