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Formidabile Magnifica la recitazione ed il canto. Le scenografie ottimamente sincronizzate
Giuseppe, 13 Apr 2025
Still a great show, but not superlative any more Saw the matinee on a Wednesday. The kids were completely flat, painful to listen to. Timon wasn’t much better, and some of the lines in the skits between Timon and pumba were so mumbled or ill timed that they were incomprehensible, so the jokes didn’t land. are nThe rest was still as good as I’d remembered. Clearly not the “A” cast. Or if it is, the whole production has gone way downhill. Costumes and staging still as incredible as ever.
Abigail, 10 Apr 2025
What a show! We enjoyed every minute of this magnificent show.
Helena, 10 Apr 2025
Just amazing It was fourth time. My oldest son first saw it at 6.hes now 42 and loved it
Debbie, 06 Apr 2025
Amazing The best live musical theatre performance I have ever seen
Ian, 06 Apr 2025
A must see Fast moving. Funny. Wonderful music and special effects brilliant. Always ask if you need assistance the staff were amazing
Linda, 27 Mar 2025
A faithful rehash of the Disney film Not really my sort of thing normally, but accompanied someone who wanted to see it. Costumes, acting, singing and staging were all brilliant. Unfortunately the audience were not very attentive. I have no problem at all with children talking or asking questions, but when grown adults are constantly talking, taking pictures *during* the show despite being warned prior to the show, and with no intervention by theatre staff, then it's a problem. Spoilt quite a lot of the experince. The rake of seats means also that a lot of the show is obscured by the people in front. I got the impression that it was "you want to see this, you've paid, now you just put up with it".
Garry, 27 Mar 2025
Enjoyable matinee performance Not suitable for very young children
Jan, 26 Mar 2025
Absolutely amazing show Costumes where excellent and actors/actresses first class everyone including music lighting and sign writer throughly enjoable the show went to fast
Karen, 25 Mar 2025
Stunning in every way A great show and friendly front of house staff. Acting and costumes were superb and the African music sends shivers down the spine - so powerful.
Penny, 20 Mar 2025
A Must See Incredible, simply incredible, the set, the acting, the choreography, the vocals, the comedy. Wonderful!
Kirsty, 19 Mar 2025
Fantastic Amazing show. The costumes were fantastic. The opening of the show was especially outstanding. Would highly recommend
Belinda, 19 Mar 2025
Fantastic Puppetry I first saw this show 20 years ago and at that time I enjoyed the music, dance, and songs. my 2nd time seeing it I focussed more on the puppetry skilled movements, the whole cast was outstanding, a brilliant show.
Jackie, 19 Mar 2025
Incredible Fantastic show. Bear in mind that there is very little seating in the bars
Julie, 16 Mar 2025
creative prefer original production.
Gina, 14 Mar 2025
Absolute must see!! Amazing experience from start to finish, didn’t want it to end!
Tara, 10 Mar 2025
Amazing experience I took my grandchildren aged 10 and 12 an absolutely amazing experience. We all thoroughly enjoyed the show and would fully recommend
Denise, 09 Mar 2025
A must see show, everything was fabulously done Outstanding entertainment and value for
Money
Brian, 09 Mar 2025
Just brilliant Breathtaking from the start, superb costumes and depictions of the various animals. Suspense, romance, music and spectacle. Has it all
Paul, 06 Mar 2025
The Lion King We attended this show 22+ years ago and it was just as awesome this time as the one we saw in Toronto Canada!!!
Different cast, costumes, presentation but the story was similar and thoroughly enjoyable!
Highly recommend that you see it!!!
Shelley, 04 Mar 2025
Amazing I paid for my mum and dad to go- they have been nonstop raving about it. They loved the whole experience! I am definitely going to be buying myself some tickets to watch!
Georgia, 02 Mar 2025
Absolutely amazing!! Perfect in every detail, touching to bring me tears of joy and delight.
Sofia, 02 Mar 2025
Fifth time of viewing I as keen theatregoers we have taken all our grandchildren to see the show as an introduction to theatre to give an opportunity to love theatre as we do
John, 02 Mar 2025
Five stars Low space for legs in my setas.
