‘Lion’ roars in Abu Dhabi

The Lion King made its historic Middle East debut in the UAE capital and will run for four glorious weeks at Etihad Arena, Yas Island.

“Director Julie Taymor and her extraordinary creative team first brought The Lion King to the stage in a stunning production 25 years ago, and this production brings that vision to thrilling life at every performance,” said Thomas Schumacher, President and Producer Disney Theatrical Productions, in an earlier statement. “It’s a joy to bring The Lion King to the Middle East for the first time in the show’s history.”

Brought to the UAE by Proactiv in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Miral, the adaptation of Disney’s 1994 animated movie is a coming-of age tale of young lion prince Simba.