The Lion King

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Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist.

More than 100 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.

Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, The Lion King brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway.

Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. The Lion King also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice.

There is simply nothing else like The Lion King.

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LocationVenueDatesTickets
Detroit, MIDetroit Opera HouseMarch 12–April 5, 2026Tickets
Grand Rapids, MIDeVos Performance HallApril 8-26, 2026Tickets
Norfolk, VAChrysler HallApril 30–May 17, 2026Tickets
Providence, RIPPACMay 20–June 7, 2026Tickets
Cincinnati, OHAronoff CenterJune 10–July 5, 2026Tickets
Cleveland, OHKeyBank State TheatreJuly 8–August 16, 2026 Tickets
Montreal, QCPlace des ArtsAugust 19–September 6, 2026Tickets
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Pittsburgh, PABenedum CenterSeptember 9-27, 2026
New Orleans, LASaenger TheatreOctober 21–November 8, 2026
Louisville, KYKentucky CenterNovember 12-29, 2026
Los Angeles, CAPantages TheatreDecember 17, 2026–February 13, 2027
San Diego, CACivic TheatreFebruary 18–March 7, 2027
East Lansing, MIWharton CenterApril 8-25, 2027
Greensboro, NCTanger CenterMay 19-30, 2027
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Indianapolis, INMurat TheatreSeptember 12-29, 20182018-2019
Peoria, ILPeoria Civic CenterOctober 2-13, 20182018-2019
Boise, ID *Morrison CenterOctober 17–November 4, 20182018-2019
Las Vegas, NVSmith CenterNovember 7-25, 20182018-2019
Fresno, CASaroyan TheatreNovember 28– December 9, 20182018-2019
Seattle, WAParamount TheatreDecember 13, 2018–January 6, 20192018-2019
Eugene, ORHult CenterJanuary 9-20, 20192018-2019
Spokane, WAFirst Interstate CenterJanuary 23– February 3, 20192018-2019
Appleton, WIFox Cities PACFebruary 7-24, 20192018-2019
Springfield, MOHammons HallFebruary 27–March 10, 20192018-2019
Sarasota, FLVan Wezel PAHMarch 14-31, 20192018-2019
Fort Myers, FLMann Performing Arts HallApril 3-21, 20192018-2019
West Palm Beach, FLKravis CenterApril 24–May 5, 20192018-2019
Miami, FLArsht CenterMay 8-26, 20192018-2019
Norfolk, VAChrysler HallMay 29–June 9, 20192018-2019
Toronto, ONPrincess of Wales TheatreJune 13–August 4, 20192018-2019
Cleveland, OHKeyBank State TheatreAugust 7–September 1, 20192018-2019
Pittsburgh, PABenedum CenterSeptember 4-29, 20192019-2020
Boston, MABoston Opera HouseOctober 3-27, 20192019-2020
Louisville, KYKentucky CenterOctober 30– November 17, 20192019-2020
Grand Rapids, MIDeVos Performance HallNovember 20–December 1, 20192019-2020
North Charleston, SCNorth Charleston PACDecember 4-15, 20192019-2020
Rochester, NYAuditorium TheatreDecember 19, 2019–January 5, 20202019-2020
Cincinnati, OHAronoff CenterJanuary 8–February 2, 20202019-2020
Milwaukee, WIMarcus CenterFebruary 5–March 1, 20202019-2020
South Bend, INMorris PACMarch 4-11, 2020 2019-2020
Toledo, OHStranahan TheaterMarch 25–April 12, 2020 ^2019-2020
Omaha, NEOrpheum TheaterApril 15–May 10, 20202019-2020
Denver, CODenver CenterMay 13–June 14, 2020 #2019-2020
Tempe, AZASU GammageJune 17–July 12, 2020 #2019-2020
Costa Mesa, CASegerstrom CenterSeptember 2-27, 20202019-2020
San Jose, CACenter for Performing ArtsJuly 15–August 8, 2020 +2020-2021
San Diego, CACivic TheatreAugust 12-30, 2020 +2020-2021
Wichita, KSCentury II PACOctober 1-18, 2020 #2020-2021
Memphis, TNOrpheum TheatreOctober 21–November 8, 2020 #2020-2021
Tulsa, OKTulsa PACNovember 11-29, 2020 +2020-2021
Monterrey, MXShowcenter ComplexDecember 3-13, 20202020-2021
San Antonio, TXMajestic TheatreDecember 17, 2020–January 10, 2021 #2020-2021
Fort Worth, TXBass Performance HallJanuary 13-31, 2021 +2020-2021
Nashville, TNTPACFebruary 3-27, 2021 #2020-2021
Greensboro, NCTanger CenterMarch 2-14, 2021 #2020-2021
Madison, WIOverture CenterMarch 18–April 11, 2021 +2020-2021
Schenectady, NYProctors TheatreApril 15–May 2, 2021 +2020-2021
Dayton, OHSchuster CenterMay 6-23, 20212020-2021
Philadelphia, PAAcademy of MusicMay 26–June 13, 2021 +2020-2021
Toledo, OHStranahan Theater(June 16–July 3, 2021 ^) #2020-2021
Los Angeles, CAPantages TheatreJuly 8–September 4, 2021 +2020-2021
