CALL TYPE
EPA

CONTRACT
Production (Disney) / Touring Agreement
$2638 weekly minimum – Broadway
$2499 weekly minimum (level 1) – Tour

AUDITION DATE
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (E)
BREAK 1:30-2:30 pm

LOCATION
Pearl Studios (500)
500 8th Ave
New York, NY 10018-6504

3rd Floor – Studio 314

PERSONNEL
Producers: Buena Vista Theatrical Group
Director: Julie Taymor
Songs by: Elton John/Tim Rice
Additional Music: Hans Zimmer/Lebo M/Mark Mancina/Jay Rifkin
Book: Irene Mecchi/Roger Allers
Choreographer: Garth Fagan
Casting Directors: Mark Brandon, CSA, Jarrett Reiche and Kendra Lucas

EXPECTED TO ATTEND:
Casting Director: Mark Brandon, CSA/ARC

OTHER DATES
Currently running on Broadway.

OTHER

EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition.

An Equity Monitor will be provided.

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

SEEKING
Equity actors for roles in the Broadway and national touring productions of THE LION KING (see breakdown).

All Stage managerial positions are currently filled.

PREPARATION
Please prepare a brief standard R&B/rock song that shows off voice and range unless character singer is notated in breakdown, in which case, prepare something appropriate for that character. Bring sheet music, pianist provided. Please do not sing music from THE LION KING. Bring picture and resume stapled together.

BREAKDOWN

SEEKING:

SCAR: He/Him. Late 20s – Early 40s. Any ethnicity. A lion. Mufasa’s brother and Simba’s uncle. Evil and maniacal but still capable of humor and high style. Scar will do anything to be the King of the Pridelands.

MUFASA: He/Him. Mid 30s – Mid 40s. A lion. The King of the African Pridelands. Simba’s father and Scar’s brother. Regal, omnipotent and powerful. A true leader. Physically strong, with a rich baritone singing and speaking voice.

RAFIKI: She/Her. Late 20s – Mid 40s. The wise Baboon. A shaman – she guides Simba to the path he was meant to follow. Soulful, but comedic. Sings “The Circle of Life”. Possesses a rich unique South African style belt.

ADULT SIMBA: He/Him. Late teens – Late 20s. A lion. On his journey to find his purpose and ultimately face his destiny to be King. Must have sex appeal, charm as well as a strong pop/rock singing voice. Should be a high baritone with a sustained “A4”. In excellent physical condition. Should be 5’8” – 6’2”.

ADULT NALA: She/Her. Late teens – Late 20s. A lion. Best friends with Simba, and later their friendship deepens into love. Tradition dictates that one day she will be Queen. Excellent pop belt with a sustained “E5.” Possesses strength, sex appeal and charm and is in excellent physical condition.

TIMON: He/Him. Late 20s – Mid 40s. A wise cracking meerkat. Strong New York/Brooklyn dialects. Under 5’8”. NOTE: Performer must be comfortable operating a puppet.

PUMBAA: He/Him. Late 20s – Mid 40s. Not so bright but loveable warthog. Timon’s sidekick. Sympathetic and warm-hearted. Somewhat larger frame or body type is preferred. Big-hearted distinctive voice.

ZAZU: He/Him. Early 30s – Mid 40s. A parrot-like bird (or a hornbill). Mufasa’s trusted advisor. A proper and somewhat befuddled, English butler with a cynical outlook on life but completely dedicated to the King. Must possess strong comedic skills. NOTE: Performer must be comfortable operating a puppet.

SHENZI She/Her: Mid 20s – Late 30s. Part of the trio of Hyenas. Always on the lookout for someone to taunt, tease or threaten. Street smart and maniacal. Rock and roll singing voice. NOTE: Performer must be comfortable operating a puppet.

BANZAI He/Him: Mid 20s – Late 30s. Part of the trio of Hyenas. Always on the lookout for someone to taunt, tease or threaten. Street smart and maniacal. Rock and roll singing voice. NOTE: Performer must be comfortable operating a puppet.

ED: He/Him. Late 20s – Late 30s. Any ethnicity. Part of the trio of Hyenas. Follows the lead of Shenzi and Banzai with enthusiasm and dedication but can be evil and maniacal. Communicates in complete nonsense language but is still completely understood. Rock and roll singing voice with extended falsetto. NOTE: Performer must be comfortable operating a puppet. ED will also double TIMON and ZAZU.

YOUNG SIMBA: He/Him. 9 – 12 years old. A lion cub. Mufasa’s son. A lion cub that eventually becomes the King of the Pridelands. Charming and charismatic. Moves well and holds the stage on his own with confidence and truth. Under 58 inches.

YOUNG NALA: She/Her. 9 – 12 years old. A lion cub. She eventually becomes the Queen of the Pridelands. She keeps Simba in his place. Charming and charismatic. Moves well and holds the stage on her own with confidence and truth. Under 58 inches.

SALARY

Production (Disney) / Touring Agreement (See Above)