For stretches, The Lion King plays like a show aimed at impressionable children as adults wait for the story to move forward.

Two of them are Thembelihle Cele (Nala) and Mukelisiwe Goba (Rafiki), who both hail from Durban, South Africa, and have been performing in productions of The Lion King for over a dozen years.

If you go on safari to Africa—to South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya, Tanzania—you might not realize that the king of beasts is disappearing. You will see lion prides from your ...

In partnership with Broadway Dallas, the exhibit is called, "From Africa to the Broadway Stage: Disney’s The Lion King." The exhibit will be on display until July 3. “The exhibit is an ...

"The Lion King" is set in a fictional African utopia known as the Pride Lands. But the long-running musical's heart is rooted in the very real talents of several South African artists. Lebo M ...

"The collection, rich in vibrant colors and intricate designs, is a tribute to both African heritage and the timeless tale of 'The Lion King.'" To stay true to the vision of authenticity ...

The story of Disney’s “The Lion King” will be adapted to a stage by 36 children, ages 8 to 18, in an upcoming production by ...

Yemi Alade almost missed the opportunity to collaborate with Beyoncé on The Lion King: The Gift album…twice. The award-winning Nigerian superstar was part of the nine African musicians featured ...

"Explore Disney's Lion King x Balmain collab: 30th-anniversary fashion, Mufasa support, couture, and global marketing success ...

With the inclusion of the amazing African writers and producers behind the project, we’ve rounded a quick list of the voices you’ll hear while playing The Lion King: The Gift on loop.

Black History Month honors the achievements and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S. history, and it's a great time ...