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"The Lion King" is the world's No. 1 musical hit over the last 24 years with an unrivaled performance. Since its premiere on Broadway on Nov. 13, 1997, it has attracted more than 110 million theatergoers through 25 productions worldwide, with six lasting more than 15 years and four over 20 years. 

In 1998, the musical won six Tony Awards including Best Musical, and has earned more than 70 honors overall from major organizations such as the New York Drama Critics' Circle, Grammys, Evening Standard Theatre and Lawrence Olivier in just about all design categories like costumes and stage lighting.