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Disney's The Lion King

Presented by Broadway Across America - Boston at The Opera House

February 16-March 21, 2010

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Experience the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING in its eagerly awaited return to the Boston Opera House this February. Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by award-winning director Julie Taymor, whose visual images for this show you’ll remember forever. Thrill to the pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands and an unforgettable score including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscar®-winning song “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” and “Circle of Life.” Let your imagination run wild at the Tony® Award-winning Broadway sensation Newsweek calls “a landmark event in entertainment.”

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    The Opera House

    539 Washington Street Boston, MA 02111

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  • Admission Info

    Tickets: Season tickets now available at broadwayacrossamerica.com Single ticket sales to be announced.

    Info Phone: 800-982-2787

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  • Dates & Times

    Dates:
    February 16-March 21, 2010

    Times:
    Tues, Weds, Thurs at 7:30pm Weds 2/17 at 7pm Fri at 8pm Sat at 2pm, 8pm Sun at 2pm, 7:30pm

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    • Event Name: Disney's The Lion King
      "Mediocre Singing"
      Review posted by: Boston_res from Boston, MA, Mar 01, 2010
      

      Sadly, the acting and singing quality is poor, which is why I gave it the one star. I expect Broadway voices for a performance such as this and what I got was absolutely nothing like I've seen on... Expand

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      Sadly, the acting and singing quality is poor, which is why I gave it the one star. I expect Broadway voices for a performance such as this and what I got was absolutely nothing like I've seen on Broadway or with these touring companies. Perhaps this was due to the accoustics but I was in Orchestra center, row S. I agree with the review below wholeheartedly, but give one star due to the quality of singing (and, this is a musical after all!). Collapse

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    • Event Name: Disney's The Lion King
      "Mediocre"
      Review posted by: NHwoman from New Hampshire, Feb 22, 2010
      

      From the staging to the music and acting, this production cannot hold a candle to the one in Boston several years ago. Every part of the staging seemed pared down, cheap. The singing was not good... Expand

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      From the staging to the music and acting, this production cannot hold a candle to the one in Boston several years ago. Every part of the staging seemed pared down, cheap. The singing was not good (perhaps acoustics played a part also). When I saw this before the depth of voices and orchestra hit you in the pit of the stomach, and produced an emotional response. With this performance, it was impossible to suspend disbelief; with the acting and singing, the sometimes weird staging, and the forced emotionless performances of the main characters, it was an overall disappointment. (Except Scar, and the warthog and his buddy.....they were good).This production is thin, singers are mediocre at best, and the production overall is just ok. Having seen a better production, I really resent paying top dollar for a disappointing production. My advice...wait for another production to come....maybe it will be better. Collapse

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    • Event Name: Disney's The Lion King
      "Once in a lifetime experience"
      Review posted by: outsidethebox from Lynn, MA, Feb 19, 2010
      

      If you have never been, do not miss it! Everyone should have this magical experience. Cast, staging, orchestra, costuming, crew, were impeccable. The Opera House is a fantastic venue. I was amazed at... Expand

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      If you have never been, do not miss it! Everyone should have this magical experience. Cast, staging, orchestra, costuming, crew, were impeccable. The Opera House is a fantastic venue. I was amazed at how thoroughly well-behaved children in the audience were. I was astounded at the talent and discipline of the youngest performers. Do not miss this. Collapse

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    • Event Name: Disney's The Lion King
      "Mediocre Singing"
      Review posted by: Boston_res from Boston, MA, Mar 01, 2010
      

      Sadly, the acting and singing quality is poor, which is why I gave it the one star. I expect Broadway voices for a performance such as this and what I got was absolutely nothing like I've seen on... Expand

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      Sadly, the acting and singing quality is poor, which is why I gave it the one star. I expect Broadway voices for a performance such as this and what I got was absolutely nothing like I've seen on Broadway or with these touring companies. Perhaps this was due to the accoustics but I was in Orchestra center, row S. I agree with the review below wholeheartedly, but give one star due to the quality of singing (and, this is a musical after all!). Collapse

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    • Event Name: Disney's The Lion King
      "Mediocre"
      Review posted by: NHwoman from New Hampshire, Feb 22, 2010
      

      From the staging to the music and acting, this production cannot hold a candle to the one in Boston several years ago. Every part of the staging seemed pared down, cheap. The singing was not good... Expand

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      From the staging to the music and acting, this production cannot hold a candle to the one in Boston several years ago. Every part of the staging seemed pared down, cheap. The singing was not good (perhaps acoustics played a part also). When I saw this before the depth of voices and orchestra hit you in the pit of the stomach, and produced an emotional response. With this performance, it was impossible to suspend disbelief; with the acting and singing, the sometimes weird staging, and the forced emotionless performances of the main characters, it was an overall disappointment. (Except Scar, and the warthog and his buddy.....they were good).This production is thin, singers are mediocre at best, and the production overall is just ok. Having seen a better production, I really resent paying top dollar for a disappointing production. My advice...wait for another production to come....maybe it will be better. Collapse

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    • Event Name: Disney's The Lion King
      "Once in a lifetime experience"
      Review posted by: outsidethebox from Lynn, MA, Feb 19, 2010
      

      If you have never been, do not miss it! Everyone should have this magical experience. Cast, staging, orchestra, costuming, crew, were impeccable. The Opera House is a fantastic venue. I was amazed at... Expand

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      If you have never been, do not miss it! Everyone should have this magical experience. Cast, staging, orchestra, costuming, crew, were impeccable. The Opera House is a fantastic venue. I was amazed at how thoroughly well-behaved children in the audience were. I was astounded at the talent and discipline of the youngest performers. Do not miss this. Collapse

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