Radnor 4th, 5th Graders Performing 'The Lion King Jr.' Next Week

The Radnor School District is hosting its last theater event for the spring and it's looking to be full of cuteness.

More than 90 fourth and fifth grade students will hit the stage Thursday, Friday,and Saturday next week to perform Disney's "The Link King Jr."

Showtimes are 7 p.m. Thursday, March 16, Friday, March 17, and Saturday March 18. A matinee performance will be held at 1 p.m Saturday, too.

Performances will be held in Radnor Elementary School Little Theatre, 20 Matsonford Road, Radnor.

Students will portray famous characters including Simba, Rafiki, Mufasa, Scar, Nala, Timon and Pumbaa, as well as multiple parts as various animals of the Serengeti and African jungle.

This inspiring coming-of-age tale is based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor and the 1994 animated film, the district said.

The show will feature famous songs written by Elton John and Tim Rice for the original film, including "Circle of Life," "I Just Can't Wait to be King," "Hakuna Matata," and the Oscar-winning "Can You Feel the Love Tonight."

Not only will students perform those famous songs, they will also perform in several African languages, including Swahili and Zulu, the district said.

While admission is free for all performances, donations are accepted at the door.

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