BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Center Point High School will present the Lion King Jr, May 8 at 7 p.m.; May 9 and 10 at 2 p.m., in the auditorium. The school is located at 1000 Eagle Drive, Birmingham, AL 35215. This production is only one of a dozen or so that will be presented in the United States and was hand selected by Disney as a pilot project to determine the intricate production needs that schools will require in order to launch the script for nationwide accessibility.
“This special partnership with Disney Theatrical Productions of New York is indeed an honor and credence to the growth of our Theatre program here at Center Point High School,” said Theatre Director, LaShanna R. Tripp. “This production has been monumental in furthering the development and training of our students to take on more challenges in the arts as well as in their academics, while becoming positive contributors to their society.”
Under the direction of Ms. Tripp, students have engaged in intense performing arts workshops and rehearsals to prepare for this highly anticipated performance.
Follow the story of Simba (Donovan Stewart), who must learn the true meaning of being King of Pride Rock following the murder of his beloved father, Mufasa (Shemar Smith). Through the guidance of the wise Rafiki (Ashlee Pickard) and support from his childhood friend Nala (Jordyn Jones of Pleasant Grove MS), and the heartwarming and hilarious duo Timon (Tira Davis) and Pumbaa (Ashlee Tremble), Simba returns to Pride Rock to face his scheming Uncle Scar (Byron Bradley) to reclaim his rightful place as king and enable his pride’s survival.
This is a fun-filled family event. Admission is $10 – Adults; $ 5 – Senior Citizens and Students with Valid ID. For more information, contact the Center Point High School Box Office at, cphstheatretix@gmail.com.
