THE LION KING in London: Glimpse Into The Rehearsal Room

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2 жыл бұрын

The emotional moment our cast were reunited and sang Circle of Life together for the first time! Since then rehearsals have been in full swing as we prepare to welcome audiences back to experience Disney’s award-winning musical in London.
Performances begin 29 July - book your tickets now at thelionking.co.uk/london

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@stockleycat 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve always said that the opening number of the Lion King is worth the price of admission itself. This rehearsal is so emotional. Well done!

@sundae6969 2 жыл бұрын

I went and saw this play a couple of years ago and I was so moved by the entire production. The opening definitely brought tears to my eyes. I might be the only person to say this but I saw Hamilton and was actually bored. I don't know what the hype was all about. The Lion King is 100 times better

@jacquelinehodge1528 2 жыл бұрын

@Jonsweets 2 жыл бұрын

true i went and seen it so worth the price

@kathernterry2628 2 жыл бұрын

@@sundae6969 I didn't see Hamilton live but on film, but I went to see the LK many years ago, I saw it twice. If it comes near me, I'll go again, it's my favorite live performance!

@bing_cct8984 2 жыл бұрын

Yes!!! Emotional!!! 😭😭🧡🧡

@juanrodrigues866 2 жыл бұрын

This song usually makes me feel emotional, but this specific performance made me cry my eyes out. You can feel Gugwana's emotion and how she and the whole cast are thrilled to be there. Just amazing.

@aelloelleo 2 жыл бұрын

Same. 😭

@thandiwechunga5 2 жыл бұрын

I have literally shed tears mayn... Eesh

@Who1saiah 2 жыл бұрын

I'm ugly crying right now.

@antonycamilleri1197 2 жыл бұрын

Shows how deeply connected you all are ,absolutely captivating performance

@stockleycat 2 жыл бұрын

This song gives all the feels and this one I can usually get to the darn giraffes walking on stage before I lose it. This rehearsal it was by the first note. Power of Music.

@lukericketts4055 2 жыл бұрын

This sound could surely heal the world... The moment the lead vocal opens with that famous cry, and the chorus comes in with that ripping chord, my goodness I'm in tears.... just simply stunning

@pamelavanstaden4127 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely. Fills you up, no words can describe the feeling.

@ladee52able 2 жыл бұрын

♡♡♡

@kisskitty1808 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more 🥲🌍🤍🤲🏻

@NamSoul 2 жыл бұрын

Well said 👏

@abbyallen7848 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the sound, it heals the world. It's a spiritual sound.

@raidelcarbonell5145 5 ай бұрын

Damn! I cried like a child. I LITERALLY don't know what is it about this song that takes me somewhere else very deep inside. Like a safe and pure magical place. It just makes you feel alive

@Sendcookiesnow 4 ай бұрын

Me too!!!❤❤❤❤😢😢😢😢

@Mpumimbethe 4 ай бұрын

Nants ingonyama bakithi Baba [Here comes a lion, Father] Sithi uhm ingonyama [Oh yes, it's a lion] Nants ingonyama bakithi baba Sithi uhhmm ingonyama Ingonyama Siyo Nqoba [We're going to conquer] Ingonyama Ingonyama nengw' enamabala [A lion and a leopard with spots come to this open place] [Chant repeats] From the day we arrive on the planet And blinking, step into the sun There's more to see than can ever be seen More to do than can ever be done. There's far too much to take in here. More to find than can ever be found. But the sun rolling high Through the sapphire sky Keeps great and small on the endless round. It's the Circle of Life And it moves us all Through despair and hope Through faith and love Till we find our place On the path unwinding In the Circle, The Circle of Life It's the Circle of Life And it moves us all Through despair and hope Through faith and love Till we find our place On the path unwinding In the Circle The Circle of Life

@crystalholston2401 2 ай бұрын

Me too

@ojantastic 2 ай бұрын

I’m crying too brother. What a treasure we were able to experience

@ramasabajo5360 2 ай бұрын

Even not thinking about the musical or movie I feel this song is about hope and courage. And about some kind of breakthrough. For me it serves as a beautiful reminder of what people can achieve when they work together. The harmonies in the voices and those chords progressions just move the soul. Its feels like a spiritual ceremony. Very sacred indeed... They should warn people about it actually.😅😢

@jojomakes Жыл бұрын

I don't understand how they can sing like this multiple shows a week without completely blowing their voices. STUNNING!!!

