Summer of The Lion King
This summer, Encore presents Disney's The Lion King — come join the pride. A full musical theater experience for young performers ages 8–18, at every level.
About the production
A full production, a real stage, and a whole summer of growth — Summer of The Lion King welcomes first-timers and seasoned young performers alike, building skills through rehearsal and ending with the curtain up.
Registration is split into two age divisions — ages 8–13 and ages 14–18 — so coaching and material fit each group. Choose your division below to register.
Everything you need to know
The full timeline for families — from the audition through the final performance.
Rehearsals
Monday through Friday.
Location: St. George Academy.
(Rehearsals are held at a different location than the performances.)
Performances
July 18, 20, 22, 23, 24 & 25 at the Electric Theater. Curtains at 5:00 & 7:00 PM.
Sensory-friendly: July 20 at 5:00 PM · ASL-interpreted: July 23 at 5:00 PM.
Tickets $15.
Participation fee
What to prepare
Come ready to share your voice. Here's exactly what to bring to the audition.
For your audition
No experience necessary — just come prepared with the following:
- 16 bars of a song (about 45–60 seconds) that showcases your voice.
- A headshot — a recent photo is fine.
- A resume of any past performance or training experience (optional for first-timers).
Ready to register?
Pick the division that matches your performer's age. You'll complete a short registration form to reserve an audition slot.
See what audition day is really like at Encore — a short video, what to expect, and tips to help you feel ready and confident.
Performed at the historic Electric Theater
Performances are staged at the Electric Theater, a 1911 downtown St. George landmark and the first motion picture theater in southern Utah — Encore's home since 2021. (Rehearsals are held at St. George Academy.)
68 E Tabernacle Street · St. George, UT 84770
Encore is a tenant performing at the Electric Theater. The venue is owned and operated by the City of St. George.
A show that welcomes all
Encore is committed to making live theater accessible to every audience.
Sensory-Friendly Performances
Modified performances for individuals with sensory needs, people on the autism spectrum, first-time theatergoers, and young guests — in a welcoming, judgment-free environment.
Learn about sensory-friendly shows →ASL-Interpreted Performances
Select performances are interpreted in American Sign Language for Deaf and hard-of-hearing patrons. ASL dates for this production are posted here as they're confirmed.
Accessibility at the venue →Questions about Summer of The Lion King
Don't see your question? Call (435) 414-0049 or email hello@encorepa.org.
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Come join the pride
Register for Summer of The Lion King, or grab tickets to the July performances at the Electric Theater.