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June 27, 2025–July 13, 2025
Casa del Prado Theatre

*No performances July 4-6

Directed by Kandace Crystal
Music Directed by Desha Crownover

Music and Lyrics by Elton John and Tim Rice
Additional Music and Lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin and Hans Zimmer
Book by Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi
Based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor


Our 77th Season of Shows, 2024-2025

Disney’s The Lion King, JR.

Based on the hit 1994 Disney movie and Broadway musical, Disney’s The Lion King, JR. is the timeless tale of Simba, a young lion born to be king, who is forced to flee after the death of his father, Mufasa. On the outskirts of the kingdom, Simba learns about identity, family, responsibility, and what he has to do in order to make things right for the Pride Lands. Featuring classic songs like “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” “Circle of Life” and “Hakuna Matata,” the entire family will enjoy the perfect theatrical spectacle that is The Lion King, JR.

Sensory-Friendly performance on Saturday, July 12 at 11am. Please contact box office at 619-239-8355 to reserve seats.

ASL-Interpreted performance ASL-Interpreted performance on Saturday, July 12 at 2pm. Optimal viewing of the interpreters is from the red section on the seating map.

Anticipated run time: 1 hour, 15 minutes, including 15-minute intermission

JT Premiere! Recommended for all ages!

Please note: For this special production, ALL seats are $15 (plus $2.50 per ticket service fee). No discounts, group or otherwise, are available and gift certificates are not valid for this show.

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COVID-19 Policy:

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Upcoming Performances

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Disney's The The Lion King JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com. Production sponsored in part by the County of San Diego, the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture, and the City of San Diego Park and Recreation Department.