@ysinoquiero2019 8 ай бұрын

Technique !

@melisaez 6 ай бұрын

I cry cry cry

@rootsAlkebu 3 ай бұрын

nature has provided

@mathiassterild7304 2 ай бұрын

for the first traning for the second Technique

@CatG12 2 ай бұрын

ANYTHING that sounds tribal hits me so deep in the soul. Whether it's a Zulu song, Inuit throat singing or the Haka being performed, I cry like a baby every time.

@DanceswithHyenas Жыл бұрын

What sets this song apart from many others is that it hits your spirit before it hits your emotions or intellectual faculties. There is an unmistakable, undeniable, underlying spiritual evocation that provokes the spirit to respond before the mind can fully understand why tears are emerging.

@kcd850 Жыл бұрын

100% agreee

@gaiusngwa3911 Жыл бұрын

You said it all. It enters the spirit, soul and body

@anthonystewarti.maugaotega 5 ай бұрын

Whoever composed this song , should be the musical hall of fame , 24yrs since 1995 and this song still hit 🔥 it

@ironore1000 4 ай бұрын

Singing in his a spiritual thing, it was always used spiritually before it became entertainment. In South Africa, gospel music is huge and its influence can still be heard even in some urban music.

@ManuelaMassangae-gw5fy 3 ай бұрын

Amavel coment😅o melhor que li aqui

@chelseabills4973 8 ай бұрын

Drop a heart if you’re an AFRICAN❤❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ THIS IS US❤️❤️❤️❤️

@snsd717 2 жыл бұрын

COVID took so much from performers and artists. The fact that We just got to see the moment they’re finally in a room with people who have the same passion, talent and love for the art is a gift! Thank you! ❤️

@Breezonthemoon 2 жыл бұрын

I was searching for a comment like this! Yes!

@collinnc2001 2 жыл бұрын

It mentally drained us!!!! I work in theatre and seeing the doors closed for over 630 days hurt worse than anything

@escapistfromhell1543 Жыл бұрын

Covid also took away the life of an very talented baritone. #CarlosMarin4ever

@saravezzoli274 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy I'm not the only one that cries her heart out upon listening to this song. The power which comes from a choir is so strong, and our bros and sis from Africa make everything even more deep and powerful. So so good ❤️

@collinnc2001 2 жыл бұрын

I’m in NC and beautiful cast will be on stage in about 5 hours. I’m beyond excited and definitely taking kleenex

@ezekielthorpe1924 Жыл бұрын

No u are not. Thank u. 😊

@porschenator Жыл бұрын

fellow south africans.

@georgebozinovski9401 Жыл бұрын

You’re white guilted.

@saravezzoli274 Жыл бұрын

@@georgebozinovski9401 not sure if you're comment is positive or negative, anyway, peace.

@cynthiastephie 2 жыл бұрын

For me nothing beats this, it has remained to be the best opening song for anything. First time watching this live made me cry.

@Andrealr2012 2 жыл бұрын

I've cried everytime I've seen it live 8 times now and always same emotion it's breathtaking most magical show ever and their passion just shows throughout whole performance will always be my fave show

@jonathanroberts6434 2 жыл бұрын

Not just cry,..absolutely ugly cry

@RedHeadAgent Жыл бұрын

This song is breathtaking. And yes, when I saw it on Broadway I cried both times. It is a stunning show. I want to see it again.

@cynthiastephie Жыл бұрын

@@RedHeadAgent true

@JamesLewis-mp9zn Жыл бұрын

I'm 74 years old and proud to be a BLACK MAN. This brings out the warrior in me.

@SirReginaldBumquistIII 2 ай бұрын

Youre absolutely no different to the rest except how you choose to be.