Toledo, OHStranahan Theater(September 15–October 3, 2021 #) +2021-2022
Wichita, KSCentury II PACSeptember 29–October 17, 2021 # ℹ2021-2022
Cleveland, OHKeyBank State TheatreOctober 1-15, 20212021-2022
San Antonio, TXMajestic TheatreOctober 20–November 7, 2021 #2021-2022
Memphis, TNOrpheum TheatreNovember 11-24, 2021 # ℹ2021-2022
Denver, CODenver CenterDecember 2, 2021–January 2, 2022 ^ ℹ2021-2022
Nashville, TNTPACJanuary 8-23, 2022 # ℹ2021-2022
Detroit, MIDetroit Opera HouseJanuary 27–February 20, 20222021-2022
Greensboro, NCTanger CenterFebruary 23–March 6, 2022 #2021-2022
Richmond, VAAltria TheaterMarch 9-20, 20222021-2022
Columbia, SCKoger CenterMarch 23–April 3, 20222021-2022
Austin, TXBass Concert HallApril 7-24, 20222021-2022
Wichita, KSCentury II PACApril 27–May 8, 2022 ℹ2021-2022
Oklahoma City, OKCivic Center Music HallMay 11-29, 20222021-2022
St. Louis, MOFabulous Fox TheatreJune 1-19, 20222021-2022
Tempe, AZ ‡ASU GammageJuly 5-31, 2022 ^2022-2023
San Jose, CACenter for the Performing ArtsAugust 3-21, 2022 #2022-2023
San Diego, CACivic Theatre
August 24–September 11, 2022 #2022-2023
Tucson, AZCentennial HallSeptember 14-25, 20222022-2023
Salt Lake City, UTEccles TheaterSeptember 29–October 23, 20222022-2023
New Orleans, LASaenger TheatreOctober 27–November 13, 20232022-2023
Chicago, ILCadillac Palace TheatreNovember 17, 2022–January 14, 20222022-2023
Fort Worth, TXBass Performance HallJanuary 18-29, 2023 #2022-2023
Los Angeles, CAPantages TheatreFebruary 2–March 26, 2023 #2022-2023
Des Moines, IADes Moines Civic CenterMarch 30–April 16, 20232022-2023
Toledo, OHStranahan TheaterApril 19–May 7, 2023 +2022-2023
Madison, WIOverture CenterMay 9-28, 20232022-2023
Tulsa, OKTulsa PACJune 1-17, 2023 #2022-2023
Washington, DCOpera HouseJune 21–July 29, 20232022-2023
Schenectady, NY ‡Proctors TheatreAugust 3-13, 2023 #2022-2023
Philadelphia, PAAcademy of MusicAugust 16–September 10, 2023 #2022-2023
Monterrey, MX †Showcenter ComplexSeptember 19–October 1, 2023 #2023-2024
Lubbock, TXBuddy Holly HallOctober 5-15, 20232023-2024
Albuquerque, NMPopejoy HallOctober 18–November 5, 20232023-2024
Reno, NVGrand Sierra ResortNovember 9-19, 20232023-2024
San Francisco, CAOrpheum TheatreNovember 22–December 30, 20242023-2024
Portland, ORKeller AuditoriumJanuary 4-28, 2024 2023-2024
Costa Mesa, CASegerstrom CenterFebruary 1-25, 2024 ^2023-2024
Omaha, NEOrpheum TheaterFebruary 29–March 24, 2024 ^2023-2024
Minneapolis, MNOrpheum TheatreMarch 27–April 28, 20242023-2024
Dayton, OHSchuster CenterMay 1-12, 2024 #2023-2024
Durham, NCDPACMay 15–June 9, 20242023-2024
Columbus, OHOhio TheatreJune 12–July 7, 20242023-2024
Houston, TXHobby CenterJuly 11–August 4, 20242023-2024
Charlotte, NCBelk TheaterAugust 8–September 8, 20242023-2024
Greenville, SCPeace CenterSeptember 11-29, 20242024-2025
Atlanta, GAFox TheatreOctober 2-20, 20242024-2025
Ottawa, ONNational Arts CentreOctober 24–November 10, 20242024-2025
Hartford, CTThe BushnellNovember 13–December 1, 20242024-2025
Syracuse, NYLandmark TheatreDecember 4-15, 20242024-2025
Buffalo, NYShea’s PACDecember 18, 2024–January 5, 20252024-2025
Kalamazoo, MIMiller AuditoriumJanuary 29–February 9, 20252024-2025
Baltimore, MDHippodrome TheatreFebruary 12–March 2, 20252024-2025
Fort Lauderdale, FLBroward CenterMarch 6-30, 20252024-2025
Tampa, FLStraz CenterApril 2-20, 20252024-2025
Orlando, FLDr. Phillips CenterApril 23–May 18, 20252024-2025
Kansas City, MOMusic HallMay 22–June 1, 20252024-2025
Dallas, TXMusic HallJune 4–July 3, 20252024-2025
Edmonton, ABNorthern Alberta Jubilee AuditoriumJuly 9-27, 20252024-2025
Calgary, ABSouthern Alberta Jubilee AuditoriumJuly 30–August 17, 20252024-2025
Vancouver, BCQueen Elizabeth TheatreAugust 20–September 14, 20252024-2025
Portland, OR §Keller AuditoriumSeptember 17-28, 2025 2024-2025
Anchorage, AKAlaska PACFall 2025 2025-2026
Chicago, ILCadillac Palace TheatreOctober 3-19, 20252025-2026
Denver, CODenver CenterOctober 23–November 16, 20252025-2026
Las Vegas, NVSmith CenterNovember 19-30, 20252025-2026
Seattle, WAParamount TheatreDecember 4, 2025–January 4, 20262025-2026
Sacramento, CASAFE Credit Union PACJanuary 7-25, 20262025-2026
Spokane, WAFirst Interstate CenterJanuary 28–February 15, 20262025-2026
Boise, IDMorrison CenterFebruary 18–March 7, 20262025-2026

