Lion King London Cast & Creatives

The Lion King London Cast & Creatives

KritikaMar 10, 2025

Disney’s The Lion King roars onto the London stage with breathtaking spectacle, unforgettable music, and a heartwarming tale of love, destiny, and self-discovery. This award-winning production, inspired by the beloved animated film, brings the Serengeti to life with stunning visuals, incredible puppetry, and a talented cast that embodies the spirit of the Pride Lands. Meet the remarkable performers and creative visionaries who make this extraordinary show come to life.

🎭 The Lion King London cast

Owen Chaponda

SIMBA
The rightful king of the Pride Lands, Simba embarks on a journey of growth, courage, and redemption.

Merryl Ansah

NALA
Strong, loyal, and fierce, Nala is Simba’s childhood friend who inspires him to reclaim his throne.

Shaun Escoffery

MUFASA
The wise and noble ruler of the Pride Lands, Mufasa’s lessons guide Simba even beyond his lifetime.

George Asprey

SCAR
Cunning and ruthless, Scar stops at nothing to seize the throne from his brother, Mufasa.

Thenjiwe Nofemele

RAFIKI
The mystical mandrill and shaman of the Pride Lands, Rafiki provides wisdom, guidance, and humor.

Alan McHale

TIMON
The quick-witted meerkat and one-half of Simba’s carefree companions, bringing endless laughs.

Mark Roper

PUMBAA
The lovable warthog with a big heart, Pumbaa teaches Simba to embrace a ‘Hakuna Matata’ lifestyle.

Gary Jordan

ZAZU
The royal advisor and all-knowing hornbill, Zazu is ever-loyal to the kings of the Pride Lands.

Meloné M’kenzy, Jorell Coiffic-Kamall, and Mark Tatham

SHENZI, BANZAI & ED
The mischievous and menacing hyena trio who serve Scar and spread chaos in the kingdom.

Nathaniel Morgan Bennett, Jackson Daniel-Child, Ebrahim Amaar Joof, and Mason Mingle

YOUNG SIMBA
The energetic and curious cub with dreams of greatness.

Noelle Coker, Keilah Kofi, Jazmyn Lewin, Raphaella Philbert

YOUNG NALA
The brave and adventurous young lioness who is Simba’s best friend.

📜More cast members for The Lion King, London

⏳ Standbys

Garry Lake - Standby Scar, Zazu, and Pumbaa
Barnaby Thompson - Standby Zazu, Timon, Pumbaa, and Ed

🎭 Swings

Etian A Almeida
Moya Angela
Lwando Bam
Sandile Gontsana
Gavin Hart
Donna Hines
Bonginkosi Jay Hlatshwayo
Candice Holdford
Cristiane de Jesus
Tomas Larraguivel
Nosipho Nkonqa
Phindile Nyandeni
Karlene Wray

💃 Dance captains / Additional roles

Francisco Lins – Swing / dance captain
Stephanie Tsz Maan Lo – Swing / dance captain
Tramaine Lamy – Swing / children's director

🦁 Ensemble

Gibsa Bah
Bethany Chan
Stedroy Cabey
Azola Dlamini
Darius Drooh
Lwando Dutyulwa
Maya Elliott
Paola Fareri
Adebunmi Gabriel
Gesztenye
Emily Grace-Ling
Robson de Jesus
Phumelele Jili
Olivia Jones
Lamoi Leon
Jane Carla Leynes
Gennaro Maffettone
Daniel Mejia
Siphosihle Mlombile
Ntethelelo Nhlapo
Peace Nzirawa
Sethabile Nzuza
Abigail Overmeyer
Lawrence Rowe
Dillan Hope Suttle
Jahrel Thomas

👑 Featured ensemble

Sadia McEwen – Sarabi / ensemble

🎬 The creative team for The Lion King, London

🌟 Visionaries behind the magic

Director, costume design, mask/puppet co-design, additional lyrics: Julie Taymor
Music: Elton John
Lyrics: Tim Rice
Book: Roger Allers, Irene Mecchi
Choreographer: Garth Fagan

🎶 The sound of the Serengeti

Additional music & lyrics, additional vocal score, vocal arrangements, choral director: Lebo M
Additional music & lyrics, music produced for the stage, additional score: Mark Mancina
Additional music & lyrics: Hans Zimmer, Jay Rifkin
Executive music Producer: Chris Montan
Musical supervisor: Clement Ishmael
Associate producer & orchestrator: Robert Elhai
Orchestrators: David Metzger, Bruce Fowler
Sound design: Steve Canyon Kennedy

🎨 Crafting the spectacle

Scenic design: Richard Hudson
Lighting design: Donald Holder
Mask & puppet co-designer: Michael Curry
Hair & makeup design: Michael Ward

💃 Direction & choreography

Associate director: Anthony Lyn
Associate choreographer: Marey Griffith

🎤 Casting & production

London casting: Pippa Ailion CDG, Natalie Gallacher CDG
Producer: Disney Theatrical Group

From Mufasa's mighty roar to Timon and Pumbaa’s laugh-out-loud antics, this phenomenal cast and creative team bring The Lion King to life in London in a way that is a feast for the senses. So, why just hear about it when you can feel the magic for yourself? The savanna is calling, and the Pride Lands await!

Book your tickets now and step into the Circle of Life at Lyceum Theatre.