@futureDrNLB 2 жыл бұрын

The Power of Mother Africa Shines Through!!! Just Powerful and oh so Beautiful

@ambieberns5198 2 жыл бұрын

Idk why this song no matter how it’s sang or who sings it, always make me cry a little. Soooooo beautiful! Very well done!!!

@Kams3 2 жыл бұрын

Same 🥺❤️

@gabgiftedchronicles7243 2 жыл бұрын

This one hits different tho

@collinnc2001 2 жыл бұрын

A little?

@whoopdewhoop7154 Жыл бұрын

Listen to south African freedom songs. Esp of oppressed workers. You'll cry again!

@Moedy101 2 жыл бұрын

I just love being African!!!! I’m soooo thankful!!!! My families are from Ethiopia, West Africa, Central Africa and South Africa!! Glad I have connections from all over!!!! 🥵🥵❤️❤️

@evolutionofshe270 2 жыл бұрын

THIS is MY ANCESTORS’ LANGUAGE… Hundreds of years STOLEN from us AND I CAN STILL FEEL IT… That mere fact moves me BEYOND anything this humble wordsmith’s mind can FATHOM.

@AliciaNyblade 2 жыл бұрын

Theater major here. This song has always been a masterpiece--and yes, I'm old enough to remember when the original film was in theaters--but this particular rendition hits so hard. The pandemic has brought us powerfully and painfully through all the aspects of the circle mentioned in the lyrics, and knowing that we're, gods willing, emerging into the next round, returning to our craft of the stage we love so dear, is extremely poignant. In times of great sorrow, the human soul longs for stories and storytellers, and it's an honor to provide that through an art that's been a tradition for thousands of years. Bravo to the cast and blessed be. )O(

@chisomokafor6889 2 жыл бұрын

Millennials has the best childhood experience. They experienced this as kids, pre teens and teenagers before technology came.

@jasminejohnson2687 2 жыл бұрын

💯💯💯

@rachelwarner2139 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this with my daughter in NYC ten years ago. Last week we saw it again in North Carolina, bringing her three year old daughter. She loved it, knew the characters, laughed and clapped. Sat on my lap the entire performance. We want her to experience live theater, it soothes one’s soul.

@susan8576 Жыл бұрын

You can say that again.👍🏽

@johngyenfi8800 2 жыл бұрын

I cried like a baby 😭😭. The waves of emotions. So powerful!!

@Patricia-30 2 жыл бұрын

Moi aussi j'ai pleuré 😭 trop d'émotion et d'intensité !

@YolandaRivera285 Жыл бұрын

So beautiful I cried I don't know why but when I see Africans singing and dancing it touches my soul to the utmost that I have to pray to God because I feel like Africa is my home. Thank you momma Africa for being my roots and letting me be in touch with it's beauty and soulful heritage and pride

@CS-sy6nm 2 жыл бұрын

Naaaaants ingonyama babithi baba…stirs the very core of me every single time. Love to you all from South Africa (translated: ‘Here comes a lion, father’)

@joanamiranda9418 2 жыл бұрын

Cried from 2 seconds in wow me and and my son were singing this yesterday and my son was born in South Africa 🇿🇦 Africa is Eden

@nicolefrances.c Жыл бұрын

As an usher at the Minskoff theatre.. I am sincerely sad for literally every patron that shows up late and misses this number. It’s the most rewarding thing in the world to see if I feel. It gives me chills EVERY time in inside the theatre and able to watch it.

@sburris65 Жыл бұрын

One time, I actually went to the front of the auditorium just to watch the performances get ready to walk through the front doors. I was simply in awe. I took a beautiful picture that proudly hangs in our living room. And every tim someone visits, they ask about that picture. I tear up talking about it

@Bonmud38 2 жыл бұрын

The women who plays Rafiki is Gugwana Dlamini. I remember there was a video of the Lion King cast singing at an airport, she was also playing Rafiki then. She is just too wholesome.

@icthree3235 2 жыл бұрын

Please keep this alive for my children to experience.

