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Not So Much....Didn't Live Up To Expectations
Review by: reviewer29, Sep 28, 2008
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After seeing all of the other Disney shows on Broadway (Beauty & the Beast, Mary Poppins, Little Mermaid), I had really high expectations for this.
The costumes and the scenery were incredible, as were the puppeteers, in true Disney fashion.
With that said, I sadly admit apart from that, it was the least exciting Disney show I've seen on Broadway. It dragged at points, and I really was disappointed that the ... read more most popular songs (Hakuna Matata, Can You Feel the Love Tonight, The Lion Sleeps Tonight), were all cut short leaving me wanting more. Act One was too long and I wish they had brought in the older Simba sooner.
Act Two was much better...the adult talent was great, more recognized songs, and it moved quicker.
This is Disney so even at its worse it's still better than a lot that's out there. I would recommend it, but I would NOT recommend it at full price. Wait for mid-Fall promotions or look online to try to find discounts.
As for being the best musical for the family, I do disagree. I think both Mary Poppins and the Little Mermaid blew this one away. I really think the "Festival of the Lion King" at the Walt Disney World Animal Kingdom did a better job than this Broadway version!
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It was the best!!
Review by: JULES, Sep 1, 2008
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What can I say but, EXCELLENT!! I loved this play from start to finish! Everything about it was wonderful!! I really loved the fact that it was all people of color!! I would see it over and over and over again!!
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Great
Review by: DoReSammi, Aug 16, 2008
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I'm actually not a huge fan of Disney movies, but I saw this with my school drama club. And it exceeded my expectations. The singing was phenomenal, I loved the music. It was a really fun show and I'd recommend it.
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THE SHOW MADE MY NEW YORK TRIP WORTHWHILE
Review by: Sarge, Aug 15, 2008
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My Husband and I went to New York for a couple of days and all I wanted was to see the show. It was sold out but we sat in the cancellation line for 3 hours and 15 mins. We got tickets about 15 mins before the show started the tickets were in the orchestra section. The show was magnificent, you can not put it into words, I love Mufasa, Scar and Rafiki and Nala. Those actors are wonderful, I'm speaking of Tshidi Mayne, Derek Smith,... read more, Kissy Simmons, and Nathaniel Stampley. I have seen this show twice and those performers does something to me. I gave them a 5 minute ovation, Derek Smith Tshidi Mayne are my favorites they play the characters so well. I will be back to see the play for the 3rd time next month, I recommend this musical, the costumes are out of this world, it just an amazing show. Thank you Ms Taymor and cast. 5 Stars goes out to you all. I cant wait to come back for the 3rd time. A MUST SEE FOR EVERYONE REGARDLESS OF AGE.
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Don't go
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First-rate show! Gave me goosebumps!!
Review by: Lily, Aug 13, 2008
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I took my daughter to see the Lion King at the Minskoff theater this past weekend for her Sweet 16 birthday. It was glorious!! We didn't even want to blink in fear of missing something. The actors were superb, the music was lovely (gave me goosebumps), the show itself and effects were superb. After the 5 minute standing ovation when people began leaving, my daughter and I looked at eachother wishing we could sit through another showing. I've ... read more seen my share of shows, but this one was beautifully done. Elegant and cute. Must see!!
Lily~
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Review by: Tink, Jul 21, 2008
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Saw Lion King about 9 years ago, and then again this Sunday, July 20. Costuming still as amazing as ever, brilliant minds went into creating this play. I can say I remember the part of young Simba being a bit better my first time around. This time young Simba's voice was a bit weak, however he still did a very good job. Rafiki was GREAT! I had left orchestra seats, row D, first 4 seats off aisle, the third and fourth are somewhat ... read more obstructed.
I sometimes wonder why these seats, even so close to stage, are sold at the same price as center orchestra. Does not seem right. All in all the experience was a good one. I am always in awe of voices and talent. I do recommend seeing this play at least once. I would highly suggest center orchestra or front mezzanine, if you can get first couple rows of center mezzanine. There are things that happen best seem straight on.
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Unique, and quite grand!
Review by: , Jul 17, 2008
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moving, touched by the story, costumes, and Tshidi Manye played a wonderful Rafiki.
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Probably wouldn't recommend
Review by: broadwaymusicalfan, Jul 5, 2008
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Not a very good show. I have seen many Disney shows before ("Beauty and the Beast", "Mary Poppins", "Aida"), and this one was the worst. I would only recommend it, if you have seen almost every other show on Broadway. Oh, and if you do see it, get really REALLY good seats, because you can't see anything in Mezzanine (well, at least at the New Amsterdam you couldn't, don't know about the Minskoff). The only good actor was the girl playing Nala. ... read more But, the set was fabulous!
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Beautiful play
Review by: Maggie, Jun 28, 2008
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I saw the Lion King today, it was my birthday present from my husband. I've always wanted to see the Lion King. It was a beautiful play. You have to see it!!! I cried lol
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Review by: winsome, Jun 23, 2008
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My teenage son & I had seen Lion King on stage in Houston, TX & loved it! He wanted to see it again on Broadway & we were so disappointed we wanted to leave at intermission. If you haven't seen it before, it will probably be enjoyable for the costumes & sets. We found the cast except for Raffiki & the two Nalas sadly lacking. It was our only disappointing show while in New York & we saw five. If it's a repeat for you, skip it!
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