Fernando, 01 Mar 2025
Can you feel Can you feel the show tonight
It is where we are
It’s a gift that cast and orchestra
Hit live the very best
Eva, 28 Feb 2025
Great Family Show Went to see show with my 2 8yr old boys, great family day out, we all loved the show 👏👏👏
Matthew, 20 Feb 2025
The sound system needs improving. Dialogues not audible in some parts. Great show. Great ensemble. Very enjoyable.
Sound system a bit of a let down.
Afzaal, 20 Feb 2025
Spellbinding show My daughter and I waited 20 years for the chance to get to London to see The Lion King.....and it was certainly worth the wait. We were spellbound by the actors, the music, the story, which was exactly as the original and the beautiful theatre. Most of the time was spent with tears as we realised a dream come true. Thank you, thank you
Amanda Jane, 19 Feb 2025
A feast of colour Excellent version
Michael, 13 Feb 2025
Just amazing! This show is just amazing.
Everything was perfect.
Latifa, 12 Feb 2025
Poor sound but great show Sound was very poor as if no one had microphones. What's with that?
Bernard, 12 Feb 2025
It was incredible Thank you so much 😊
I had a walking stick, so your lovely staff even offered to me and my friend better seats closer to the stage (and we didn’t need use stairs).
Thank you, I really appreciate your support and kindness 😊
Yuliia, 12 Feb 2025
Overall it was a good experience Desiny always trying to manipulate and play with kids mind by asking the audience for a donation to put LGBTQ subjects in schools. If they are seeking for charity, let Desiny supports Kids of Gaza and Africa pr rebuild Gaza again.
Ghanim, 11 Feb 2025
Awesome Excellent show from start to finish,a must see musical.
Nicholas, 09 Feb 2025
Love this show I would recommend this show to anyone it is quite magical. The storyline is stirring, the music and movement so stirring and the costumes are outstanding. It is gripping throughout. The only disappointment was we attended a matinee with about 1000 school children and their noise, constant fidgeting and clapping inappropriately thro some songs was distracting.
Dawn, 06 Feb 2025
What a treat! What a treat to watch such an all-around fantastic show. Great music, acting, costumes in a very friendly and comfortable atmosphere. My 10 year old was captivated, my teenager thought it was great - it made us think of which show we should go to watch next.
Johanna, 06 Feb 2025
Made my daughter happy She saw the movies Lion King 90’s and new plus Mufasa so she could understand the story she is only 6, and she was happy !!
Rocio, 29 Jan 2025
Amazing amazing amazing! The actors were incredible. The music was amazing. Costumes were perfect and looked realistic. The dances were very unique and entertaining. Overall you can tell how much effort went into this and how much tallent everyone has. So so fun.
Melanie, 27 Jan 2025
If you only see one show in your life…. This is the 3rd time I have seen the lion king & it never fails to move me!
Anne, 27 Jan 2025
Out of this world! Perfect show, must see musical, costumes, stage, music amazing. It felt a little too long for my 6 year old daughter since it was the 7.30pm matinee, prefer the afternoon matinee if you can. Stunning performers!! Thank you for all the efforts!
Alparslan, 21 Jan 2025
A must see This is my 3rd time seeing the lion king. There is SO much to see. Even after seeing it 3 times I honestly was still mesmerized. I love the costumes. I also love Nala’s voice. Rafikii sang he lives in you and it actually brought me to tears and the guy next to me. An amazing show. A must see. 😍
Donna, 20 Jan 2025
Hope you don’t sit back a high person! It was spoiled by the fact that a very large and high person was sitting in front of me and my grandson. It was impossible to se the hole scene even though he was sitting on a pillow.
Nina Cecilie Myren, 20 Jan 2025
Impressive from the very first to the last note I have been to many shows around the world, and I had high expectations for this show. We were not disappointed - great actors, fantastic costumes, blend between humor, show and dramatiurgic effects. Loved it all!
Annenita Bakker, 19 Jan 2025
100/10. Absolutely awesome. A definite must see! I would recommend seats in the circle rather than the stalks. Be prepared to have goose pimples. Outstanding from beginning to end!
