Richland One and Disney Team Up for Lion King Auditions

Disney Theatrical Productions, in collaboration with Richland One's Office of After-School Programs, is holding open call auditions for "The Lion King" Saturday, Dec. 4 at Logan Elementary School, 815 Elmwood Ave.

The producers are looking for replacements to play the role of the African lion cubs Simba and Nala, both on Broadway and in national touring companies.

Children must be between the ages of 9 and 12,with a maximum height of 58 inches, and sing, dance and act. Persons auditioning must be prepared to learn the last verse of "Just Can't Wait To Be King."

Sign-in begins at 9:30 a.m., auditions begin at 10 a.m., and sign-in ends at 11:30 a.m. Parents or guardians must remain at the audition site.