The Lion King at Hollywood Pantages, Feb 12, 2027

Disney's The Lion King returns to the Hollywood Pantages Theatre with a Friday performance at 1 PM on February 12, 2027. It is an easy pick among the things happening in Hollywood this winter, and a good fit for a weekday afternoon out with the family or a long lunch break turned into a show.

When: Friday, February 12, 2027, 1:00 PM Where: Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028 Category: Theater, musical

What to expect

The Lion King is the long-running stage adaptation of the Disney animated film, directed by Julie Taymor and built around puppetry, masks and large-scale costume work rather than conventional sets. Actors carry animals on their bodies and walk the aisles, so the opening number tends to land the moment the house lights drop. The score pairs the film's songs with additional music and African-influenced choral arrangements.

The story follows Simba, a young lion who flees his pride after his father's death and has to decide whether to return and claim his place. The show runs with an intermission, so plan for a full afternoon rather than a quick stop.

This listing is the touring production, so the cast and company are those on the road for this stop. The Ticketmaster listing names the show as "Disney Presents The Lion King (Touring)" and does not publish individual cast members. Check the venue closer to the date if you want to know who is playing which role.

Why a Friday matinee works

A 1 PM curtain on a Friday is a little unusual, and that is the appeal. Families with school-age kids on a long weekend, visitors in town for the week and anyone who can slip away from the office get a show that wraps in the late afternoon, well ahead of the Friday-night crowds on Hollywood Boulevard. If you are scanning LA events this weekend or the next one for something that is not a club night, a matinee at a landmark theater is a reliable anchor. It also lines up with Valentine's Day weekend, if you are looking for a date plan that is not another dinner reservation.

Getting there and practical info

The Pantages sits on Hollywood Boulevard near Argyle Avenue, a short walk from the Hollywood/Vine Metro B Line station. The train is the easiest way to skip parking. Street parking nearby is limited and fills up on show days, so arrive early if you drive.

• Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster. Prices vary by section and day, and the listing does not publish a price here, so check the ticket page for current availability.
• Seating is assigned, and the venue's own entry rules apply at the door.
• Allow extra time to get through the doors and find your seat before curtain.

Looking for something else? Browse more arts and culture events or see what else is going on in Hollywood. The same run continues on other dates, so check the neighboring listings if this one does not fit your calendar.