Get Tickets Now for Disney’s The Lion King
Performances through January 4, 2026 at The Paramount Theatre
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect family outing this holiday season, this is it. Disney’s The Lion King has roared back into Seattle for a five-week run at The Paramount Theatre now through January 4, 2026. After seeing it on a mother-daughter night in the city, I can confidently say: it is absolutely worth the trip.
From the moment you walk up to the beautifully lit exterior of the Paramount Theatre, the excitement sets in. The lobby buzzes with families, the merch counter is overflowing with adorable stuffies, collectible souvenirs, and special items for both kids and adults, and the program itself feels like a keepsake. Then, once the show begins… the real magic fills the room.
A Stunning, Emotional, Unforgettable Production
This production is visually extraordinary with breathtaking costumes, intricate puppetry, and staging that makes you forget you’re watching a performance and not witnessing the Pride Lands yourself. The music is as powerful as ever, and the storytelling feels even more moving and relevant today.
One of the standout elements of the evening for us was the child actors. They are phenomenal. Their energy, charm, and talent bring young Simba and Nala to life in a way that had the entire audience cheering. It’s clear why this show has captivated audiences for decades.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or seeing it for the first time, The Lion King feels fresh, compelling, and absolutely unforgettable. It’s truly a show the entire family will enjoy—from the littlest theatre-goers to grandparents.
The Perfect Holiday Experience
With winter break, visiting relatives, and festive outings on the calendar this month, this show is a wonderful way to spend time together. Tickets would also make an amazing experience gift for the holidays. These memories will outlast toys, wrapping paper, or gadgets.
Ticket Information
Tickets are available on-line at STGPresents.org, Ticketmaster.com, by calling 1-800-982-2787 or in person at The Paramount Theatre Box Office (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10am to 6pm). For Groups of 10 or more, please contact groups@broadwayattheparamount.com or call 206-701-8383 for assistance.
The full schedule for The Lion King engagement in Seattle is here: Disney's The Lion King | Broadway at The Paramount. Extra Magic Packages, which include an excellent seat in the theater and show merchandise, are also available.
Ticket buyers are reminded that STGPresents.org is the only official retail ticket outlet for all performances at The Paramount. Ticket buyers who purchase tickets from a ticket broker or any third party should be aware that The Paramount is unable to reprint or replace lost or stolen tickets and is unable to contact patrons with information regarding time changes or other pertinent updates regarding the performance.
The Lion King has been touring North America for more than 23 years, and during that time has welcomed in excess of 25 million theatergoers, making it North America’s longest-running and most-attended Broadway tour. Having already played more than 10,000 performances in over 90 cities across North America, The Lion King now proudly returns to Seattle’s at The Paramount Theatre.
If you’re looking for a show that delivers spectacle, heart, humor, and unforgettable moments, this is it. Don’t miss your chance to see Disney’s The Lion King this season.
ABOUT THE LION KING
Approaching 30 landmark years on Broadway, The Lion King continues ascendant as one of the most popular stage musicals of all time. Since its premiere on November 13, 1997, 30 global productions have been seen by over 124 million people. Produced by Disney Theatrical Group, under the direction of Andrew Flatt, Anne Quart, and Thomas Schumacher, The Lion King has made theatrical history with two productions worldwide running 20 or more years and three others running 25 or more years.
Performed over its lifetime in nine different languages (English, Japanese, German, Korean, French, Dutch, Spanish, Mandarin and Portuguese), there are currently nine productions of The Lion King around the world: Broadway, London, Paris, Hamburg, Madrid, Tokyo, Toronto, Mexico City, and on tour across North America. The Lion King has played over 100 cities in 24 countries on every continent except Antarctica; its worldwide gross exceeds that of any film, Broadway show or other entertainment title in box office history.
The Lion King won six 1998 Tony Awards®: Best Musical, Best Scenic Design (Richard Hudson), Best Costume Design (Julie Taymor), Best Lighting Design (Donald Holder), Best Choreography (Garth Fagan) and Best Direction of a Musical. The Lion King has also earned more than 70 major arts awards including the 1998 NY Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Musical, the 1999 Grammy® for Best Musical Show Album, the 1999 Evening Standard Award for Theatrical Event of the Year and the 1999 Laurence Olivier Awards for Best Choreography and Best Costume Design.
Director, costume designer and mask co-designer Julie Taymor, the first woman to win a Tony Award for Best Director of a Musical, remains actively involved in the show, launching new productions and maintaining the flagship Broadway production.
The Broadway score features Elton John and Tim Rice’s songs from the Lion King animated film along with three 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. The resulting sound of The Lion King is a fusion of Western popular music and the distinctive sounds and rhythms of Africa, ranging from the Academy Award®-winning song “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” to Lebo M’s rich choral numbers.
Elton John, Lebo M, and Hans Zimmer all collaborated on the 2019 version of the film, executive produced by Julie Taymor and Thomas Schumacher, which has gone onto extraordinary worldwide success.
The book has been adapted by Roger Allers, who co-directed the animated The Lion King feature, and Irene Mecchi, who co-wrote the film’s screenplay. Other members of the creative team include: Michael Curry, who designed the masks and puppets with Taymor, Steve Canyon Kennedy (sound design), Michael Ward (hair and makeup design), Anthony Lyn (associate director), Marey Griffith (associate choreographer), Clement Ishmael (music supervisor), Lisa Dawn Cave (production supervisor), Thomas Schlenk (general manager) and ARC/Mark Brandon, CSA (casting). Anne Quart serves as executive producer.
For more information worldwide, visit LionKing.com, www.facebook.com/thelionkingusa and www.instagram.com/thelionking.
For more information about The Paramount, visit www.stgpresents.org
ABOUT SEATTLE THEATRE GROUP (STG)
Seattle Theatre Group (STG) is a nonprofit arts organization and independent event promoter that operates and stewards the historic Paramount, Moore, and Neptune theatres and Kerry Hall in Seattle and an outdoor venue at Remlinger Farms in Carnation, Washington. Every year, STG presents over 850 events that range from concerts of all genres, comedy and podcast shows, speakers, dance performances, and touring Broadway musicals with its Broadway at the Paramount series, serving a diverse community of nearly one million attendees from all over the Pacific Northwest. STG's flagship Education and Community Engagement Program is at the heart of its mission, serving over 40,000 students and community members through more than 500 events annually. These programs, which are largely at no cost to participants, provide opportunities to engage with artists, inspire youth and local artists through training and performance opportunities, and provide access to the arts through access initiatives. These programs deepen the significance of performances presented at STG venues. STG is also the producer of THING, an annual music and arts festival that was founded by Adam Zacks, STG’s Chief Programming Officer and creator of the Sasquatch! Music Festival. THING is an eclectic, all ages experience that celebrates a diverse lineup of local to international musical acts and performances from participants in STG’s varying Education and Community Engagement programs.
Disclaimer: Macaroni KID Kitsap was invited as a guest of STG & Broadway at the Paramount.
