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The Lion King JR.
Produced alongside our new musical training program, this show will stand alone as it's own cast and have 4 shows.
Auditions: October 9th & 10th
Callbacks: October 11th
Rehearsals Begin: October 18th
Rehearsals: Sundays 4:00-6:00, Tuesdays 6-8, Thursdays 6-8
For: 10-14 years old
Show Dates: December 3rd - 6th (4 Shows)
Show Location: Miami University Hamilton - Parrish Auditorium
Directed by: Angie Neal & Sarah Grace McCollough
Rising Stars Program
Produced alongside our normal Jr. show. This show will stand alone as it's own cast and have 3 Shows.
Auditions: October 9th & 10th
Callbacks: October 11th
Rehearsals Begin: October 18th
Rehearsals: Sundays 4:00-6:00, Tuesdays 6-8, Thursdays 6-8
For: K-4th
Show Dates: December 2nd, 4th, and 5th (3 Shows)
Show Location: Miami University Hamilton - Parrish Auditorium
Directed by: Rise Up Educational Team
Character Breakdown
Young Simba – The adventurous cub destined to be king; energetic and playful.
Simba – Adult version of Young Simba, portraying maturity and leadership.
Young Nala – Simba’s courageous best friend; confident.
Nala – Adult version of Young Nala, showing strength and poise.
Mufasa – Wise and honorable king of the Pridelands; commands respect and tenderness.
Scar – The jealous antagonist; cunning and sarcastic.
Rafiki – The wise mandrill guiding Simba; leads chants and solos
Sarabi – Mufasa’s queen and Simba’s mother.
Zazu – The hornbill advisor to Mufasa.
Sarafina – Nala’s mother.
Timon – The witty meerkat companion.
Pumbaa – The lovable warthog companion.
Banzai, Shenzi, Ed – The trio of hyenas providing comic relief and villainous support.
Ensemble
The Ensemble includes giraffes, elephants, wildebeest, antelopes, birds, and other creatures of the Pridelands. This ensemble may expand significantly depending on production size and staging. Strong singers and expressive movers are especially valuable because ensemble members help create many of the show’s most visually memorable moments.