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2019-20202020-20212021-20222022-20232023-2024
^Rescheduled to the 20/21 seasonRescheduled from the 19/20 seasonRescheduled from the 19/20 seasonRescheduled from the 19/20 seasonRescheduled from the 19/20 season
#Rescheduled to the 21/22 seasonRescheduled to the 21/22 seasonRescheduled from the 20/21 seasonRescheduled from the 20/21 seasonRescheduled from the 20/21 season
+Rescheduled to the 22/23 seasonRescheduled to the 22/23 seasonRescheduled to the 22/23 seasonRescheduled from the 21/22 seasonRescheduled from the 21/22 season
Rescheduled to the 23/24 seasonRescheduled to the 23/24 seasonRescheduled to the 23/24 seasonRescheduled to the 23/24 seasonRescheduled from the 22/23 season

* Part of venue’s 2017/2018 season
‡ Part of venue’s 2021/2022 season
† Part of venue’s 2022/2023 season
§ Part of venue’s 2025/2026 season

2025-2026

  • Producer: Kristin Caskey, Mike Isaacson, Brian Anthony Moreland, Ambassador Theatre Group, Kandi Burruss, Todd Tucker & NETworks Presentations
  • Music & Lyrics: Charlie Smalls (and others)
  • Book: William F. Brown
  • Based on L. Frank Baum’s “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”
  • Additional Material: Amber Ruffin
  • Director: Schele Williams
  • Associate Director: Emily Madigan
  • Choreographer: JaQuel Knight
  • Associate Choreographer: Ashley Seldon
  • Musical Supervisor, Orchestrations, & Arrangements: Joseph Joubert
  • Vocal Arrangements: Allen René Louis
  • Dance Music Arrangers: Adam Blackstone & Terence Vaughn
  • Scenic Design: Hannah Beachler
  • Costume Design: Sharen Davis
  • Lighting Design: Ryan J. O’Gara
  • Video & Projection Design: Daniel Brodie
  • Sound Design: Jon Weston
  • Wig Design: Charles LaPointe
  • Make-up Design: Kirk Cambridge-Del Pesche
  • Stage Management: Justin Myhre, Hollis Duggans-Queenss & Kyrah Michael
  • Company Management: Jeff Mensch and Joi Henry
  • Music Director: Victor Simonson
  • Casting: TRC Casting Company
  • Booking Company: Bond Theatrical
  • Press Representative: Bond Theatrical

CAST

Although every effort is used to keep an accurate listing of personnel, changes can be made without notice. Notable replacements are marked with an asterisk (*).

DANA CIMONE (Dorothy) Coming to you from Atlanta, Georgia, Dana is thrilled and deeply honored to make her debut as Dorothy. With her boundless passion, remarkable talent, and vibrant energy, she aspires to enchant audiences and bring this iconic character to life. Dana extends her heartfelt gratitude to her mother, whose unwavering support and early introduction to theater have been the foundation of her journey. This performance is dedicated to her family, her dreams, and to every young heart inspired by the magic of storytelling.

