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Lyceum Theatre

There's been a theatre on the site since 1812, but the Lyceum's long career hasn't been without bumps. From 1871 to 1902 it was Henry Irving's preferred venue for Shakespeare, usually co-starring Helen Terry, but in 1939 it was closed. It spent some years as a ballroom and music venue -- Bob Marley & the Wailers played a famous gig in 1975 -- but in 1986 it closed again for ten years. In 1996 it was converted back into a venue for musicals, and in 1999 the investment paid off with the UK premiere of The Lion King, which is still going strong. The nearest Tube stations are Covent Garden (Piccadilly) and Temple (District / Circle), and the nearest surface rail is Charing Cross.

What's On @ Lyceum Theatre

The Lion King

The Lion King

1 May 2025 - 29 Mar 2026

With a cast of over 40 actors, singers and dancers, the story of The Lion King is miraculously brought to life in London's West End using masks, puppets and striking costumes to tell the story of young Simba's epic adventures as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and becoming king. The stunning simplicity of The Lion King is the work of a team of designers who draw on diverse cultural influences to recreate the rich colours and vast expanses of the African savanna in this daring and inspiring reinvention of one of the most successful animated films of all time. The Lion King is recommended for a general audience. As an advisory to adults who might bring young people, Disney recommends The Lion King for ages 6 and up. Children under the age of 3 will not be admitted into the theatre. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket. So if you want to see this amazing show, then get your tickets to see Disney's The Lion King right here!
Disney’s The Lion King - Relaxed Performance
In a bid to be as inclusive as possible, Disney’s The Lion King’s spectacular performance has been adapted to suit the needs of those with learning or sensory issues and disabilities. Now in its 24th year run at the Lyceum Theatre on the West End, this special performance of The Lion King is not to be missed. Book your tickets today.
Rob Brydon: A Night of Songs and Laughter
Featuring a sensational live band, 'A Night of Songs and Laughter' tells Rob's personal musical journey from South Wales to the West End and beyond. With a hugely entertaining and brilliantly unexpected selection of songs, Rob will regale audiences with hilarious tales from his distant and recent past.
Story-time with Little Supernovas: The Fisherman & His Wife
Join Little Supernovas and venture into the sea to find magical wish-granting fish! The fisherman and his wife have many things they would like to wish for and their wishes keep getting bigger and bigger - will all their wishes be granted? After Storytime, we go to Twirling Toddlers – our toddlers dance class! Watch your little one find their feet as they discover more about their own movement and physical development - Inspired by story-telling and music, we can't wait to boogie together! Each ticket allows for 1 adult and 1 child
Story-time with Little Supernovas: The Little Mermaid
Join Little Supernovas for a fun retelling of the popular fairytale The Little Mermaid! The Little Mermaid falls in love with a human Prince and makes a deal with a Seawitch to swap her tail for legs - will they get their happily ever after? After Storytime, we go to Twirling Toddlers – our toddlers dance class! Watch your little one find their feet as they discover more about their own movement and physical development - Inspired by story-telling and music, we can't wait to boogie together! Each ticket allows for 1 adult and 1 child

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