Learn more about Detroit area shows by visiting Broadway in Detroit on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.Detroit, Michigan is the place where music, arts, culture and history combine, with historic theatres built as early as the 1920’s. The Detroit engagement of Disney’s The Lion King is presented by arrangement with Broadway In Detroit. There are also special Thursday matinees on February 2 and 23 at 1 p.m.Tickets are on sale at all Ticketmaster locations, online at or by phone at 1-800- 982-2787 and at The Fisher Theatre box office. The music in this show is outstanding!įor more information, visit. The resulting sound of THE LION KING is a fusion of Western popular music and the distinctive sounds and rhythms of Africa. The Broadway score features Elton John and Tim Rice’s music from The Lion King animated film along with new songs by John and Rice additional musical material by South African Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Julie Taymor and Hans Zimmer and music from Rhythm of the Pride Lands, an album inspired by the original music in the film, written by Lebo M, Mark Mancina and Hans Zimmer.

In its 19th year, The Lion King continues ascendant as one of the most popular stage musicals in the world. Having played over 100 cities in 20 countries on every continent except Antarctica, The Lion King’s worldwide gross exceeds that of any film, Broadway show or other entertainment title in box office history. Having already played more than 70 cities across North America, The Lion King now proudly makes its Detroit return this February. The North American touring productions of The Lion King have been seen by more than 17 million theatergoers and grossed over $1.2 billion to date. I saw it in NYC the year after its debut and literally cried during the opening scene - it’s that stunning! I can’t wait to take my oldest to this show for a special night out! ABOUT THE SHOW This production is by far my absolute favorite show – EVER. If there is one Broadway show you attend this year, I would highly suggest it be The Lion King.This amazing show is coming to the Detroit Opera House Feb.

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