Modified Festival of the Lion King returning this Summer to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Festival of the Lion King

Just announced a modified Festival of the Lion King will be returning this summer to Disney’s Animal Kingdom!

Modified Festival of the Lion King returning this Summer to Disney's Animal Kingdom

Disney is starting the process of bringing back to work more singers, dancers, technicians and other cast members, from one of the most popular shows at Walt Disney World Resort. Expected this summer, the Harambe Theatre at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park will host that fan-favorite troupe of musical storytellers, along with Simba and his friends, in a celebration of the incomparable “Festival of the Lion King.”


Related – Stars of Broadway’s The Lion King Meet Up With the Cast of the Festival of the Lion King at Animal Kingdom

When it returns, “Festival of the Lion King” will be presented in a modified format to be mindful of the current environment. There will be adjustments to the show on stage and backstage, including updates to choreography to allow for appropriate physical distancing. They will also adjust how the audience is seated, in line with other theater-based experiences at Walt Disney World Resort.

Modified Festival of the Lion King returning this Summer to Disney's Animal Kingdom

Join the inhabitants of the Pride Lands for a grand gala in honor of Simba, the lion cub who would be king.

As the lights dim, hear the sounds of the African savanna. A kinetic kaleidoscope of color floods the stage as colossal puppets, extravagantly costumed dancers, a daring fire dancer and incredible stilt walkers dazzle the senses.

During spectacular theatrics, you’ll relive all the classic songs from The Lion King, including “Hakuna Matata” and “Can You Feel the Love Tonight?” The spectacular finale includes a soaring rendition of “Circle of Life.”

It’s a moving and immersive theatrical experience celebrating music that has touched generations of Disney fans—and a festival you’ll want to be part of again and again!

 

Stay tuned to Chip and Co for an opening date!

 

Source Disney Parks Blog

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