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The Lion King Musical Roaring Back to Singapore in 2018!
By Flora / 08 Mar 2017 (Wednesday)
Hakuna Matata!
The beloved musical ‘The Lion King’ announces its new international tour with Singapore as one of its stops!
The musical will premiere in Manila in March 2018 followed by Singapore in June 2018, South Korea, Taiwan and South Africa. The international tour, which will be performed in English, will launch in celebration of THE LION KING’s 20th anniversary on stage and the title’s 25th global production. The musical played in Singapore in March 2011 and ended its run on 30th October 2011.
“We’re proud to partner with our long-time friend Michael Cassel to bring the world renowned stage production of THE LION KING to these vibrant cities,” said Thomas Schumacher President & Producer, Disney Theatrical Productions.
The show’s director, costume designer and mask co-designer Julie Taymor said "It is wonderful that these countries in Asia will be able to experience this new South African cast of THE LION KING. They’re in for a tremendous treat as the soul of this music will come through these extraordinary performers. Asia is a big part of my life, having spent four years in Indonesia and travelled throughout many countries in the region. It is thrilling to bring this production back to a part of the world that has been a major inspiration in my life.”
Further announcements regarding theatres and dates will be made over the coming months.
Stay tuned to InCinemas for the latest updates!