The Lion King at Hollywood Pantages, Jan 7, 2027

Few stage musicals are as instantly recognizable as The Lion King, and on Thursday, January 7, 2027, the touring production plays an evening performance at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. If you are building a list of things happening in Hollywood in the first week of the new year, a Thursday night at a historic theater is a solid pick.

When: Thursday, January 7, 2027, 7:30 PM Where: Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028 Tickets: Through Ticketmaster, linked below

What to expect

The show brings Disney's animated film to the stage with songs by Elton John and Tim Rice. The big draw is the staging: animal figures built as wearable puppets, sweeping choreography and a cast that files down the aisles during the opening number. The score carries "Circle of Life" and "Hakuna Matata," so even casual fans will know much of what they hear.

A 7:30 PM curtain on a weeknight works for date nights, birthday outings and older kids who can handle a full-length musical. Ticketmaster files the production under Arts & Theatre, in the musical category.

The venue

The Pantages is a 1930 Art Deco movie palace on Hollywood Boulevard, a short walk from the Hollywood & Vine Metro B Line station. The lobby and auditorium are part of the experience, so arrive early enough to look around before the house opens. For anyone sorting through things to do in Los Angeles that feel like a proper night out, a landmark room like this one earns its place.

Practical info

Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster. Prices vary by seating section and demand, so check the listing for current availability. Parking near Hollywood Boulevard fills quickly on show nights, and the Metro station is the easiest way to skip the garage lines. Plan to be seated before curtain, since late seating is usually held until a break in the performance.

This is one of many Lion King dates at the Pantages, so if the night does not work, other performances are listed on our Hollywood and arts pages. Browse the arts and culture category for more theater and live shows around the city.