The Lion King at Saenger Theatre

North American Tour

It's part of human nature to love a good story. But there is a massive difference between an everyday kind of story and a story that complete captivatesyou.

We're talking about a story that will have you on the edge of your seat!

It hits the sweet spot, and you'll think about it for a long time to come - and this is exactly the kind of story The Lion King is made of.

Inject into the equation an insanely talented rave-reviewed cast that has walked the extra mile in pursuit of perfect characterization, knows how to epitomize, knows how to absolutely explode with energy and chemistry, and how to get an audience to eat out of their hands - and you have a winning recipe, and are well on the way to a theatrical experience like no other. And let's be honest, it's a rarity to come across performers who know how to captivate quite like the cast of The Lion King - it's that 'all or nothing' kind of stuff that off-the-charts artistry is made of. With groundbreaking puppetry and costume design by Julie Taymor that transforms actors into the animals of the African savanna, this production brings Simba, Nala, Mufasa, Scar, Rafiki, Timon, and Pumbaa to life like never before.

Then we're not even talking about the exceptional choreography that is delivered with flawlessness and in perfect combination; the thrilling razzmatazz of all the special effects coming together like clockwork; the jaw-dropping lighting design; the astonishing costumes; the visual spectacular that is the scenic design, and the stunning vocal prowess of the cast belting-out one showstopper after the next.

In short, and to the point, The Lion King is truly a enjoyable Musical that is on its way to the top fast. Winner of multiple Tony Awards including Best Musical in 1998 and seen by over 120 million people worldwide, this North American Tour brings all of this from the ingenious creative minds of a visionary, internationally acclaimed creative team who has truly created the pinnacle of live theatre - and this fall this Broadway magic is coming to you, New Orleans, as part of the Broadway in New Orleans 2026-2027 season!

And now for the cherry on the top - the incredible venue where The Lion King will be brought to life this fall!

Saenger Theatre features only the best in live Broadway entertainment

The Saenger Theatre has a bumpered-up annual calendar featuring only the best in live entertainment, and audiences pull up en masse to the Saenger Theatre time and again to catch the latest revivals, the classics, and newcomers. This historic theater, originally opened in 1927 and beautifully restored in 2013, features stunning Italian baroque courtyard-inspired architecture with a starry ceiling and is located just steps from the French Quarter.

The Saenger Theatre ticks every single box - from top-tier stage equipment to crystal clear views of the stage, from perfect acoustics to fantastic amenities, which makes it the perfect location to stage a large-scale, award-winning Broadway musical such as The Lion King. The Saenger Theatre can host quite a large number of patrons at any given time, with luxurious seats throughout multiple levels including Orchestra and Balcony seating, Club Seats with lounge access, and Grand Suites in private boxes, with plenty of options for everyones different budget and taste.

So what are you waiting for, get your tickets now - and get to see The Lion King live on stage! Doors open at 6:30 PM for this Thursday 5th November 2026 7:30 PM showing. Prices from $61 USD. Runtime is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes with one intermission.