Disney’s The Lion King Musical - Sydney Australia

“THERE IS SIMPLY NOTHING ELSE LIKE IT” The New York Times

Seen by over 65 million people, Disney’s landmark musical event The Lion King is a worldwide phenomenon that will redefine your expectations of theatre. Brilliantly re-imagined by acclaimed director Julie Taymor, Disney beloved film is transformed into a spectacular theatrical experience which has won over 70 major international theatre awards.

Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains, this breathtaking production explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and unforgettable music including Elton John and Tim Rice’sCircle of Life, Hakuna Matata and the academy award winning Can You Feel the Love Tonight?

When: Showing from 13th Dec 2013 to 30th March 2014 (excludes public holidays)

Location: Capitol Theatre - 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket, Sydney 2000 Australia

Phone: +61 2 9320 5000

How to get there: http://capitoltheatre.com.au/index.php/plan-your-visit/how-to-get-here

Tickets: http://www.ticketmaster.com.au/Disney-Presents-The-Lion-King-Australia-tickets/artist/820969

Fan Reviews: 

Unforgettable!

Posted 16/02/2013

by Bel21

My Fiancé and I saw this in December 2012 in New York. From the very beginning we were captivated and cried during the amazing retelling of the story. We rave about it to everyone and will not be missing it when it comes to sydney!

Staying in Sydney for the show?  

Need accommodation near Capitol Theatre?

Look no further than Metro Hotel Sydney Central - right next door to the Capitol Theatre whilst being close to other iconic Sydney attractions.

Book here: Metro Hotel Sydney Central

Or try the Metro Hotel on Pitt, only 10 minutes walk away from the Capitol Theatre.

Book here: Metro Hotel on Pitt

Metro Hotel on Pitt is offering a special Lion King accommodation package: 

http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/254

Lion King Package Package for $260.00* per night including:

• One night's accommodation in a Superior Deluxe Queen Room
• A bottle of wine on arrival
• 2 course Pre-theatre Dinner at Palace Hotel Sydney for 2 adults
• Extended check-out to 12 noon the following day 

Metro Apartments on King's Winter Warmer with Wine & Chocolates

Metro Apartments on King invite you to book this Winter Warmer special including:

• Free Sparkling wine
• Chocolates

$179.00 Sunday-Thursday, $279.00 Friday-Saturday (minimum 2 night stay)

• To Book: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/167
• Location: 27-29 King Street Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia
• Phone: +61 2 9290 9200

Metro Apartments Darling Harbour - Multi Night Accommodation Packages

Staying in Sydney? 

Need accommodation in Darling Harbour for multiple nights? 

Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour welcomes you for a relaxing stay with our Multiple Night Package:

Choose from the following Multiple Night Stay options at Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour for great value Sydney Serviced Apartment Accommodation: 

Minimum 2 Night Stay Discount:

• $5 off per night     
• Stay for a minimum of 2 nights to receive $5 off the Best Available Rate per night!

Minimum 3 Night Stay Discount: 

• $10 off per night     
• Stay for a minimum of 3 nights @ receive $10 off the Best Available Rate per night!

Minimum 5 Night Stay Discount: 

• $15 off per night     
• Stay for a minimum of 5 nights @ receive $15 off the Best Available Rate per night!

8th Night Free at Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour 

• Book and Stay 7 Nights at Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour and receive your 8th night FREE

All four offers expire: 28th Dec 2013

To book: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/161

Or call: +61 2 9290 9200

Location: 132-136 Sussex St Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia

Attractions near Aspire Hotel Sydney: A Short History of Ultimo

'Ultimo' was originally the name of the estate of Dr John Harris, on 34 acres granted to him by Governor King in 1803. It was named for a clerical error in a legal case against Harris that had prevented him being court-martialled. His offence was listed as 'ultimo' (having occurred in the previous month) when it should have been cited as 'instant' (having occurred in the same month). Harris Street is named in his honour.

The area remained as farmland, in possession of the Harris family, until it was subdivided in 1859. At that time, most of the current streets were laid out, and the descendants of John Harris constructed the first residences in the area (at least one of which - a row of terraces in Wattle Street - was still owned by the family in the early 1980s).

Residential development accelerated in the 1880s. In 1891 the population of the Pyrmont-Ultimo area was 19,177, in 3,966 dwellings. The population peaked at around 30,000 in 1900. However, the construction of factories, quarries, woolstores and a power station in the early 20th century saw the demolition of hundreds of houses, and a steady decline in population. It was a good site for warehouses because of its proximity to Darling Harbour. Several examples of the federation warehouse style can be found along Wattle Street. By 1954, the population of Pyrmont and Ultimo was 5,000, and by 1978 it was just 1,800.

