Disney’s The Lion King Auditions

Casting Call for Disney’s The Lion King Broadway Chicago

Audition Information
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Time:  9:00-11:00AM
Where: Ballet Chicago, 17 N. State Street, 19th Floor, Chicago, IL 60602

Requirements to Audition

YOUNG SIMBA: He/Him. 8 – 12 years old. An African lion cub. Mufasa’s son. A lion cub that eventually becomes the King of the Pridelands. Looking for a young actor/singer with natural talent, charm, and charisma. Actor must move well and hold the stage on his own with confidence and truth. ACTOR MUST BE UNDER 56 INCHES.

YOUNG NALA: She/Her. 8 – 12 years old. An African lion cub. She eventually becomes the Queen of the Pridelands. She keeps Simba in his place. Looking for a young actor/singer with natural talent, charm, and charisma. Actor must move well and hold the stage on her own with confidence and truth. ACTOR MUST BE UNDER 56 INCHES.

Be prepared to be taught the last verse of “I Just Can’t Wait to be King.” All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Parents or guardians must remain present at the audition site at all times. Please be prepared to wait.

*Disney is a signatory to and an employer under the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) union. Therefore, if selected the actor will receive a minimum weekly Broadway salary $2771.98.

***If interested, please speak with Ms. Alia for more details.