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‘Lion King’ coming to Dayton
By Terry Morris Staff Writer
“The Lion King” is coming.
The Victoria Theatre Association has announced a 2010-2011 Broadway Series that includes the Disney stage juggernaut.
The lineup also includes the first national tour of the musical ‘9 to 5.’
“Lion King,” by Elton John and Tim Rice, will be presented June 14 through July 10, 2011, at the Schuster Center.
Performance dates for “9 to 5,” the 2009 musical written by Dolly Parton, are Feb. 1 through Feb. 6, 2011.
Other attractions include: A brand new show from “Blue Man Group,” a return visit of the comedy “The Wonder Bread Years” and the musicals “The Drowsy Chaperone” and “All Shook Up.”
Only season subscriptions are on sale now. Single tickets will go on sale at a future date.
The Dayton market has waited a long time for “Lion King,” which is based on the 1994 Disney animation film of the same name. It opened on Broadway in 1997, won the ‘98 Tony and is still running in New York and London. At almost 5,100 performances, it is the ninth longest-running show in Broadway history.
In contrast, Dayton will be only the second stop for the new “Blue Man Group” show and will be among the first cities to get “9 to 5.”
“We want to have something in the series that draws new people to the theater,” said Ken Neufeld, president and CEO of the Victoria Theatre Association and Arts Center Foundation. “We’re seeing that with ‘Wicked,’ ” which opens Feb. 17 for the first time in Dayton. “We’re going to see that with ‘Lion King’ as well. It’s going to be fabulous at the Schuster Center.”
“Drowsy Chaperone,” a musical comedy that attracted a loyal following on Broadway, will be produced by The Human Race Theatre Company. “‘All Shook Up” is built around the songs of Elvis Presley.
The series sponsor will be Miami Valley and Good Samaritan hospitals. For season tickets or more information, call (937) 228-3630, toll free at (888) 228-3630 or go to www.ticketcenterstage.com.
The 2010-11 Broadway Series
“Blue Man Group”: Sept. 28-Oct. 3. Schuster Center.
“The Wonder Bread Years”: Dec. 7-19. Victoria Theatre.
“9 to 5: The Musical”: Schuster Center.
“The Drowsy Chaperone”: Victoria Theatre.
“All Shook Up”: Victoria Theatre.
“The Lion King”: June 14-July 10. Schuster Center.
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By Mr. A
February 12, 2010 10:59 AM | Link to this
Blue Man Group? Excellent.
By Kathy
February 12, 2010 11:14 AM | Link to this
The Blue Man Group has taken the art of mime to a whole different level. I would love to see them
By LK
February 12, 2010 11:22 AM | Link to this
Yeah!!! Finally the Lion King commith!!!
By Sandy
February 12, 2010 12:08 PM | Link to this
This is GREAT, great shows at a great theatre in downtown Dayton. It really is great in Dayton.
By John
February 12, 2010 1:06 PM | Link to this
Blue Man Group puts on a great show! I saw them in New York at the Astor Theater. Best show I’ve ever seen!
By null
February 12, 2010 2:08 PM | Link to this
This is a great lineup coming to the Victoria, some big stuff. Shows like this will keep the Victoria open.
By Kim
February 12, 2010 5:48 PM | Link to this
Lion King takes years to get here; Dayton is the 2nd stop for BMG. Something odd about that. As famous as what BMG is, why Dayton as the 2nd stop? Anyway, I’m glad to see that people are doing well financially in this grand city that they can afford to go to the theater. That’s awesome!
By loving the chemical spill
February 12, 2010 5:56 PM | Link to this
Lion King takes years to get here; Dayton is the 2nd stop for BMG. Something odd about that. As famous as what BMG is, why Dayton as the 2nd stop? Anyway, I’m glad to see that people are doing so well financially in this grand city that they can afford to go to the theater. That’s awesome!
By Thomas Contento
February 12, 2010 6:23 PM | Link to this
Now thats a darn good line up!!!! Count me in Victoria Theater
By A. Adams
February 12, 2010 7:34 PM | Link to this
It would be great if we could post these type of articles on Facebook….thereby promoting these type of events with our friends. Many of my friends don’t take the paper and don’t have direct access to this information. Something to think about DDN.
By A. Adams
February 12, 2010 7:35 PM | Link to this
It would be great if we could post these type of articles on Facebook….thereby promoting these type of events with our friends. Many of my friends don’t take the paper and don’t have direct access to this information. Something to think about DDN.
By daytonfan
February 12, 2010 9:00 PM | Link to this
For those wanting to share the good news on Facebook you can go to Victoria Theater’s webpage and link to their facebook page and share with others. The more people buy tickets the better shows we get so spread the word.
By country boy
February 12, 2010 9:26 PM | Link to this
how frickin boring
By figment
February 12, 2010 11:04 PM | Link to this
I saw 9 to 5 in New York and it was really fun and entertaining. Can’t wait to see it locally too! Great choices Victoria!
By Very Dave
February 13, 2010 12:55 AM | Link to this
I can’t believe it took 13 years to get here. I saw it in Cincy years ago. Great show….however, I got a chuckle when I was buying my seats at the Aronoff Theater box office. Lots of people were calling in asking what “children’s tickets” cost. The ticket agent just kept rolling his eyes as they had to tell the folks that the kid’s seats are the same price as adult tickets…around $80 or so. IF you think this show is Disney on Parade and suitable for very young kids…think again. There were quite a few kids about 4 and 5 years old sitting around me, and they were all asleep after the first 30 minutes…or pleading to go to the restroom. Kids should be at least about 9 or 10 to enjoy it…otherwise, you’ll just be throwing $80 or more per seat away.
By Ang
February 13, 2010 3:09 PM | Link to this
My sister took my son and I to see Lion King live in Las Vegas and let me tell you….it’s worth seeing! my sister has now seen it 4 or 5 times. I will definitely try and see it again!! GREAT SHOW!!
By chris marks
February 14, 2010 7:38 PM | Link to this
“The Drowsy Chaperone” is a great fun old style new musical. Lots happening on the stage and some wonderful comedic acting and several quite good songs. Should be a great show to take on the road with few, if any, changes from the original Broadway production.