Disney’s The Lion King KIDS Cast List and Character Breakdown

Teton Music provides this Disney’s The Lion King KIDS cast list to help school directors review roles, plan auditions, and choose the right musical materials for their students.

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Quick Details for Schools

• Cast Size: Large, 21 or more performers
• Cast Type: Children
• Dance Requirements: Standard
• Best For: Elementary and middle school theatre programs, large ensembles, visually creative productions, and schools wanting a beloved Disney musical

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Quick Casting Insight: The Lion King KIDS works best when Young Simba feels playful and believable, older Simba shows emotional maturity, and the ensemble fully commits to the storytelling style through movement, masks, costumes, and vocal energy.

Rafikis
Rafiki is the wise mandrill healer of the Pridelands and serves as both spiritual guide and narrator. In the KIDS version, Rafiki is divided into multiple narrators who together lead the storytelling. These performers should project confidence, clarity, and strong vocal ability, especially during “Circle of Life” and “He Lives in You.” The role can expand or contract depending on cast size.
Gender: Any | Vocal range: C4–Bb4

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Villagers
Every performer in the cast also serves as a Villager, helping create the storytelling structure of the production. Villagers transform into animals, lionesses, hyenas, wildebeest, and additional characters using masks, costume pieces, and props. This flexible ensemble approach makes The Lion King KIDS especially effective for large school casts.
Gender: Any

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Young Simba
Young Simba is adventurous, energetic, playful, and eager to become king. Though lovable and confident at first, he eventually struggles with guilt and fear after Mufasa’s death. This role requires a strong singer and expressive actor who can carry much of the emotional heart of the story.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: C4–C#5

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Young Nala
Young Nala is courageous, intelligent, and unafraid to challenge Simba. She is playful but also confident and determined. Cast a performer who can portray strength and leadership naturally while still feeling youthful and fun.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: C4–A4

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Mufasa
Mufasa is the noble and wise king of the Pridelands. He must command authority while also showing tenderness as Simba’s father. This role works best with a mature performer capable of grounding the emotional center of the story.
Gender: Male

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Scar
Scar is the jealous and manipulative antagonist determined to seize the throne from Mufasa and Simba. Sarcastic, intelligent, and dangerous, Scar combines theatrical villainy with moments of dark humor. Cast a confident actor with strong stage presence and excellent comic timing.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: B3–B4

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Simba
Older Simba grows from frightened exile into a mature leader willing to confront Scar and reclaim the Pridelands. This role requires emotional maturity, strong vocals, and believable continuity with Young Simba. Many schools use shared costume pieces or masks to connect the two performers visually.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: Bb3–C#5

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Nala
Older Nala matures into a strong lioness who challenges Simba to return home and fulfill his destiny. Cast a performer with confidence, emotional strength, and solid vocal ability.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: Bb3–Bb4

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Zazu
Zazu is Mufasa’s loyal and anxious assistant who constantly tries to maintain order in the Pridelands. The role relies heavily on comic timing, fast reactions, and physical humor rather than singing.
Gender: Any

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Sarabi
Sarabi is Simba’s mother and a respected lioness of the Pridelands. Though the role is smaller, Sarabi helps anchor the emotional and leadership themes of the story.
Gender: Female

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Ed
Ed is the third member of Scar’s hyena trio and communicates entirely through laughter and physicality. This role is perfect for a performer comfortable making exaggerated physical comedy choices.
Gender: Any

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Pumbaa
Pumbaa is a lovable warthog who values friendship, relaxation, and simple pleasures. Sweet, loyal, and unintentionally funny, Pumbaa works best with a performer who can deliver comedy naturally without forcing it.
Gender: Any | Vocal range: B3–E5

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Timon
Timon is the fast-talking meerkat who teaches Simba the philosophy of “Hakuna Matata.” Though pretending to be fearless, Timon is often nervous and insecure underneath. This role depends heavily on charisma, comic timing, and chemistry with Pumbaa.
Gender: Any | Vocal range: Bb3–D5

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Shenzi
Shenzi is the sharp-tongued leader of Scar’s hyena trio. Clever, sarcastic, and intimidating, Shenzi should feel dangerous while still contributing to the show’s dark comedy.
Gender: Female

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Banzai
Banzai is a loud, rough, and often childish hyena who works alongside Shenzi and Ed. Cast a performer with strong comic instincts and confident physical energy.
Gender: Male

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Hyenas
The Hyenas form Scar’s army and help create the danger threatening the Pridelands. Ensemble hyenas should sing strongly during “Be Prepared” while maintaining aggressive, chaotic stage energy.
Gender: Any

Why Teachers Choose Disney’s The Lion King KIDS

• The Lion King KIDS gives schools one of the strongest ensemble storytelling experiences available for younger performers.
• The flexible villager concept allows many students to participate in multiple featured moments throughout the production.
• The show combines acting, movement, masks, costumes, and music into an immersive theatrical experience.
• Characters like Simba, Nala, Timon, Pumbaa, and Scar provide memorable featured roles for young actors.
• The themes of courage, responsibility, friendship, and identity resonate strongly with school communities and audiences.

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Before You Order

If you're considering Disney’s The Lion King KIDS for your school, reviewing the cast list is the most important first step. This helps determine whether the ensemble size, movement requirements, vocal demands, and storytelling style fit your students and production goals.

As a trusted Broadway Junior supplier, Teton Music helps schools move from planning to production with clear product options, fast turnaround, and personal support when questions come up.

• Do you have strong ensemble performers comfortable with movement and physical storytelling?
• Would your students enjoy mask work, costumes, and imaginative staging?
• Can your cast balance comedy with emotional storytelling?
• Do you want a Disney musical that works especially well for large casts?

Important School Licensing Note

Broadway Junior titles are licensed for accredited school programs using student performers. Orders are reviewed for eligibility, and performance rights must be handled properly before presenting the show.