Willingham Performing Arts Academy presents The Lion King Jr. – Saturday, May 9 @ 3pm

Celebrate the Circle of Life in this timeless story of courage, friendship, and destiny. Based on the 1994 animated feature film of the same name, Disney’s THE LION KING JR. is the story of Simba, an adventurous and energetic lion cub who is next in line to be king of the Pride Lands, a thriving and beautiful region in the African savanna. When Simba’s father Mufasa is killed by his uncle Scar, though, Simba is led to believe that his father’s death is his fault, and he is encouraged to run away forever. Scar seizes power and with his already unstable mind deteriorating, the Pride Lands experiences a darkness and desolation from which only Simba can save the animals of the kingdom. Featuring classic songs from the film such as “Circle of Life,” “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” “Hakuna Matata,” and “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” THE LION KING JR. will captivate the imagination of audiences in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale about identity, family, and responsibility.

Disney’s The Lion King Jr. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com

Music and Lyrics by Elton John & Tim Rice

Additional Music and Lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, and Hans Zimmer

Book by Roger Allens & Irene Mecchi

Based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor

Originally produced on Broadway by Disney Theatrical Group

Music Adapted and Arranged by Will Van Dyke

“It’s a Small World” written by Richard M. Sherman & Robert B. Sherman

“Let it Go” written by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez