Disney’s The Lion King Jr.

Email lionking@svct.org
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Staff
Producer Maria Aitken
Director Christine Carrillo
Vocal Director Jenn Oliphant
Choreographer Christine Carrello
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Cast
Rafiki Italia Zarate
Mufasa Brenden Oliphant
Simba Sergio Lara
Nala Bella Prak
Young Simba (co-cast) Deklan Jenkins / Charlie Torres
Young Nala (co-cast) Allexie DeLeon / Mila Aitken
Scar Tiffany Torres
Zazu Maya Locsin
Sarabi Molly Brinan
Pumba Rose Perez
Timon Savanna Torres
Shenzi Emma Aitken
Banzai Jacqueline Harris
Ed Leandro Zarate
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Grasslands: Reia Vasquez, Angela Aguillon, Jane Allred, Alexa Lombardo, Aurelia Mancini, Andrea Cruz, Ali Bonino, Arya Mistry, Milana Altayyeb, Marissa Hand
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Lionesses: Ella Thome, Gabriella Guiterrez, Maycie Aye, Brisa Alexis, Sydney Plaza, Cassandra Cortez, Merren Sanchez, L’Renee McKissick
Lion Cub: Freya Ares
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Hyena Pack: Ivie Cintas, Benjamin Nfon, Quinn Lober, Milo Gonzalez, Ethan Hecht, Wesley Harer, Eevie Medina, Avery Stites, Landon Lewis, Graham Bowman, Samantha Bazar
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Wildebeest: Allesandra Hernandez, Tessa Flores, Bennet Fellows, Vivienne Gulizia, Caleb Mercer, Ellery Morris, Cruz Maiorino, Leah Biscardi, Jael Mejia, Avery Slayton, Mikaela Hand, Aria Smith, Megan Feinhofer, Avery Stites, Dahlia Mandini, Noah Mangana, Jibriel AL-Hakin
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Animal Ensemble
Meerkat: Adeline Cintas, Alice Allred, Callan Hendrickson, Cambria Dangerfield
Zebra: Emmy Alexander, Nolan Alexander, Izzy Oliphant, Wesley Harer
Birds: Genie Oliphant, Cady Oliphant
Gazelle: Madelyn Williams, Emory Mercer, Ryleah Estrada
Elephant: Dahlia Mancini, Jibriel Al-Hakin
Baby Elephant: Sammy Prak
Cheetah: Grayson Schiel, Scarlett Schiel
Bird Puppet: Vivianne Gulizia
Buzzard Puppet: Landon Lewis
Giraffe: Noah Mangana
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Starry Night: Ivie Cintas, Adeline Cintas, Nolan Alexander, Quinn Lober, Ethan Hecht, Milo Gonzalez, Izzy Oliphant, Cambria Dangerfield, Sammy Prak, Avery Slayton, Aria Smith, Benjamin Nfon, Eevie Medina, Alice Allred, Callen Hendrickson, Cruz Maiorino, Sammy Prak, Jibriel Al-Hakim
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Jungle Crew: Reia Vasquez, Angela Aguillon, Jane Allred, Alexa Lombardo, Aurelia Mancini, Dahlia Mancini, Andrea Cruz, Ali Bonino, Ellery Morris, Arya Mistry, Milana Altayyeb, Marissa Hand, Graham Bowman, Ellery Morris, Tessa Flores
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King Crew: Genie Oliphant, Cady Oliphant, Freya Ares, Madelyn Williams, Emory Mercer, Ryleah Estrada, Leah Biscardi, Grayson Schiel, Scarlett Schiel, Mikaela Hand, Samantha Bazar, Caleb Mercer, Allesandra Hernandez, Bennett Fellows

Based on the hit 1994 Disney movie and Broadway musical and adapted for young performers, Disney’s The Lion King, Jr. is the timeless tale of Simba, a young lion born to be king, who is forced to flee the Pride Lands after his uncle Scar kills his father Mufasa. Guided by Rafiki and new friends Timon and Pumbaa, Simba learns about identity, family, responsibility, and what he has to do in order to make things right for the Pride Lands. Featuring classic songs like “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” “Circle of Life” and “Hakuna Matata,” the entire family will enjoy the perfect theatrical spectacle that is The Lion King, Jr.

*Oct 10 Matinee:  “Sensory Friendly” Performance Explained

The typical theater experience can be too intense for some potential patrons. Audience members sit in the dark and are expected to be quiet, the music can seem loud, and stage lighting can be overwhelming. Our sensory-friendly performance gives everyone the opportunity to experience The Lion King Jr. with the lights turned up and the volume turned down. This becomes a safe and understanding environment where our guests are free to express themselves. Audience members can relax and enjoy quality family time without worrying if someone will complain or be disturbed by noise or movement.

Sensory Friendly matinees provide a friendly supportive environment for families with loved ones with special needs or young children who cannot sit through an entire show without moving or being a little loud. They may also be suitable for youth who have not attended live theater before and might not know what to expect. These special shows feature brighter auditorium lighting and lower audio levels. There are also relaxed house rules; guests are free to get up, move around, and leave whenever they need to.