1990's
"The Lion King"
1994 Movie Production
The Lion King is a 1994 American animated epic musical film, produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures. It is the 32nd Disney animated feature film. The story takes place in a kingdom of lions in Africa and was influenced by William Shakespeare's Hamlet. The film was produced during a period known as the Disney Renaissance. The music was composed by Elton John and the lyrics were written by Tim Rice.
The Lion King was released on June 15, 1994, to a positive reaction from critics, who praised the film for its music, story, and animation. It finished its theatrical run as the highest-grossing release of 1994 and the second highest-grossing film of all time. The Lion King garnered two Academy Awards for its achievement in music and the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.
The Lion King was released on June 15, 1994, to a positive reaction from critics, who praised the film for its music, story, and animation. It finished its theatrical run as the highest-grossing release of 1994 and the second highest-grossing film of all time. The Lion King garnered two Academy Awards for its achievement in music and the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.
Story
Mufasa is the king at Pride Rock and his son, Simba, is destined to take over the throne after him, but when Mufasa’s brother Scar hatches a plan to kill them both, the kingdom is thrown into turmoil. Though Scar’s plan succeeds in deposing Mufasa, young Simba lives and grows up with his friends Timon and Pumbaa, a meerkat and a warthog, in the jungle. One day, Simba encounters an old friend, Nala, and she convinces him to return to Pride Rock to claim the throne that is rightfully his and lead the kingdom back to order and prosperity.
Movie Trailer
1997 Broadway Production
|
Since its Broadway opening on Nov. 13, 1997, more than 70 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular - one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage. The Lion King has earned six Tony Awards, including one for Best Musical.
|
Commercial |
Making Of (ABC News)
"Circle of Life" (Good Morning America) |
"Shadowland" (clip) |
"I Just Can't Wait to be King"
|
The Lion King Broadway cast takes over a NYC Subway and sings "Circle Of Life" |
Classroom Education Series
"From Screen to Stage""An Actor Prepares" |
"Behind the Story""Discover the Costumes" |
"Meet the Characters""Masks and Puppets" |
"Making the Music" |
"Dance and Movement" |