Mandy, 18 Jan 2025
Amazing Absolutely amazing show
Caroline, 18 Jan 2025
Brilliant Really good show music was very good and the cast were brilliant would love to see it again
Colin, 16 Jan 2025
Fantastically brilliant Ohhh my goodness the best, colourful, mesmerising musical I have ever seen. Couldn’t take my eyes of the colours, the absolutely brilliant costumes. I am going to see it again
Valerie, 13 Jan 2025
Mind blowing and heart opening! Wow, my first ever London show, flew from Jersey with my 10yr old. This was our first experience, not only di it not disappoint, it blew our minds....the story telling, the acting, dancing, music, costumes, the whole performance was out of this world. Must be the best show happening, top class. Not only the show but the amazing ushers also, they ran us to our seats as got a wrong train so was cutting it fine, was so relieved to make the show and not be refused. BEST EXPERIENCE FROM START TO FINSIH 🥰
NICOLA, 09 Jan 2025
Enjoyment at its best Great show
Bryan, 09 Jan 2025
A dream It was so perfect we really enjoyed every moment
Tiffany, 06 Jan 2025
A magical show Don't miss this wonderful experience!
Patrizio, 06 Jan 2025
Greatest show ever It’s simply amazing, mesmerising and beautiful!
Anne Marie, 04 Jan 2025
One of the most amazing shows The show is wonderful!
Diane, 02 Jan 2025
An incredible performance Outstanding
Maria Carola Rita, 28 Dec 2024
Put this on your bucketlist! I'm not really a musical fan but the lion king is one i had to see especially because it was my birthday (24th of dec) it was the best gift ever! The first note hit you in the soul from then on it was spectacular! I laughed, cried and sing along.The production is amazing! Unfortunately I had to leave earlier to catch a plane. I missed like the last 15min. A good reason to come back and watch the show again!
Erwinia, 27 Dec 2024
Amaaaazing Positives only. Theatre is beautiful with great facilities. Show was the best I've ever seen. Fabulous.
Leigh, 14 Dec 2024
Amazing show Wow I am bowled over by how wonderful this show is. The acting, music and costumes were superb.
Annette, 12 Dec 2024
Incredible Fantastic show
Sophie, 07 Dec 2024
Loved it! Bringing a timeless classic to life. Great costumes, choreography and singing.
Faith, 04 Dec 2024
PERFECT AND VALUE FOR MONEY I WOULDNT RECOMEND IT FOR KIDS UNDER 4, ITS TOO LONG FOR OUR LITLE FRIENDS
Ioannis, 03 Dec 2024
A must see! Amazing I loved every part of the show. All our family loved it. 😍
Super amazing show!
Arberora, 01 Dec 2024
the best show in town the special effect are extreamly outstanding the acting was superb and humerus in the rihgt places and the story line was easy to follow
Graham, 29 Nov 2024
Amazing !!!!!!!!! Amazing! Perfection! One of kind! The only problem is the scene of Simba and Scar fighting- not enough energy and powerful of Simba character! The children looks without energy also but this depends on directing
Slava, 28 Nov 2024
Excellent Everything was spectacular! The music, the actors and the costumes. You will get chills more than once.
Karina Weis, 27 Nov 2024
Fantastic You forgot people were inside the animals. It was superb all round
Mary, 26 Nov 2024
Beautiful production!!!! Fabulous to see Lion King yesterday. It’s a great day out in London. We take our great city for granted. It’s a wonderful city either way much enjoyment and talent but it all get expensive so once in a while is fine with me. Love love love!
Rupa, 21 Nov 2024
Amazing ….not to be missed I didn’t know what to expect and it blew my mind how good it was
Really an amazing show
Rosemaria Sharon, 20 Nov 2024
A must see We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the Lyceum Theatre in London to watch The Lion King. Whilst I had already seen this show in Melbourne, Australia years ago, this was an absolutely spectacular show, costumes, music, players, everything was outstanding.
Jenny, 19 Nov 2024
An Absolute Must See!! Everything about this show was amazing. So,so good in every respect. We loved it! Something I wanted to see for ages and eventually went with my grandchildren who were equally impressed.
