Musicals

Disney's The Lion King - Tickets

Duration

2 hrs 30 mins with 1 interval

Age requirement

Suitable for 6+ yrs

The world's #1 musical, Disney's THE LION KING, made its triumphant return to Sydney!

4.8/5(615)

June I

Solo
Verified booking
Last week
I saw the Lion King when it first came to Sydney. It was wonderful this time seeing it again was more meaningful and understood it so much better maybe seeing it being older was so touching gave me goosebumps when it started and I actually got very emotional I guess the music reminded me of South Africa. I'll treasure the memory for ever. June Isaacs

Leonie E

Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The costume designs, clever use of scenery props (such as moving grass, jungle) and the fact that a lot of the characters not only had to manage their lines, their songs but also be puppeteers was incredibly well choreographed and talented. Loved the music and the whole experience. Highly recommend! Seats were also excellent.

Drusilla G

Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Performance was a 10 Great seats The music was amazing , the atmosphere was fantastic the a whole experience was incredible and because we were visiting Sydney to celebrate a 75th Birthday of our lifelong great friend it made this special occasion even better than I imagined

Susanna P

Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The Capitol Theatre was awesome and the Lion King theatrics were cleverly done. A couple of moments in the story would have been confusing if I hadn't already known the plot from the original movie. Overall though, an excellent show which I thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you.

Leanne R

Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Great old theatre to show Lion King, haven't been there for decades. A breathtaking show, I had a smile from ear to ear, particularly the first half. Performers faultless, custumes amazing, and the "puppetry" gob smacking.

Amy S

Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Absolutely incredible! From the cast, the costumes, the drama, the singing - if I didn't attend on the final night, I would have seen it again! Congratulations to the beautiful cast, the orchestra and the crew!
    • Winner of six Tony Awards®, Disney’s The Lion King is now playing at Capitol Theatre for a strictly limited season.

    • A six-time Tony Award winner directed by Julie Taymor, with music by Elton John and lyrics by Tim Rice—it’s Broadway royalty in every sense.

    • Watch the Serengeti unfold with jaw-dropping puppetry, bold choreography by Garth Fagan, and iconic songs like "Circle of Life" and "Hakuna Matata".

    • More than 124 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.

    • Don’t miss your chance to book tickets to The Lion King whilst it is in Sydney and witness how 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 story

    Simba is a young lion prince who lives in the Pridelands. He loves his father Mufasa and is very adventurous, ignoring his responsibilities as the future king. When his Uncle Scar tries to take the kingdom from him, Simba flees and goes to live with Timon and Pumbaa. He eventually learns he must step up and, with the help of his friends, fulfill his destiny to become king.

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    What our guests say

    Anne V

    Group
    Verified booking
    Oct 2026
    Watching The Lion King musical with three generations of our family was truly an unforgettable experience. Sharing this magical production with my two grandchildren, my son, his wife, and GM made it even more special. The spectacular costumes, breathtaking stage design, powerful music, and incredible performances brought the African experience to life before our eyes. Beyond the visual splendour, the story touched our hearts with its timeless lessons about family, courage, love, responsibility, and the circle of life. What made the experience wonderful was seeing how one story could connect us all, regardless of age. For the grandchildren, it was a magical adventure; for the adults, a nostalgic reminder of life's deeper meanings. Most precious of all was creating beautiful family memories together, across three generations, that we will cherish forever.

    Amanda W

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Oct 2026
    The costume were amazing and I love the movie and now to see the musical was awesome. I would see it again and again if I could.

    Sharni T

    Couple
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    Disney's The Lion King was nothing short of extraordinary! Having grown up with such an iconic childhood film, seeing it brought to life on stage was an experience I will never forget. I was completely blown away by the creativity, imagination and incredible talent that went into every single aspect of this production. From the breathtaking costumes, intricate props and stunning backdrops to the lighting, music, singing and choreography, every detail was so beautifully thought out. What amazed me most was how they managed to bring animals to life through human performers. The way the cast used movement, costumes, puppetry and expression to portray the animals while telling such a familiar and emotional story was absolutely remarkable. The creativity and craftsmanship behind those designs deserve so much recognition. Whoever imagined and created them is incredibly talented! Even the musical production was fascinating. From the drummers and sound effects performed at the sides of the stage to the magnificent orchestra beneath it, everything worked together so seamlessly to create something truly magical. The stage design and special effects were unlike anything I have ever experienced. Pride Rock, the elephant graveyard, Simba appearing in the tree, every scene left me wondering how on earth they managed to bring it all together. But my absolute favourite moment was when Mufasa appeared in the sky. I genuinely cannot put into words how incredible that effect was. It was breathtaking and, without a doubt, one of the most extraordinary things I have ever witnessed in live theatre. The cast was phenomenal. The voices, personalities and mannerisms were so beautifully portrayed that at times it genuinely felt like watching the original characters from the film come to life. And the talent of the younger performers was just incredible! What makes this production so special is that it doesn't simply recreate a beloved Disney film. It transforms it into something entirely its own while preserving all the nostalgia, emotion and magic that made us fall in love with The Lion King in the first place. I walked away with an entirely new appreciation for theatre and the extraordinary people working both on stage and behind the scenes. The creativity, precision and sheer talent required to bring a production like this together is almost impossible to comprehend. An unforgettable experience that exceeded every expectation. If you ever have the opportunity to see The Lion King live, please do. It is something truly special, and I would see it again in a heartbeat!

    Wendy R

    Solo
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    A truly unforgettable, world-class theatrical experience! Wow! What an absolutely phenomenal performance of The Lion King! I was completely blown away from beginning to end. It was professional, breathtaking, captivating, and truly an overwhelming experience in the very best possible way. The puppeteering was extraordinary, the actors were phenomenal, the voices were incredible, and the singing was simply magnificent. Every element came together to create something truly magical. The talent, creativity, attention to detail, and sheer brilliance of the entire production were beyond anything I expected. I was captivated throughout the entire performance. It was one of those experiences that leaves you in awe and stays with you long after the curtain comes down. I cannot recommend The Lion King highly enough! If you have the opportunity to see this show, do yourself a favour and go. It is an absolute MUST-SEE and worth every moment. Five stars simply don’t seem enough!

    Kelly M

    Group
    Verified booking
    Last week
    The performance was great, the show, the atmosphere... all wonderful. The reason I gave it only 4 stars though is the problematic booking and issuing of our tickets. . I purchased 7 tickets for myself and my children online through headout, paid using my credit card. It took however, many emails and over 2 weeks in time to be issued our tickets causing stress and worry at the thought of losing the money it cost to book that ibhad already been debited, nor seeing the show, letting my family down if the tickets went away and the panic at losing our seats, which when the tickets were finally issued had indeed happened and we weren't able to sit together as a family , we were split into two groups, one of 4 and the other of 3 as by the time the tickets were issued, our selected and preferred seating was jo longer available due to the wait from payment to issue of tickets.

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