The Lion King at Hollywood Pantages, Jan 22, 2027

Friday night is the easy slot for a big stage show, and on January 22, 2027, the touring production of The Lion King takes the stage at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre at 7:30 PM. For anyone sorting through things happening in Hollywood this winter, a curtain-up evening at a landmark theater is hard to beat.

When: Friday, January 22, 2027, 7:30 PM Where: Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028 Tickets: Through Ticketmaster, linked below

What to expect

The Lion King brings Disney's animated film to the stage with songs by Elton John and Tim Rice, plus the additional music and chants that the musical added. The production is known for its puppetry. Performers wear animal figures as part of their costumes, and the opening number sends the cast down the aisles, so the show starts before you have settled into your seat. "Circle of Life" and "Hakuna Matata" are both in the score.

An evening performance suits adults and older kids who can sit through a full-length musical. Ticketmaster lists the show under Arts & Theatre, in the musical category. If you want a theater night before the weekend starts, this is one of the more reliable picks among upcoming events in Los Angeles.

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 draw, so give yourself time to look around before the house opens. Dinner spots and bars line the boulevard, which makes a pre-show meal simple to plan.

Practical info

Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster. The listing did not carry a price we could confirm, so check it for current seating sections and availability. Parking near Hollywood Boulevard fills quickly on show nights, and the Metro station is the simplest way to skip the garage lines on a Friday. Plan to be in your seat before curtain, since late seating is usually held until a break in the performance.

If you are comparing plans for the weekend, the Pantages shows up on plenty of lists of LA events this weekend for good reason. Browse the Hollywood neighborhood page or the arts and culture category for other shows and exhibitions around town.