THE LION KING opens April 2026 at the Capitol Theatre for a strictly limited season.
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s THE LION KING, making its triumphant return to Sydney!
More than 120 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music, and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage.
Production Effects & Running Time
THE LION KING is approximately two hours and thirty minutes, including a 20-minute interval.
We recommend allowing enough time to travel to the theatre and arriving up to 40 minutes prior to the start of the show.
Please note this production contains theatrical smoke, fog effects, violence and strobe lighting.
LOCKOUT
Please note that there is a strict lockout policy for latecomers, but once the lockout is lifted, the venue staff will be able to escort you to your seat.
AGE RECOMMENDATION
THE LION KING is suitable for a general audience. As it is a full-length musical, it is recommended for ages 6 and up. Infants under the age of 2 are permitted free of charge provided they do not occupy a seat and you obtain a complimentary ‘babes in arms’ ticket on the day of the performance.
ACCESSIBILITY
Wheelchair seating, audio description, closed captioning & sound enhancement available.
STEP INTO THE CIRCLE OF LIFE
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