ALAN MINGO, JR. (The Wiz) Will be reprising his role as The Wiz from the Broadway revival production. Best known for his Award-winning performance as “Lola” in the Canadian and Broadway productions of Kinky Boots (Dora Award Winner, Best Leading Actor). Audiences may know Alan as “Maura Lee Karupt” in DC’s Doom Patrol on (MAX). He is currently starring in a newly released film as Maxi in “I’m Not Gay A Musical” available on all major Streaming platforms. Mr. Mingo’s other Broadway credits include: “Sebastian” in Disney’s The Little Mermaid, and “Tom Collins” in Rent. Alan’s Broadway National Tour credits include: “Donkey” in Shrek the Musical, “Seaweed” in Hairspray, and “Simba” in Disney’s The Lion King. His other TV credits are: ”Honey” in The Deuce (MAX), “The Queen” in Tales of the City (Netflix), “Benjamin Carter Judges” in Ray Donovan (Showtime), Marvel’s Jessica Jones (Netflix), Frasier (NBC) and Law & Order (NBC). Regional credits: Zaza/Albin in La Cage Aux Folles and The Wiz in The Wiz (Sacramento Music Circus), “Sergeant” in Pirates! or Gilbert and Sullivan Plunder’s (The MUNY), “Papa Ge” in Once On This Island (Paper Mill Playhouse), A Christmas Story: the Musical (Kansas City Repertory Theatre) and The Wiz (La Jolla Playhouse). Proud Alumni of University of Maryland, B.A. and UC, Irvine, M.F.A. IG: @AlanMingoj

SHEHERAZADE (Glinda) Broadway tour debut! THEATRE: “Blest Be The Tie” (NYC), “Mama, I Want To Sing” (NYC/Japan), “Antigone in Ferguson.” MUSIC: Cynthia Erivo, Ed Sheeran, Cher, Gladys Knight, Dionne Warwick, H. E. R., Karen Clark-Sheard, Tweet TOUR: Christina Aguilera, Chaka Khan, Gregory Porter, Darlene Love, Harlem Gospel Choir TV/FILM: The Tonight Show, GMA, The View, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (Lenny Kravitz), “American, Also. Lesson 2.” “Campaign – Seven Mothers,” “Pyer Moss, American Also.” Love and Light through the gift of SONG! @sherrimusiq

KYLA JADE (Aunt Em / Evillene) Kyla Jade is thrilled to be making her National Broadway Tour debut in The Wiz. A Nashville TN resident, recording artist, and producer captivated audiences worldwide with powerful performances of “You Don’t Own Me” and “This Is Me” becoming a top finalist on NBC’s “The Voice”. She is a sought-after vocal arranger, contractor, and BGV for many Recording Artists, Major Television Networks, and Award Shows. 2025, is full of new experiences and new music from Kyla Jade!  @kylasings

D. JEROME (Tinman) All glory to God. Born Devonté Jerome Wells in Winston-Salem, NC, he trained at the North Carolina School of the Arts. His breakthrough came in The Lord Will Make a Way with Ann Nesby and others. Broadway: MJ the Musical. Tours: Hamilton (Angelica Tour). TV/Film: Haunted Mansion (Disney), TURN (AMC), My Big Fat Fabulous Life (TLC). Regional: Hairspray, The Color Purple, Dreamgirls (Best Supporting Actor – 2016). Praised as a “formidable triple-threat,” from his appearance with George Faison and Debbie Allen. Thanks to Dave, Duane, Leslie, Margo and Noel. Love you, Mom! @d.jerome_

MYKAL KILGORE (Lion) Mykal Kilgore is an award-winning actor and Grammy and NAACP Image Award nominated singer/songwriter for his debut album “A MAN BORN BLACK.” Theatre: Motown the Musical, Hair (Broadway), Book of Mormon (1st National Tour) The Witch – Into The Woods , The Who’s Tommy, Songs For A New World. TV/Film: Jesus Christ Superstar & The Wiz Live (NBC), Collateral Beauty. His performance is dedicated to Nathan, Sonya, Fred, and Alyce.  #blacklivesmatter #translivesmatter #loveoneanother @mykalkilgore  MYKALKILGORE.COM

ELIJAH AHMAD LEWIS (Scarecrow) is a multi-award-winning entertainer and artist. Broadway: Tony® Award-winning Ain’t Too Proud, Motown The Musical. Tours: Ain’t Too Proud 1st Nat (David Ruffin), Motown The Musical 1st and 2nd Nat (Stevie Wonder), Mama, I Want To Sing! (Japan). Film/TV: Mama, I Want To Sing!; America (Rosie O’Donnell); B-Boy Blues; “Power Book III: Rasin Kanan”. Music: SZA, Usher, Ariana Grande, Uncle James “JT” Taylor, Cissy Houston, Madonna. Thanks: Family, Team, all “WIZ” shoulders we stand on. New album “ENERGY AND LOVE” and all music available on all platforms under “EAL” @elijah.ahmad.lewis eal360.com

MAATI KHEPRIMENI ANGAZA (Ensemble) National Tour Debut! She’s graced The Javits Center, Made in America, CitiField, and more. Off Broadway: Breakin’ NYC (Dance Captain/Ensemble). Training: Frank Sinatra School of the Arts and Temple University (BFA). Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, Maati thanks her family, friends and agents at Bloc!

SAI ANTHONY (Ensemble, u/s Scarecrow) Hailing from Jacksonville, Florida, Sai Anthony has captivated audiences across the globe, performing aboard renowned cruise lines. Now, he’s thrilled to bring the timeless magic of The Wiz to life on a stage near you!

