Lyceum Theatre — Attraction in London

Arrived there an hour early and was shown which entrance (there are different entrances depending on your ticket. However we went to the toilet before, which were clean and well signposted. I tried to buy merchandise before the show however there were Internet issues on every level and therefore returned to our levels auditorium. It got very crowded and hot up there and ended up buying a bottle of water and a bag of sweets for £7.50!! You can take own drinks and snacks in so youre better going to the Tesco express across the road before! Finally, we were able to take our seats just after 7pm. My partner was worried about the view from Grand circle G5 and G6 but as you can see from the photos, the view of the stage was very good, even if I was clinging on the handrail for dear life. One negative is how uncomfortable the seats are and how limited the space you have is, especially if you a little weighty like me. The couple next to us had spent the day shopping in london before and had no space for their bags which made it difficult for otjers to get to their seats. The architecture from the theatre is just stunning. We noticed before the show started there was a board displaying text for hard of hearing or English as another language which I thought was very inclusive. When it comes to the performance itself, I dint think I have the words to describe how truly captivating Lion King was. The colours. The voices. And more so, the staging was just superb. For us, ravikki, zazu and tamone and pumba stole the show. The orchestra including the authentic African drums and the choir during the performance literally gave me goosebumps. Watching the lion king in the west end was literally a dream come true for me. After the performance, we tried to re-enter the shop to buy merchandise to be met with a very strict security on the door. You need to have your ticket ready. They had some beautiful things to purchase but my budget just about stretched to the £12 fridge magnet. So to summarise, the theatre is beautiful, clean but seats are uncomfortable and limited for space. The shops and bars are overpriced but the show itself was truly...

Shockingly, I had never been to Lyceum Edinburgh, but have now been three times to see the stunning Blue Beard by Wise Children. The staff are lovely, and really helpful. I called for two separate enquiries and they answered professionally and warmly. The exterior facade has a modern glass surround, which is a cool touch. It would seem that you have to show your tickets to gain entrance suggesting you couldn't just pop in for a drink and meeting like most theatres, but lovely staff in the Ground and Upper floor bars. We pre-ordered drinks for the interval, but my sparkling rose wine had been poured too soon and in too wide a glass so had lost its fizz. I ordered a can of soft drink the next time to avoid this, but the drinks were laid out clearly and easy to find. The theatre itself is just lovely, and who could not be in awe of that ceiling and chandelier? The traditional decor creates an excitement before the play even begins, which is a wonderful way to start the evening. I was in Box E the first time, and was charmed to see a client opposite. The next time, I had made a mistake with my booking, and a delightful male staff sorted it quickly with ease and swapped me to a box on the opposite side. Comfortable seating, and although these are 'restricted view,' it is nothing that a little lean or twist won't sort out. The technicians are good with great lighting and sound; although I found the temperature rather cool. The downstairs bar was freezing, but I have often been likened to a rock lizard, so don't go by my inner temp; although I would recommend you bring a shawl. For anyone who loves the theatre, these are hallowed halls, and I get the sense that the staff know this and feel honoured to be in the industry as they show this in their high level of service. With one week to go for Blue Beard, I may just find myself returning with friends for another visit, but will definitely also look forward to seeing what their next production will be in order to soak up that...

My husband and I finally had the chance to watch the live musical show of The Lion King. This was at the top of our list when visiting London. Although they also have the same show in New York, I’ve had this on my bucket list for a long time, and I can’t believe I finally made it happen. I'm thrilled with the show. I have zero regrets about paying £78 for my seat, which was on the 1st level.

Here's a tip: if you want a better seat, wait for tickets to go on sale the same day before the show starts. Keep checking prices from 10am on the official London Theatre website. When you see a good price, it's likely that seats have gone on sale. Act quickly and buy one. Believe me, this is the best way to get a better seat at a lower price.

There was a sign indicating that videos or photos were not allowed during the show, which makes sense. After all, you’ve paid a substantial amount for your seat; you wouldn’t want to see the same show on YouTube the next day. It makes a lot of sense.

I cried during most of the scenes, especially when Mufasa died. You essentially see the entire film recreated in front of your eyes, but as a musical. The actors were amazing. Fortunately, they were the exact same actors from the trailer posted on YouTube. I was worried there might be different actors since the show has been running for a long time.

Unfortunately, the last show is during August 2024. I'm so happy and lucky that I got to see it. It brought back a lot of childhood memories, and I remember every word of all the songs. The actors' voices were amazing. The merchandise was pricey, which I didn’t like, but it’s fine since I wasn’t there for the merch.

Try to arrive at least half an hour before the show to get seated and find the most suitable spot. Some snacks arw allowed inside, and you can buy popcorn and fresh juices during the intermission. We absolutely loved it and would do it again if the prices were lower and if we visit London...