Julie, 18 Nov 2024
Wonderfull Experience Wonderful show. Colourful and amusing show. God vocals
Ann Bettina, 18 Nov 2024
The most spectacular show I've ever seen! This show was absolutely spectacular, and an incredible interpretation of the movie I grew up loving as a child. I loved every minute, and shed a few tears at the start and end- I was moved by the sheer power and beauty of the production.
My 4 year old found some parts (like the hyeanas) a little scary.
Charissa, 18 Nov 2024
Best seats in town The show is amazing 👏 The costumes are really clever and the staging is beautiful. Stunning performance!
KATHLEEN, 16 Nov 2024
Incredible Not enought proposal of snacks at the bar ..to basic
ksenia, 15 Nov 2024
Exceptional It’s my second time to attend the show after ten years. Still attractive and exciting
Mohamed, 13 Nov 2024
Fantastic show the Production was amazing The only downside to the whole experience is that the security staff were very rude :(
Ann, 12 Nov 2024
Simply stunning 20 years since we last saw the Lion King and it’s only got better ! Simply incredible xx
David, 07 Nov 2024
Fantastic immersive experience Fabulous show from start to finish. The characterisation of the animals is superb. Music is excellent and you are just whisked into the world of Simba and Co.
Margaret, 06 Nov 2024
Fabulous, mesmerising and magical!! A musical to remember, our kids simply adored the entire show!!
Loredana, 02 Nov 2024
Amazing! The Lion king had amazing costumes and acting. The singing and entertainment was very professional.
Sara, 31 Oct 2024
Amazing Amazing show
Maria, 30 Oct 2024
Just AMAZING Wonderful show
Maria, 30 Oct 2024
Wonderful It was very nice but i think young Nala should have been a little louder 😊 Very friendly cast
Aldana, 29 Oct 2024
Choosing a good seat location can be tricky No speakers at the back so stay close to the stage if you can
tamim, 26 Oct 2024
Must see Really enjoyed it and my grandaughter was amazed
Terasa, 24 Oct 2024
Amazing Must see! Very professional and creative.
Noura, 22 Oct 2024
It was fantastic Very good!
Ulrika, 22 Oct 2024
Spectacular mesmerising show Lionking was truly exceptional and surpassed our expectations!
We done to everyone involved! We adored it!
Michele, 20 Oct 2024
Creative Wonderful, Creative Costumes, and Overall Production; Materful Pupettering, Sound Quality was Average,
RICHARD, 19 Oct 2024
Out of this world!, not to be missed! Absolutely blown away with this show, it’s my first west end show in London and planning on seeing many more!
Maurice, 16 Oct 2024
Incredible show It’s the second time I’m going and the scenography has changed, different and more captivating… I loved it
Manuela, 16 Oct 2024
Wow! We loved it. I got tears in my eyes already in the beginning, was so impressed with the music and costumes!
Laura, 16 Oct 2024
Amazing! Amazing for all ages.
Three generations; my 11 and 7 year olds, me and my wife, and my parents, were mesmerised from start to finished.
Thank you so much!
Kevin, 16 Oct 2024
Out of this world The lion King was spectacular, I would recommend anyone to go
noreen, 05 Oct 2024
Still one to go and see An outstanding production of the Lion King at the west end theatre. The only thing that was annoying was sometimes the mikes appeared to not pick up the actors lines and you had to wait to try and piece together what was said by the actions of the actors. Would recommend this in a heartbeat to anyone who wishes to have an uplifting evening.
Mark, 02 Oct 2024
Brilliant Loved the show
Estrella, 30 Sep 2024
Absolutely Amazing!!! Fantastic show, the opening is breathtaking!!!!!
Christopher, 29 Sep 2024
Spectacular performance I think the show was amazing. And its an experience that cannot be described. Its definitely a show to see. Went with hubby (who hates theatres) 8year old and 9year old. Who all loved every bit. Safe to say we had a great time
Ilayda, 29 Sep 2024
Amazing The show was amazing and would go again and anyone who hasn't been go you will love it
Mandy, 28 Sep 2024
Great and colorful New and the family had amazing time
Samer, 26 Sep 2024
15 out 10! This show was amazing, within the first two minutes I was already captivated and mesmerized. The acting and singing was superb and the imagery was so beautiful. This is definitely a must see!
LaTesha, 26 Sep 2024