JOSEPH ARMON BOYD (Ensemble) is a native of Chester, South Carolina and graduate of the University of South Carolina. Credits: Pepsi LVI Super Bowl Halftime Show (Field Cast), StepAfrika! Black History Month Tour (Guest Artist) and UNBOUND Dance Company (Company Dancer). @thejosepharmon

ALIYAH CALDWELL (Swing) 1st National tour: Tina: The Tina Turner Musical. SWING: Norwegian Cruise Lines. Hairspray: Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. Ava Fields Dance Ministry Alum. Baltimore School for the Arts Alum. BFA from Towson University. #TheDancingZeta. 410/443 Represent!

LAWRENCE DANDRIDGE (Ensemble, u/s The Wiz) Lawrence Dandridge is excited to join The Wiz family! Professional credits include: Pippin- (Vanguard Theater Company – Leading Player), Tick, Tick, Boom! (Theatre Raleigh – Michael), Rock and Roll Man (New World Stages – Little Richard Cover), Passing Strange (Vanguard Theater Company- Mr. Franklin/Joop/ Mr. Venus) Ain’t Too Proud 1st National Tour (Smokey Robinson/Damon Harris), and Sister Act 2nd National Tour (TJ). Singer. Songwriter. Composer. Playwright. Proud Co-Founder of Aurway Repertory Theatre in Newark, NJ. @that_musicman

CYNIAH ELISE (Ensemble, u/s Dorothy, u/s Glinda) In 2020 Cyniah walked onto the national stage of American Idol where she captured the hearts of America. Cyniah has participated in numerous organizations and churches. Regional credits: The Wiz , A Chorus Line, Hairspray, A Song For Adaeze, Dreamgirls, and The Preachers Wife The Musical. @cyniah.Elise

AMITRIA FANAE’ (Ensemble, Addaperle, u/s Aunt Em/Evillene) is thrilled to ease on down the yellow brick road! Awarded Best Actress in a Musical from Broadway World for Celie in The Color Purple at Theatre West End. Select Credits: Dream Girls, Ain’t Misbehavin, Godspell, Smokey Joe’s Café, Shrek. Amitria has also performed in Disney’s Festival Of the Lion King as Zawadi and conjured spells as Celestina Warbeck at Universal Studios. Special thanks to Mom, Muhammad, Family, & Friends. You’re all the magic you’ll ever need. amitriafanae.com @amitriafanae

KAIYLA GROSS (Swing, u/s Addaperle, u/s Aunt Em/Evillene, u/s Glinda) DC Area: Fords Theatre: Little Shop of Horrors (Ronnette), A Christmas Carol (Mrs. Fred); Signature Theatre: The Color Purple (Nettie), RENT (Seasons of Love Vocalist); Next Stop Theatre: Beehive: the 60’s Musical (Aretha); Museum of the Bible: Amazing Grace (Princess Peyai). REGIONAL: Olney Theatre Center: Kinky Boots (Pat), Miss You Like Hell (Pearl), Duluth Playhouse: Ragtime, Virginia Stage Company: A Christmas Carol (Belinda Cratchit), Instagram: @iamgette_

GREGORY HAMILTON (Ensemble) University of North Carolina School of the Arts graduate. Accomplished dancer in contemporary and classical forms. Credits: Gaspard&Dancers, Jose Limon Dance, Metropolitan Opera House and EVIDENCE.

MAYA IMANI (Ensemble, u/s Addaperle) Maya Imani is honored to join the company of this iconic show! Previous credits: MEAN GIRLS 1st Nat’l Tour (Ensemble/Janis u/s), ANASTASIA (Bucks County Playhouse), 42ND STREET (Maltz Jupiter; Anytime Annie). @_maya_imani_  | http://www.maya-imani.com/

JESSE JONES (Swing, Dance Captain) Broadway & National Tour: Beetlejuice the Musical. Regional: The Little Mermaid (Jetsam), La Cage Aux Folles (Jacob), Shrek (Donkey), Macbeth (Choreographer), Swing!, Dreamgirls, In The Heights, The Cher Show. TV: “Dance Masters” (PBS). @jessejdance

CAL MITCHELL (Ensemble, u/s Lion) is so excited to be making his Nat’ Tour Debut with THE WIZ! Off Broadway: The White Rose (Theatre Row),The Lieutenant (York theatre) Regional: The Color Purple (Denver Center Of The Performing Arts), Songs For A New World (Gateway Playhouse/Village Theatre), LINK Program (2021). He sends so much love to his DGRW Family, and to the audience. To my Family; you helped me believe in myself, and never let me forget who I was, this is to you<3 Instagram: thecalmitchell TikTok:thecalebmitchell)

MORIAH PERRY (Ensemble) Thrilled to be making her Broadway National tour debut in THE WIZ! Most recently: Cabaret (Texas) at Downtown Cabaret Theatre. Moriah is extremely grateful for the Lord, Mom, Dad, family, friends, and The Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts for their encouragement and love.