@clairenovak11 2 жыл бұрын

These are the types of moments we’ve all been waiting over a year for…💕

@thembikunene4531 2 жыл бұрын

Proudly South African, whst a beautiful song in ISiZulu one of beautiful South African languages. Plesier, Siyabonga ka khulu Bomkhaya for flying our flag high eEurope and all over the world 🙌🙌🇿🇦🇿🇦💕💗🌻🌼💐

@nombulelontshali7314 10 ай бұрын

South African voices are just out of this world 👌👌👌👌

@clarecatherine8387 2 жыл бұрын

This is why music, live and raw, always has been and always will be so very important. To communicate emotions when the words aren't there to do so. And to conjure emotions you didn't know you had within you. Music transcends everything. I feel blessed every single day to be a musician.

@melmel12567 2 жыл бұрын

The joy, the tears, the happiness, the support, the passion. These videos never cease to amaze me and put a smile on my face!

@angelsayles1556 2 жыл бұрын

I had to pause it for a minute. This is literally my favorite song from the lion king. When I need a glimpse of my childhood I go to this song. I love this so much. Great performance

@mikeg3950 2 жыл бұрын

This song has always brought tears to my eyes. The passion with which it’s sung and the message. Circle of life rules us all

@creamzff8105 2 жыл бұрын

also brings back our childhood memories and thinking how much we changed when watching the animated movie. circle of life

@camopug 2 жыл бұрын

Goosebumps. Tears. Absolutely beautiful.

@monicanixon5140 2 жыл бұрын

Those goosebumps know something...

@andrewopp.4554 Жыл бұрын

Goosebumps Bro the song has some form of power in it. I tell you 😂😂

@nana_kwame_duah 5 ай бұрын

I always have goosebumps with this song. Absolutely stunning piece.

@jayweh Жыл бұрын

this song is one of the most magical chord progressions and harmonics I've ever heard. the composer must be a genius. it will never fail to catch me emotionally.

@HOYANA2024 3 ай бұрын

29-01-2024 WAW!!! AMAZING!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤ BRASIL 🥰 😍 🥰 😍 🥰

@markwduns 2 жыл бұрын

This number still brings me to tears, and I cannot wait to see the show in a theater again.

@candisrobinson2547 2 жыл бұрын

I have listened to this over and over and it gives me immense emotion and chills. Its a spiritual calling brought to life!! #beautiful #musicislove

@yahairay1573 2 ай бұрын

Lion king is my absolute favorite Disney movie. The story is beautiful but the MUSIC is absolutely astounding!!! I told myself one day I was going to see this masterpiece and I finally did and I would go again without a doubt just to hear these amazing people sing like THAT!! 🥰👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼 freaking beautiful!!!

@Punkin1pearrie 5 ай бұрын

I don't know why but watching and hearing this video became more of a spiritual awareness for me. This was so emotional more than a movie. Thanks to all who sang this song. Your brilliance is much appreciated.

@borntobealive1982 2 жыл бұрын

No .... I don't have words ..... it's normal that my tears fall down ??? Goodness 🙏🙏

@kimberlycannon7225 2 жыл бұрын

The power of music. It cleans our soul.

@margosample2769 2 жыл бұрын

Glue that brings people together ❤❤❤❤

@vandaesteves6007 2 жыл бұрын

Suddenly, we feel we're part of a big family. We cannot touch each other, we cannot see each other, but we feel. Thank you, beautiful souls for making our lives much more beautiful! Congratulations: it's the first time I see a video no one dislikes.

@christinecook2045 2 жыл бұрын

This is magic in a pair of ear buds!

@jakers918 2 жыл бұрын

Update: just bought my tickets! It has been on my bucket list to see this since it came out. I am 35 now. I think this will be the year!

@ANightworkerslife 2 жыл бұрын

I had the privilage to wacth them in 2013... The Circle of Life always gets me.. it has something special. Must be the best show-opener EVER. But this... this reduced me to tears completely... I feel them...

@ImMr.Jones1984 Жыл бұрын

When they guy came in.. the whole room was like 😮😮😮, whose that with that spirit of james earl jones in their voice....

