
Disney's The Lion King
May 6 - May 23, 2021
Schuster Center
$36 - $164
Description
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 the Schuster Center!
More than 100 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.
Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, THE LION KING brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. THE LION KING also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice.
There is simply nothing else like THE LION KING.
Photos:
Brandon A. McCall as Simba. ©Disney. Photo by Deen van Meer.
Circle of Life. Photo by Brinkhoff-Mogenburg.
Brandon A. McCall THE LION KING. ©Disney. Photo by Deen van Meer.
Age Recommendation
All audience members must have a ticket, regardless of age. For the consideration of all patrons, children on laps and/or babes in arms are not permitted at Dayton Live Broadway presentations.
Accessibility
The Saturday matinee performance will be sign interpreted and/or audio described upon request.The Saturday matinee performance will be sign interpreted and/or audio described upon request. Please let the ticket agent know at least two weeks before the performance if you would like either of these services when you order your tickets from Dayton Live. Please understand that while we will make every effort to make reasonable accommodations, certain requests may not be able to be honored.
For detailed accessibility information, including seating, audio, and sign interpretation please visit our Accessibility page.
Parking
The Arts Garage, on the northwest corner of Second and Ludlow Streets, open for all performances at the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, and PNC Arts Annex. The Arts Garage is owned and operated by Dayton Live, so parking there actually helps support the arts venues used by all our great arts organizations. For more parking information, visit our Directions & Parking page.
Ticket Information
Dayton Live is the only outlet authorized to sell tickets to events at the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, PNC Arts Annex, and The Loft Theatre. To learn more about Season Tickets, gift certificates, and Ticket Office hours, call 937-228-3630 or visit DaytonLive.org.
COVID-19 Ticket Guarantee
If, once Dayton Live’s venues are open and performances are again filling our calendar, you feel that COVID-19 conditions make it unsafe for you to attend a performance/event in one of our venues, you’ll have several options starting 30 days before your performance. Click here to learn more about the COVID-19 Ticket Guarantee.
Group Tickets
Want to bring a group? Visit our group information page or call 937-228-7591, ext. 3074.
Dayton Live Ticket Office
937-228-3630
Plus service fees. Prices subject to change.
Extend Your Experience
Background On Broadway
Join us on Wednesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m., Friday at 7 p.m., and Saturday at 1 p.m. during the run of THE LION KING to learn about the development, history, and artistry of the show. This free event is held in the Schuster Center’s 4th Floor Lobby. You must have a ticket to that day’s performance.
Background On Broadway is subject to cast and tour availability and scheduling while in Dayton.

