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Disney’s award-winning musical The Lion King explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music. It follows the powerful story of Simba as he journeys from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands.

Now in its 28th year at London's Lyceum Theatre, visionary director Julie Taymor’s acclaimed reimagining of Disney's beloved film will redefine your expectation of theatre.

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  • Rafiki represents a Sangoma healer from southern Africa. You will see a number of different ‘medicinal’ items on her costume including bottles and shells. She walks using a staff suggesting age and wisdom.

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    Rafiki represents a Sangoma healer from southern Africa. You will see a number of different ‘medicinal’ items on her costume including bottles and shells. She walks using a staff suggesting age and wisdom.

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  • Mufasa's mask is circular and symmetrical like the sun, it implies that he is balanced and in harmony with nature. 

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    Mufasa's mask is circular and symmetrical like the sun, it implies that he is balanced and in harmony with nature. 

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  • Scar’s headpiece does not include the same circular form as Mufasa's. It is distinctly asymmetrical, sharp and spikey reflecting his persona.

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    Scar’s headpiece does not include the same circular form as Mufasa's. It is distinctly asymmetrical, sharp and spikey reflecting his persona.

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  • Zazu is represented by two elements – the actor who plays the character, and the puppet. This is an example of the 'double event' which allows the audience to encounter the animal traits of the design and the human emotions of the actors simultaneously.

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    Zazu is represented by two elements – the actor who plays the character, and the puppet. This is an example of the 'double event' which allows the audience to encounter the animal traits of the design and the human emotions of the actors simultaneously.

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  • There are over 350 complete costumes in the show, each consisting of several different elements.

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    There are over 350 complete costumes in the show, each consisting of several different elements.

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  • The Hyena's boiler suit costumes have black patches which appear to be tearing off. This signifies that the Hyenas are scavengers and covered in scars.

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    The Hyena's boiler suit costumes have black patches which appear to be tearing off. This signifies that the Hyenas are scavengers and covered in scars.

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  • The actors who portray the giraffes each walk on 4 stilts whilst wearing a tall headpiece which forms the neck and head of the animal. 

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    The actors who portray the giraffes each walk on 4 stilts whilst wearing a tall headpiece which forms the neck and head of the animal. 

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  • Cast members bring various scenes to life as a living, breathing landscape. The grasslands are depicted by cast wearing grass pallets on their heads as they gracefully sway in unison.

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    Cast members bring various scenes to life as a living, breathing landscape. The grasslands are depicted by cast wearing grass pallets on their heads as they gracefully sway in unison.

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