The Hartland Players Encore Youth Theater is presenting “The Lion King Jr.” with performances at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 24, and Saturday, March 25, as well as at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 26, at the Hartland Performing Arts Center, 9525 E. Highland Road.
The African savannah comes to life on stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable case of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again. This inspiring, coming-of-age tale features music and lyrics by Elton John and Tim Rice.
Tickets are $15 and available by clicking here.
Each day from now until opening night, we’ll be featuring various cast members.
Leighton Easler, 13, is a 7th-grade home-schooled student.
Leighton was just in the Rudolph play over Christmas, which was her very first play ever.
Singing, dancing, and acting are things she’s always found joy in doing. S
Leighton is excited to be a part of “The Lion King Jr.” and looks forward to being involved in many other plays in her future.
