Producers David and Hannah Mirvish announced today that Toronto’s production of Disney’s The Lion King – now in its 29th week – will conclude its run on August 30 at the Princess of Wales Theatre. By that date, the show will have played 345 performances to an audience of over 250,000. Heralded by the Toronto Star as “a musical juggernaut of theatrical excellence,” the Toronto production of Disney’s The Lion King began performances November 2, 2024, and employed nearly 500 professionals (the vast majority being Canadian).

“We take great pride in the current Toronto production of The Lion King,” said David Mirvish. “The talent both on and off the Princess of Wales stage is exemplary. They represent a new generation of artists and artisans, some of whom were not even born when the original Toronto production was staged in 2000.”

“I was a teenager when the original production began.” said Hannah Mirvish. “It was incredible to see that show as an audience member. But the experience and thrill of working on this production is even bigger. It’s everything I could have hoped for and more.”

“We would like to thank the entire company of The Lion King,” said David and Hannah Mirvish. “You’ve done it! You’ve succeeded in bringing this great work of art to life. That’s no small accomplishment.”

"Many thanks also to Disney Theatrical for allowing us the chance to produce The Lion King a second time,” continued David and Hannah Mirvish. "Disney’s support, encouragement and faith are greatly appreciated."

Beginning September 4, the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) will take over the Princess of Wales Theatre for its 50th Anniversary edition, September 4 – 14, 2025.

A new Relaxed Performance of Disney’s The Lion King will occur on Friday, August 1 at 1PM and is designed to provide an accessible and welcoming environment for all audiences. Tickets for this special performance will be available soon.

Eight productions of The Lion King continue around the world in New York City, London, Paris, Hamburg, Madrid, Tokyo, Mexico City, and on tour across North America.

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Disney’s The Lion King

www.mirvish.com

1-800-461-3333

Princess of Wales Theatre 300 King St West

Performance Schedule:

Tuesday: 7PM

Wednesday: 1PM & 7PM

Thursday: 7PM

Friday: 1PM

Saturday: 2PM & 7:30PM

Sunday: 2PM