But tickets were expensive and so it just didn't happen. But I found a last minute ticket on a single seat so off I went.
First, drive and park at the nearby GO station. (GO is Government of Ontario.) Then the GO train to downtown. Then the subway to the stop near the theatre. Then a 6 minute walk.
I had a great seat, 3rd row of dress circle, right in the middle. The Lion King is a breathtaking experience with stunning visuals, innovative puppets that are actually worn by the actors. The animals are so real! Elaborate costumes and wonderful special effects.
The opening number "The Circle of Life" was so emotional I found tears running down my face. I had to have a quick look around just in case anyone saw me being so silly.... but I think everyone reacted in the same way. 
The story is fairly simple, and has a theme of identity and responsibility. Of course there are the good guys and the bad guy, and some very funny comedic parts. Wonderful music, powerful performances, colourful visuals, I'm so glad I went, I would not have missed it for the world!
The Lion King was absolutely the best show I have EVER seen in a theatre!
A couple of shots of King Street... where the theatre is. I don't very often get downtown so I got a bit excited with all the big buildings!
Toronto is a lovely city.
ReplyDeleteI am glad you enjoyed the experience and the show!
I haven’t been in downtown Toronto in about ten years. If I never go again it will be too soon!
ReplyDeleteYes, isn't it an absolutely marvelous live experience? I saw it at the Princess of Wales Theatre too, but twenty-five years ago the first time it was staged there. And I agree about the opening number -- SPECTACULAR!
ReplyDeleteHaha.... you saw it 25 years ago and you still remember the opening number as SPECTACULAR! That just proves my point, it's 2.5 hours of stunning entertainment from start to finish.
Delete...I'm glad that you enjoyed the show.
ReplyDeleteThose are wonderful buildings. I haven't been to a show in years. I was at a concert in July in Edinburgh when I went to see the band Sparks :-D
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great experience. I've only ever been in downtown Toronto once. I hope to return someday.
ReplyDeleteAn adventure into the concrete jungle!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you had a good time at the show.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you got to see the fabulous production. Hubby and I were previleged to see it twice on Broadway NYC. I cried too. In fact I get teary eyed every time I hear the music and think of those amazing puppets that made me forget they weren't really real.
ReplyDeleteThanks for helping me relive those wonderful memories.
Sue
The music is wonderful, very uplifting.
ReplyDeletedaughter in law took our grandson and they thoroughly enjoyed it. We drive down to Vaughan subway station on Hwy 7 and catch the subway right downtown. We should just take the GO train next time
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