Disney's The Lion King (Rafiki National Tour 2026)
- New York City, NY
- Cleveland, OH
- Montreal, QB
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. Network/Studio: Disney Theatrical Productions / The Walt Disney Company
Production Contacts— Members Only
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 |
Contact details for each person are available to members.
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