LEON RAY (Swing, u/s Scarecrow, u/s Lion) hails from North Carolina where he received a BFA in Musical Theatre from Western Carolina University. Recent credits include: Shrek the Musical (Ensemble, Donkey Understudy), Tiana’s Crawfish Crooners (Band Leader) & The Color Purple Audio Experience (Bobby). @Leon_Ray__

EPHRAIM TAKYI (Swing, u/s Tinman) is thrilled to be on the road with this spectacular show! National Tour: Tina– The Tina Turner Musical. Regional: Hangar, WPPAC, Weathervane, & more. W&M alum. He is grateful to his family, friends, and Stalwart Talent for their support! @ephraimtak

JOSH WALKER (Ensemble, u/s Tin Man, u/s The Wiz) is an artist through & through from NJ! They are currently writing an original musical called The Last Dance! Excited couldn’t even begin to describe how grateful they feel about joining this incredible group of artists in The Wiz! They will continue to fight for life, love, peace & freedom through art!

LYN WEBBER (Ensemble, u/s Dorothy) SC. native, Lyn makes her Bway National Tour debut as Dorothy u/s/Ens. Her “rock the house” mezzo belt makes her a fan favorite at NY’s iconic Ellen’s Stardust Diner. Recent AMDA grad, previous credits include: SIX: THE MUSICAL – Heart of Stone soloist and Zawadi, as Disney Main Stage Vocalist in The Lion King Festival. Love and thanks first to MOM-“bestie”, NY chosen family & Bobbie @TEG MGMT. for all their support and love.

KAMEREN WHIGHAM (Ensemble) A Fort Lauderdale native, began dance training at eight and attended performing arts schools. A Dillard High graduate, he earned a BFA in Dance from UArts, performed with PHILADANCO!, and appeared in Tyler Perry’s A Jazzman’s Blues.

MIKAYLA WHITE (Swing, u/s Dorothy) National Tour Debut! NYC: School of Rock (Gramercy Theatre) Regional: Beautiful (Paper Mill Playhouse & Maine State Music Theatre). Gratitude to The Wiz Team & Tara Rubin Casting! Thanks to her family & friends for their endless love! Rep: Hudson Artists IUMT ’25 Psalms 46:5 @mikaylawhiteee

CHANSE WILLIAMS (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making her National tour debut in a show she’s held close to her heart since childhood. A Connecticut native, based in NYC. Most recently seen in Jelly’s Last Jam (Ensemble), Encores! at New York City Center. Pace University (BFA, Commercial Dance) and Jacob’s Pillow alum. Chanse first thanks God as all of this is for His Glory, as well as her family, friends, and wonderful agents at BLOC, all of whom she wouldn’t be here without. @chanse.williams

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Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist.

More than 100 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.

Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, The Lion King brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway.

Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. The Lion King also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice.

There is simply nothing else like The Lion King.

Past Credits
  • Producers: Colin Ingram, Bob Gale & Robert Zemeckis
  • Music and Lyrics: Alan Silvestri & Glen Ballard
  • Book: Bob Gale
  • Director: John Rando
  • Choreographer: Chris Bailey
  • Dance Arranger: David Chase 
  • Musical Supervisor & Arranger: Nick Fellow
  • Orchestrations: Ethan Popp & Bryan Crook
  • Lighting Design: Tim Lutkin & Hugh Vanstone
  • Set & Costume Design: Tim Hatley
  • Sound Design: Gareth Owen
  • Video Design: Finn Ross
  • Illusions: Chris Fisher
  • Casting: Tara Rubin
  • Booking Company: The Road Company
  • Press Representative: Allied Global Marketing

CAST

Although every effort is used to keep an accurate listing of personnel, changes can be made without notice. Notable replacements are marked with an asterisk (*).

DON STEPHENSON (Doc Brown). Broadway: Trouble in Mind, The Producers, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Dracula, Private Lives, Titanic, Parade, By Jeeves, Rock of Ages, Wonderful Town. Encores: Me and My Girl, The Bandwagon, Pardon My English. Off-Broadway:  Death Takes A Holiday, Take Me Along, Chess, Two Gentlemen of Verona.  Television/Film: “FBI: Most Wanted,” “Law & Order,” “Blacklist,” “The Americans,” “Deception,” “Happy,” “Good Wife,” “30 Rock,” “Glee,” “Ugly Betty,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “L&O: SVU,” “Turn: Washington’s Spies.” Donstephensonactordirector.com 

CADEN BRAUCH * (Marty McFly) is beyond excited to be making his past, present, and future national tour debut! He grew up doing professional theater in the greater Seattle area (5th Avenue Theatre, Village Theatre). He is a proud graduate of T. Schreiber’s Acting Conservatory and studied improv with teachers from UCB. He would like to thank the Luedtke Agency, his voice teacher Ann Evans Watson, and his entire family for all their love and support. @caden.brauch 