Subsequently, many industries began to move to cheaper land further from the CBD, and the decline of the wool industry made Ultimo's 15 woolstores redundant. By the start of the 1980s, derelict industrial sites began to be redeveloped for residences, mostly as apartments, a process that continues to the present.

In common with other inner suburbs such as Surry Hills, Ultimo still has some of the oldest examples of Victorian terraces. Despite constant 'slum' clearance and redevelopment during the 20th century, many fine examples exist which, as in other inner Sydney suburbs, have been progressively 'gentrified' in recent times.

Places to visit in Ultimo:

• Powerhouse Museum: http://www.powerhousemuseum.com/ 500 Harris St, Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia
• Broadway Shopping Centre: http://www.broadway.com.au/ 1 Bay Street, Broadway NSW 2007, Australia
• Wentworth Park: http://www.wentworthparksport.com.au/ Wattle St, Ultimo, Sydney NSW 2007, Australia

Close by attractions in Central (Haymarket):

• Market City Shopping Centre: http://www.marketcity.com.au/ 9-13 Hay St  Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
• Paddy's Market (Flea Market): http://www.paddysmarkets.com.au/ 9-13 Hay St  Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia (directly below Market City Shopping Centre)
• Chinatown: http://www.sydney-chinatown.info/ Dixon and Sussex Streets, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

Hotels near Ultimo and Central:

• Metro Hotel Sydney Central: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/sydney-hotels/metro-hotel-sydney-central-1

Address: 431 - 439 Pitt Street Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia
Phone: +61 2 9281 6999

• Aspire Hotel Sydney: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/sydney-hotels/aspire-hotel-sydney-10

Address: 383-389 Bulwara Road Ultimo, Sydney NSW 2007 Australia
Phone: +61 2 9211 1499

Aspire Hotel Sydney Expo Accommodation Package

Aspire Hotel Sydney

For just $169.00* per night, Aspire Hotel Sydney is offering this Expo Package including:

• Accommodation in a Superior room
• Buffet breakfast
• Free wireless internet
• Free car parking - One bay per room with unlimited entry and exit
• Exhibitor Survival Pack containing two bottles of water, one sandwich or ham croissant, one piece of fruit and one muesli bar)

Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/271

Location: 383-389 Bulwara Road Ultimo, Sydney NSW 2007 Australia

Phone: +61 2 9211 1499

Melbourne ~ Metro Apartments on Bank Place Specials

Bank Place, is a heritage street located in Melbourne, Victoria. It is a short, quaint lane way, running south from Little Collins Street between Queen Street and William Street in the main centre of Melbourne.

Bank Place has a mixture of beautiful heritage buildings dating from the 1860s through to the 1920s, dotted all along the street, offering a unique glimpse of the past. 

Boutique serviced apartment accommodation in Melbourne's CBD, Metro Apartments on Bank Place provides 4-star Studio and One Bedroom Apartments for home-away-from-home accommodation with easy access to the business end of Melbourne city with the ASX, Melbourne law courts, “New York” end of Collins Street and the financial district a quick walk away.

It is just a walk out the front door to a large variety of restaurants, boutique bars and coffee shops and is only minutes to Melbourne's famous Bourke Street Mall, the Southgate complex, Crown Casino and South bank Promenade. Melbourne is also well-known for the Arts. The National Gallery of Victoria is a short tram trip or leisurely walk from Metro Apartments, as is the Ian Potter Gallery, Immigration Museum, Melbourne Museum and Imax and many smaller private galleries, as well as many famous theatres including the Athenaeum, Princess, Regent and Her Majesty’s Theatres which have played host to Broadway and West End shows such as Marry Poppins Cabaret, West Side Story, Hairspray and the upcoming Rock of Ages.

• Metro Apartments on Bank Place Address: 18 Bank Place, Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia
• Phone: +61 3 9604 4321

Below are some specials Metro Apartments on Bank Place would like to offer:

Metro Apartments on Bank Place is offering this Autumn Package for $160.00* per night staying in a one bedroom apartment including:

• Free Internet
• Midday Check-out
• Bottle of Wine on arrival

Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/264

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Book this Mid Week Special at Metro Apartments on Bank Place for $125.00:

• Staying in a Studio Apartment
• Free Internet
• Late check-out 12 Noon

To book this Mid Week Special, you must ring hotel directly on +61 3 9604 4321

Terms: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/206

Winter Warmer Weekend in the City @ Metro Hotel Tower Mill

Metro Hotel Tower Mill is offering this Winter Warmer Weekend in the City Special for $123.00* per night staying in an executive double room including:

• 2 full hot buffet breakfasts 
• Free car parking 
• Free wireless Internet 
• Late check out till 12 noon

Book here: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/special/309

Available Friday, Saturday & Sunday nights until the end of August*

Location: 239 Wickham Tce Brisbane, QLD 4000 Australia

Phone: +61 7 3832 1421