That’s around three years and eight months working 24/7. It’s a mechanical and technical engineering masterpiece that was crafted over 34,000 hours.
The musical sees a phenomenal 232 puppets bring the story alive, including rod, shadow, masks and full-sized, featuring 25 species of animal from tiny insects to giraffes and elephants. Julie Taymor and Michael Curry’s puppetry design is imperative to this production.
But with a little help from his friends, Timon, Pumbaa, and Nala - and a clip around the ear from Rafiki, he returns to his homeland to take back the kingdom. However, his evil uncle, Scar, ascends to the throne after getting Mufasa out of the way and exiling the young Prince. The parade to see Simba welcomed into the world was a spectacle to behold, and showcased wonderfully the glorious artistry and innovation we were about to be immersed in for the next two and a half hours.ĭisney's The Lion King is at the Palace Theatre (Image: Deen van Meer)įor those living under Pride Rock for the last 28 years, The Lion King follows the story of young Simba, heir of Mufasa as he prepares to take over the Pride Lands. Within seconds the stage was alive with colour and movement - a feast for the eyes as heads spun to see almost life-size elephants wading through the auditorium, while gazelles leapt and birds flew into the rafters. From that moment onwards, Palace Theatre - a fittingly named venue to host The Lion King - was transformed into the savanna of the Pride Lands as animals emerged from every corner of the room. READ MORE: Cheap tickets for The Lion King, Bugsy Malone and Home Alone in Manchester this NovemberĪs the curtain rises, Rafiki - played by Thandazile Soni - bellows the opening of what is arguably the most recognisable Disney movie intro in the catalogue. While The Lion King may not be the most obvious film to adapt for on-stage, it’s used those challenges to bring to life the majestic Serengeti Plains and the animals who, together, create the Circle of Life in the most magnificent way. Have you ever wished that you could experience watching your favourite movie for the first time all over again? Hear the jokes, feel the emotion and listen to the songs as though they were brand new?įor fans of the 1994 Disney classic The Lion King, that’s exactly how the breathtaking stage production feels - and it’s right here in Manchester for a whopping 19 weeks.
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