

THE LION KING is a worldwide phenomenon that redefines the expectations of theatre. “A perfect marriage of entertainment and art” – New York Daily News “There is simply nothing else like it” The New York Times THE LION KING will open for a strictly limited season on Thursday, 24th June 2021 at Spark Arena in Auckland, in a specially designed theatre-mode layout. The Lion King will run at the KeyBank State Theatre August 7 – September 1.Michael Cassel Group, in association with Disney Theatrical Productions, and local presenting partner Spark Arena are proud to announce that Disney’s THE LION KING will premiere in New Zealand in June this year.Īfter a hiatus of over a year, The Lion King International Tour will finally be back on stage and thrilling audiences - and Aotearoa has been chosen as the host! Orders for groups of 15 or more may be placed by calling (216) 640-8600. They can be purchased online at or by calling the Playhouse Square Ticket Office at (216) 241-6000. Guests are also encouraged to bring their own manipulatives, seat cushions, comfort objects and extra support items to the theater for use during the performance.

Playhouse Square will also provide sensory objects including fidgets, earplugs and noise-canceling ear-muffs. They can also enjoy quiet spaces and activity areas. Jarring sounds will be reduced and use of strobe lights focused into the audience has been eliminated.Īudience members will have the opportunity to stand, move, talk or make noise.

This sensory-friendly performance provides a supportive environment for the audience by implementing slight adjustments. Playhouse Square is presenting the first ever sensory-friendly performance of a touring Broadway show in Cleveland on Saturday, August 31 at 1:30 p.m. CLEVELAND - Broadway’s hit musical The Lion King is coming to Cleveland this summer, but this time with a very special performance for individuals with sensory sensitivities, autism spectrum disorders and other sensory, social and cognitive challenges or issues, as well as their families.
