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Actors in elaborate costumes perform The Lion King musical on stage, with one actor holding up a lion cub puppet against a blue background. Cast of The Lion King musical performing on stage with elaborate animal costumes and puppets, including giraffes and an elephant, in front of a large stylized sun backdrop. Pedestrians walk under a brightly lit marquee for the Broadway musical The Lion King in New York City, with a large lion face graphic and snow on the street.

The Lion King: References & Edit History

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  • Karen Sottosanti
    Karen Sottosanti is a writer and editor who works in educational publishing. 

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Invalidated site: Independent - 'The Lion King' hits a key milestone in its circle of life. Oct 05, 2026
Cross-reference added to Hans Zimmer. Jan 07, 2026
Add new Web site: NPR - Bold Experiment Turned Broadway Hit, 'Lion King' Continues To Thrill οΏ½ And Heal. Mar 11, 2025
Add new Web site: BBC - 'I got major doubt from the movie guys': Julie Taymor on turning The Lion King into the most successful musical ever. Nov 29, 2024
Add new Web site: Independent - 'The Lion King' hits a key milestone in its circle of life. Oct 04, 2024
New article added. Aug 23, 2024
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