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Disney’s The Lion King Welcomes New Cast Members

by Staff Writer
May 9, 2017
Reading Time: 5 mins read
Disney's The Lion King Cast

Disney's The Lion King Cast

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Today, the London production of The Lion King welcomes 11 new cast members, including Janique Charles, Gary Jordan and Dominique Planter who take over the principal roles of ‘Nala’, ‘Zazu’ and ‘Shenzi’ respectively. Now in its 18th triumphant year, over 14 million people have seen Disney’s award-winning musical at the Lyceum Theatre.

The Lion King marks Janique Charles’ West End debut. Born and raised in Trinidad & Tobago, Janique moved to London to join the UK touring cast in 2013. A rising star, she has travelled extensively and brings her experiences to her role as Nala. She joined the London production of The Lion King in May 2016 as part of the ensemble cast, but she now steps up to play the principal role of Nala.

       

Gary Jordan has performed in London’s West End in Grease (Victoria Palace), Anyone Can Whistle (Savoy) and in the UK tours of High Society and Playdays Live. Gary is also a pianist and musical director.

Dominique Planter has been a swing in the The Lion King since 2016, this marks her West End debut in a principal role.

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The Lion King also welcomes new cast members from The Philippines, Malawi, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Brazil and the UK: Lila Anderson, Owen Chaponda, Deborah Dada, Debôrah Godchaser, Brian James Leys, Nathan Louis-Fernand, Nonhlanhla Makthathini, Rutendo Mushonga, Luciano Santos Souza and Karlene Wray.

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