BURKE SWANSON * (George McFly) Brooklyn based actor with credits on Broadway (The Rose Tattoo) & TV (“Harlem”). SCAD graduate. Grateful for this cast & crew, and Emily Burke at Tara Rubin Casting. My family for love. Leslie & Peri (Buchwald) & Bryan (MN) for commitment. Tyler, Kevin, Jamie, Green, & Tarzier for voice. Gra, Q, & Kenz for support. You for your presence. @burke_swanson

ZAN BERUBE (Lorraine Baines) is overjoyed to travel through time with this incredible company! She recently starred as Anne Boleyn in the National Tour of Six! UMich Alum. Endless thanks to Barrett, Tara Rubin Casting, and the entire BTTF team. It takes a village and I’m beyond grateful for my people. Mom & Dad, love you most! This one’s for the dreamers! XO Baby @zanberube

CARTREZE TUCKER (Goldie Wilson/Marvin Berry) National Tours: The Color PurpleMotown: The MusicalHAIRTo Feel A Thing: A Ritual (Holland Festival) Regional: Jersey Boys, Masquerade: The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Trav’lin: A New MusicalRaisin: The MusicalDisney’s Tarzan: A New MusicalSister ActDisney’s Little Mermaid, & Miss Saigon. Much love to my son Buckley, my family, and Avalon. @cartreze

ETHAN ROGERS (Biff Tannan) is an actor from Austin, Texas and is much nicer in person. Most recently, Ethan was on tour with Les Misérables, where at twenty four, he was one of the youngest actors to ever perform the role of Jean Valjean. He is forever grateful for Jesus Christ, his incredible family, Tara Rubin Casting, Baldwin Wallace MT, and HCKR. John 13:35

LUKE ANTONY NEVILLE (Strickland/Mayor Red Thomas/Sam Baines, u/s Doc Brown). (he/they) British actor based in NYC – Theatre: Back to the Future (Broadway) Titanique (Off-Broadway) Your Alice (BAM). TV/Film: New Amsterdam (NBC). Huge thank you to Tara Rubin Casting & the BTTF team! For Mum, Dad & Faye! IG: @lukeantonyneville. 

JOSHUA ABBOTT (Ensemble, u/s Goldie Wilson/Marvin Berry) trained in dance at the JCA. He spent summers training between the JKO school and the Joffrey ballet. He regionally was seen in 42nd Street

EMILY APPLEBAUM (Swing) is thrilled to be “time-traveling” around the country with this incredible company! National Tours: R&H’s Cinderella; Favorite regional: Bye, Bye Birdie (Goodspeed), 42nd Street (Ogunquit). Special thanks to my mentors, friends, family, especially my parents. Love & gratitude. The Hybrid Agency. @emilyapplebaum

TADE BIESINGER (Ensemble, u/s George McFly). Broadway/West End: Billy Elliot (Billy). Regional Credits: The Muny, Pioneer Theatre Company. Jacob’s Pillow Contemporary Program Alum. Marymount Manhattan College BFA ‘24. Thanks to God, family and friends for their unwavering love and support! @tadebiesinger

INA BLACK (Ensemble, u/s Jennifer Parker) is thrilled to be making her National Tour debut in Back To The Future: The Musical! Originally from Ohio and just recently graduated from Kent State University. Many thanks to her family, friends, and Tara Rubin Casting! Instagram: ina.blackk 

BRITTANY BOHN (Swing, Dance Captain) Broadway: Back To The Future, First Nat’l Tours: Hello Dolly! (Ermengarde Cover, ADC/Swing) An American In Paris (Milo Cover, Ensemble) Regional: Goodspeed, PCLO, Barrington, etc… BFA-Dance PPU. ATL native. Endless gratitude to BTTF Team. For my people! @bittybohn

LUTHER BROOKS IV (Ensemble). NSULA 2021. CREDITS BROADWAY: Back To The Future. NATIONAL TOUR: Annie. REGIONAL: Choir Boy, AIDA, Beautiful, In The Heights. TV/Film: HBO’s “We’re Here.” Louisiana native! Thanks to The Mine Agency, family, friends, and God himself. What’s for you, won’t miss you! @iamlutherbrooks & Kinky Boots (Lola). I thank my parents and God for this opportunity. And me for pushing on. 

ALYSSA CAROL (Ensemble, u/s Lorraine Baines) is thrilled to be in this wonderful company! Broadway: Bad Cinderella (OBC), Off-Broadway: A Sign of the Times, Regional: The Nutty Professor (Ogunquit Playhouse). University of Michigan MT Alum. Much love to family, friends and everyone at HCKR!

