Disney's the Lion King: National Tour July 19, 2008
2700 F St Nw
Washington, District of Columbia 20037
Washington, District of Columbia 20037
This acclaimed production is based on the animated Disney movie, but is quite different from the film. From the startling opening, featuring life-sized animal representations taking over the stage to pay tribute to Mufasa, the lion king, this is a unique theatrical experience that tries to make a statement about the cycle of life and death in the wilderness. The music is by Elton John and Tim Rice, and some of the songs include 'Circle of Life' and 'Hakuna Matata.'
Added by Upcoming Robot on July 17, 2008
Comments
big tom
Unfortunately the attempt to make a statement about the cycle of life etc, appears to have sacrificed much of the wonderful music and lyrics for which Lion King is known (Elton John and Tim Rice!) I believe most people go to enjoy the music and story that they know and love, performed live on stage. I was disappointed in quality of singing voices, and clarity of lyrics and dialog. I did not see the show in NY, but find it difficult to believe that this is the show that was there for so long. Perhaps I am overly critical, but when I see 'Lion King' advertised, I expect to see and hear 'Lion King' and not some distorted version of it.