@fionamoolla 2 жыл бұрын

Saw this a few months ago on Broadway and my little South African self burst into tears at the first line of the song

@jeffreycreightney1000 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve watched this video so many times and it moves me deeply each time. I’m in awe of this cast. I felt every emotion from their beautiful voices. Theater is back! 🙏🏽

@newstart6107 2 жыл бұрын

I just sobbed at this! I remember seeing the Lion King at the cinema when it first came out- I took my 2 nieces - they were 8 and 10 at the time - they sobbed at the opening sequence. It’s beautiful music, picture and the best animated film I've seen ever!

@BottomLin3Op 10 ай бұрын

I would pay my life savings just to hear when she starts you get get the chills

@rhyslewis599 9 ай бұрын

That was stunning, but nothing beats watching it live in theatre…the feelings you will feel when you’re watching this live in theatre are just unmatched by anything I’ve watched or heard.

@heidiseaman2622 9 ай бұрын

My husband and I were lucky enough to see the production when it came to Austin. I personally had been waiting 20 years to see it live and it was well worth the wait. There's something about theater that hits you deep in your soul.

@sabines.3664 2 жыл бұрын

Chills...

@Anthony-ze9up 10 ай бұрын

Saw the show in Birmingham yesterday with my wife. It was INCREDIBLE. The cast, singing, voices of the characters, live music, outfits, sound effects and backdrops. Awesome 👏👏👏

@glorymakena3419 11 ай бұрын

I just love how they were shedding tears😢 me too

@pamelaaniuchi7143 8 ай бұрын

This song will go down in history! I LOVE AFRICA! ❤

@stevieayres5603 2 жыл бұрын

Please can someone tell me why I'm crying!!!.. The power behind these voices❤️❤️ so overwhelming xxx seen this in London twice as a child and I can't wait togo see it again and appreciate it more nowadays

@stephier.r.8656 2 жыл бұрын

Same Here, it's so powerful and emotional🙏

@declankelly9579 2 жыл бұрын

The passion and joy exhibited by all the performers in this video shows why The Lion King show is one of the best shows you can go and see. I would love a chance to see the whole show live one day. Thank You to all of you wonderful show.

@Edera7795 15 күн бұрын

There is no holding back when you are singing the wonderful music. Thank you cast, and Sir Elton John

@krittachai7485 10 ай бұрын

I dont know why I cry too much when listen this song so emotional 😢

@Jason-Clark235 2 жыл бұрын

Well done everyone with this amazing milestone for opening theatres back up. Cant wait for it to return

@hazelold2882 2 жыл бұрын

I saw it in London last night and it was just wonderful to be there. Could’ve watched it over and over again all night though!! Endless Night was a fantastic performance too

@nyalo.r. 2 жыл бұрын

Such sound makes me more proud of my skin😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️

@afckingmess 2 жыл бұрын

Holy crap, instant tears. That was so beautiful. I can’t imagine having the honor of being in the same room when they perform this. What an emotional experience 🥹

@towandawalker2908 Жыл бұрын

It is truly amazing!

@goldnarms435 2 жыл бұрын

There is sooooo much talent in this world.

@theeye5313 2 жыл бұрын

It's funny how we don't know the words but understand the entire song🖤❤🖤❤🖤❤🖤

@JuiceJ443 2 жыл бұрын

Shit! I’m crying! I wish I would have known my culture. We were a powerful nation!✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

@idawilcox5275 Жыл бұрын

This is such a deeply spiritual song. It goes beyond the story of a Lion. :) Brings me to tears every time. Haven't been back to physical church since 2020 and listening to this makes me miss Physical church sooo badly.

@sphamandlangalo9745 2 жыл бұрын

🇿🇦😍❤My people ..I'm too proud to be SAn

@magdalenaenzensperger6983 2 жыл бұрын

I just saw a glimpse of it on TikTok and had to search for the whole song. Boy I cried like crazy. Bawled my eyes out. This song is so powerful, and the choir behind it is so wonderful. An absolutely stunning performance. This song and it doesn't matter if it is on the Disney movie or here always give me the chills and makes me cry. Thank you so much for sharing this.

@levellemack4023 Жыл бұрын

Today is February 5th,2023. My God!!!! I wished that I could've been in the mixed of this LIVE set!! My GOD!

