Show Synopsis
The Lion King is the story of a young lion prince living in the flourishing African Pride Lands. Born into the royal family, precocious cub Simba spends his days exploring the sprawling savanna grasslands and idolizing his kingly father, Mufasa, while youthfully shirking the responsibility his position in life requires. When an unthinkable tragedy, orchestrated by Simba’s wicked uncle, Scar, takes his father’s life, Simba flees the Pride Lands, leaving
his loss and the life he knew behind. Eventually companioned by two hilarious and unlikely friends, Simba starts anew. But when weight of responsibility and a desperate plea from the now ravaged Pride Lands come to find the adult prince, Simba must take on a formidable enemy, and fulfill his destiny to be king.
Character Breakdown
Rafikis- A wise madrill who acts as healer of the Pridelands and guides Simba on his journey home. The Rafiki narrators – five aspects of one character – are the five leading villagers who become the story’s narrators. There is an air of mystery to Rafiki, who seemingly knows all.
Mufasa- The strong, honorable, and wise lion who leads the Pridelands.
Sarabi- A featured lioness, Mufasa’s mate, and Simba’s mother.
Zazu- The anxious yet loyal assistant to Mufasa who is always busy trying to do his duty.
Scar- The antagonist of the show, overcome with jealousy of his brother, Mufasa, and nephew, Simba. Coldhearted and wickedly intelligent, he will stop at nothing to become king of the Pridelands.
Young Simba- The protagonist of the story, is an adventurous and endearing cub who can’t wait to be king of the Pridelands. Simba is playful, energetic, and naive, but after his father Mufasa’s death, Simba struggles with shame and his destiny.
Simba- Grows from a cub to lion in “Hakuna Matata.” Older Simba has more complex moments as he reunites with Nala, mourns his father, and returns to confront Scar.
Young Nala- A courageous lion and Young Simba’s best friend. She is not afraid to speak her mind.
Nala- Grows from a cub to a lioness before she confronts Scar.
Banzai- A slick yet childish hyena who works for Scar. He would be the leader of the group if hyenas weren’t so lazy.
Shenzi- One of Scar’s hyenas who plot to take over the Pridelands. She is the sassy one of the trio and is always looking out for herself.
Ed- The third member of Scar’s trio of lackeys. He has a loud, cackling laugh that is his only form of communication.
Hyenas- Scar’s army, helping carry out his evil plot to take over the Pridelands.
Timon- An outcast meerkat who lives in the jungle with Pumbaa. He is afraid of his own shadow, but pretends to be the confident, relaxed leader of the duo.
Pumbaa- A kindhearted, sensitive warthog who enjoys his simple life of grubs and relaxation.
What To Prepare
NO CUT PRODUCTIONS!
We take ALL children, friends & siblings on a first come, first serve basis until full. We place ALL children in roles on the first day of rehearsal based on acting, singing and/or dancing ability! Beginners and first-timers are welcome to join us!!
Additional Info
Please sign-up at this link http://www.bakerperformingarts.com/lion-king-kids.html
There is a Participation Fee of $180.
These fill up fast on a first come, first serve basis until full.
