If the script were not written then there would not be a need for the actors and costumes. The script followed the classic Disney film very closely and most of the time it was word for word. I feel that the writers were doing this because “The Lion King” is an acclaimed film that has been loved by many different people and they are trying to draw attention to the cartoon on a live action level. They added different parts to the play and I feel this was because they could not have the play to be only an hour. The scene that was added though confused me because it was not really needed to explain the story as a whole. It showed how arrogant Simba was a cub, but it was only needed to make the production longer.
Overall, I enjoyed my experience seeing “The Lion King”. I can say that parts of the film were really well done and I loved it and then there were other parts that could have been changed or not added in. The show as a whole was entertaining and kept the audience engaged the entire time. I recommend the show to anyone who wants to be entertained, wants to have a show for their first Broadway experience or just a lover of Disney. I am hoping to get the chance to see the show again and see what things that changed over the years of