@peggyhawkins2188 3 ай бұрын

The Harmony in this rehearsal was astounding marvelous. I would love for someone would translate the word. The emotions when singing is so amazing. Thank you beautiful performers in song.

@Fandomonium456 2 жыл бұрын

Man I didn’t expect to cry watching this

@MrBali123456 2 жыл бұрын

Something too difficult to explain what is it as when I hear this song while seeing the rehearsal, there is an unexplainable power which touch my mind and make my tears run down. Thank you so much for a such beautiful video.

@Nurse8812 6 ай бұрын

This will forever and always be my favorite broadway. This song digs deep into my soul every single time.

@Aurora-ii8kt 25 күн бұрын

The beautiful language of Mother Nature... It's touch my heart so much.

@heatherlee8827 2 жыл бұрын

Omg that made me cry and gave me goosebumps...

@pamelaadams8743 2 жыл бұрын

You can "feel" it....the words...you can "feel" them... For me, "It's like, the King of kings is in the midst. The LION of the Tribe of Judah is here. He is THE LION KING." God, I thank You for this moment. I get chills almost everytime I hear the beginning of this song. Jesus, You are the Lion King & I give You praise! Hallelujah! You're worthy of all honor, glory, and praise. No matter what we face, You will forever be worthy. You are in control...even when it appears that You aren't. You have a plan. Help us to RISE UP and take our place in the CIRCLE of LIFE. From the day we arrived on this planet, You had and have a plan for our lives. Help us, help me, to walk in that plan and to bring glory to Your Name. Amen.

@KeapYene 2 жыл бұрын

!!!!!!!🔥🔥🔥!!!!!! Yesss!

@madamebih7825 11 ай бұрын

Id probably die in a room so full of raw talent and emotion omg

@GridBlackTop Ай бұрын

OMG thee best opening song ever in a movie absolutely amazing and incredible. Whoever made this song. Oh my God.

@jaylevzi7293 Жыл бұрын

Words just don't express how you feel when you see this for the first time live. No matter where or which cast, it absolutely will hit all your emotions in one go.

@stefanephraim8096 Жыл бұрын

I have no words to express my joy at listening to these voices that take us beyond all reality, may God one day lift up Africa 🥹🇬🇦

@Ayanda.L 4 ай бұрын

I’m proud to be South African like to know that all this talent is from my home country 🎉🎉🙌🏽🙌🏽 halala SA

@davidparker3725 2 ай бұрын

I can not speak Zulu, but something about this has always gave me chillls and brings me to tears. And it’s not in sadness.

@Otterpoptheotter 2 жыл бұрын

God I could watch this musical a thousand times and STILL cry at the beginnning

@MrsDaedalus_ 2 жыл бұрын

I watched The Lion King with my school when we were in London for two weeks in 2012. This makes me especially emotional. It really brings back memories.

@christianwingateluvyou5191 Жыл бұрын

I go to a thought of stepping off a plane. into the sunlight and saying I’m home to my ancestors. It sends a chill and the language so forgotten for some of us. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

@ellenpearljackson5219 Жыл бұрын

When she sings the tears of joy come oh my and they're beautiful cast oh my tears of Joy body of old 82-year old woman's body never stop moving I dance to the whole song everytime I hear it I feel mother Africa I'm home God bless everyone in the circle of life

@sharonradford5781 2 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh this harmony……chills all over.

@ivonnegarcia7181 2 жыл бұрын

*chills*

@michmat77 10 ай бұрын

Artists all around the room! WAOOOOOOO!

@carolinebrett2634 2 жыл бұрын

It's the absolute commitment to the sound.....

@rachaelle27 2 жыл бұрын

The feeling this art gives is unexplainable😍😍😍😍😍😍

@jenniferlyons4150 2 жыл бұрын

They're amazing. I can't imagine how they felt not being able to work for all this time separated from each other and unable to showcase their craft and talent.

@crystalyana9533 Жыл бұрын

Why am I crying!?!❤

@mpholepedi3687 2 жыл бұрын

The song makes me cry even more when those young kids sings it...Ndlovu Youth Choir....they are killing it....and they are just kids but have done exceptionally well with the song....