JENNY DALRYMPLE (Ensemble, Clocktower Woman). National Tour Debut! Regional: A Chorus Line (Maggie), Legally Blonde (Elle Woods), Grease (Sandy). Shenandoah BFA MT. Endless gratitude to the BTTF team, TR Casting, CTG team, my professors, and my incredibly supportive family. @jennydal3 

SAMUEL GERBER (Swingu/s Marty McFlyu/s Strickland/Lou Carruthers/Mayor Red Thomas/Sam Baines) is thrilled to continue time travelling in Hill Valley after completing the original Broadway run of BTTF! Broadway: Back to the Future (OBC). Tours: Mean Girls (OTC). For all you dreamers out there.

LAURA SKY HERMAN (Ensemble, u/s Lorraine Baines) was most recently seen starring in White Rose off-Broadway. Other favorites Hello, Dolly! — “Ermengarde” (First National Tour), Gypsy — “June” (Goodspeed, BroadwayWorld Nomination), and pre-Broadway workshops at The Shed and Playwrights Horizons. Recent Harvard grad. Much love to Mommy, Carter, Grandma, and Blue! @lauraskyherman

DAN HORN (Ensemble, u/s Biff Tannen) is thrilled to be joining the BTTF company. Broadway:
Cinderella, Bullets over Broadway, Allegiance, Miss Saigon, Some Like It Hot. Touring: Hello, Dolly!, Mean Girls. Thank you to Dustin and Marc and much love to my family. @thedanhorn

WILL JEWETT (Ensemble, u/s Biff Tannan, u/s George McFly). TV/Film: Mean Girls Musical (Dancer, Paramount Pictures). Theatre: The Wanderer (Ensemble/Swing, Paper Mill Playhouse), Singin’ in the Rain (Ensemble, Ogunquit Playhouse), An American In Paris (Ensemble, The Cape Playhouse). Penn State Musical Theatre Alum. Thank you family, Jake and Clear Talent Group. @willjewett

BEN LANHAM (Ensemble, u/s Biff). Broadway/NY: Bad Cinderella (MC), Encores!, Radio City Christmas Spectacular. TV: “Maisel.” Tours: Hello, Dolly!, American in Paris (Henri US), Anastasia, Cinderella, West Side Story International (Riff/Action US). Select Regional: MUNY, Tuacahn, TUTS, MTW. Dance Graduate OKCU @benlanham For Mom.

KIARA LEE (Jennifer Parker, Ensemble). From Kennesaw, Georgia, 2024 Musical Theatre graduate Carnegie Mellon University. Credits: Chava, Fiddler on the Roof; Anna Maria, Godspell; Michelle/Ensemble, Sister Act (PCLO); Ensemble/US Sir Sagramore, Camelot (Muny); Liesl, Sound of Music (Virginia Opera). Thanks to friends & family, especially Mom, for support. Instagram: @kiaramlee

DWAYNE P. MITCHELL (Swing, u/s Goldie Wilson/Marvin Berry) is elated to join the Hill Valley family! Proud graduate of Fisk University, and Boston Conservatory (MFA). Previously, National Tour: Ain’t Too Proud (Dennis Edwards). Glory to God! Endless gratitude to my family, friends, mi amor, and HKA! #TrustYourJourney | IG: @dwaynepmitchell 

ZOE BROOKE REED (Betty, u/s Jennifer Parker). National Tour: The Prom, Waitress. Regional: Meet Me in St Louis, Grease, Children of Eden. Shenandoah BFA MT. Many thanks to TR casting and the BTTF team. Love to Eris, Thirdhill, family, and friends for the support! @zoebrookereed http://www.zoebrookereed.com 

FISHER LANE STEWART (Dave, u/s Marty McFly). National tour debut! This is heavy! Fisher grew up performing professionally in Kansas City. Recent: Disney Cruise Lines (Swing). This is a dream come true for a lifelong BTTF fan! Thanks to family, friends, and LT. Time-travel with me: @FisherLStewart

ROSS THOMPSON (Swing, u/s Doc Brown, u/s Strickland) is absolutely ecstatic to be touring the country with Back To The Future! Previous stage credits: Matilda, West Side Story, Newsies, Jesus Christ Superstar. Endless gratitude to my parents, Anna, Brenton, Brian, and my friends and chosen family. Much love!

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LUCAS HALLAUER (Marty McFly) is so stoked to be going Back to the Future! Lucas is originally from Virginia Beach, VA and graduated from Coastal Carolina University with a BFA in Musical Theatre in 2023. National Tours: Mean Girls. Thanks to Tara Rubin Casting, Colin Ingram & the BTTF creative team for their trust and guidance. Love & gratitude to his parents, sisters Maggie & Kelly, and his friends and mentors for their continued support.
– Assumed the role starting January 28, 2025

MIKE BINDEMAN (George McFly) Previous theatrical credits: The Cher Show (1st National Tour), The Rocky Horror Show (Bucks County Playhouse), The Lightning Thief (Playhouse Square), Grease (Argyle Theatre), Ghost (Beck Center for the Arts), Mamma Mia! (Forestburgh Playhouse), among others. A Chicago native and Baldwin Wallace Musical Theatre Graduate (Class of 2023). Represented by HCKR Agency.
– Assumed the role starting January 14, 2025

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