Disney’s
THE LION KING

Helpful tips

July 11-29  /  Cobb Great Hall

Dear Ticket Holder,

We hope you are looking forward to your upcoming visit to Wharton Center. Here are some tips to make your visit more enjoyable:


Come Early

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Parking Details

  • Parking in the ramp adjacent to Wharton Center is on a first come, first served basis. View the Directions and Parking page for more information.
  • Parking is $5.00 CASH ONLY at the Wharton Ramp (MSU Ramp #3), 766 East Shaw Lane.
  • Free parking available in the Shaw Ramp (MSU Ramp #1) behind the MSU College of Law, West of Wharton Center, 592 North Shaw Lane.
  • Entry to the building will be limited to the front entrance off Bogue Street or atrium entrance from the parking ramp.

Security Measures

  • Wharton Center will be implementing bag screening measures for all performances of The Lion King.
  • Bags and purses larger than 4.5” x 6.5” will be screened.
  • Backpacks, over-sized bags, cinch bags, and computer bags/cases will not be allowed into the theatre.

What to Expect

Event Details

  • Please check your tickets or email confirmation to make sure you are arriving on the correct date and time.
  • Doors to the lobby will open 1 hour prior to the performance.
  • If picking up tickets at will call, please allow for extra time.
  • Wharton Gifts and refreshment stands open one hour prior to the performance.
  • Patrons arriving after the performance begins will be held in the lobby the first 15 minutes of the performance.
  • Run time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes with an 18 minute intermission.
  • View the program (PDF)

Patron discounts

Looking for a place to eat or stay? Use the patron discount card at one of our participating community partner businesses.


Please contact us at (517) 432-2000 with any questions about this event. We look forward to seeing you at Wharton Center for Performing Arts.

MSU is a tobacco free campus.

Wharton Center
for Performing Arts

Michigan State University
750 E. Shaw Lane | East Lansing, MI 48824


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