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The Lion King at DC Public Library

Celebrate Discover Summer with a very special event with Disney's "The Lion King," The World's #1 Musical now playing at The Kennedy Center.

The cast of Disney's The Lion King, The World's #1 Musical now playing at The Kennedy Center is coming to the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in celebration of Discover Summer for an unforgettable experience for families. You are invited to enjoy:

• Live performances by The Lion King cast members of The Circle of Life and Can You Feel the Love Tonight
• A Q&A with members of The Lion King cast
• Fun craft activities that the entire family can enjoy
• Raffles for great prizes, including a pack of four tickets to an upcoming performance of The Lion King at The Kennedy Center and The Lion King prize packs provided by Disney Theatrical Productions.

About the Cast Members

Mukelisiwe Goba, Ensemble, Understudy Rafiki 

Mukelisiwe Goba was born in Durban, South Africa. Training: Mbongeni Ngema’s Academy. Credits: K-Cap, Umoja, and The Lion King (Madrid, Gazelle Tour and Broadway). Television: “Code Black,” “Telethon” (France) and “40 Principals” (Madrid). She was a back-up vocalist for South African Gospel star Rebecca Malope. Mukelisiwe thanks her family for their constant support.

Samaree Lawson, Ensemble

Samaree Lawson began training at Dance Institute of Washington, in addition to Dance Theatre of Harlem, Kansas City Ballet and The Alvin Ailey School. Samaree has worked with Kevin Malone, Hope Boykin and Anthony Burrell. This is Samaree’s Broadway debut.

Darian Sanders, Simba

Darian Sanders has trained as a musician – voice, trumpet – from an early age, touring with international music groups; chaplain with UofL-FCA; worship pastor with regional ministries; regional credits: Jesus Christ Superstar (Jesus), Songs For A New World (Man One), Hairspray (Seaweed). Glory to Jesus Christ and endless love to Jessica/Titus (wife/son), family, friends, Binder Casting, cast & crew, and Peggy@TheSquarePegGroup, Inc. 

Khalifa White, Nala

"To whom much is given much is required." Broadway: Caroline or Change, Off-Broadway: Little Shop of Horrors (Ronnette), School of Rock 1st Nat; Aida (Aida), Ain't Misbehavin, The Bodyguard, Smokey Joe's Cafe, Dreamgirls, Beehive, Hairspray, HKDL|WDW(Nala/Tiana/Kibibi)/NCL, #TheSearchForRoxie, UCF Alumknight. Thank you God, family, friends & Dave. Check out “You Ok? (Black Girl)" on all streaming platforms. IG|Tiktok:@Lifaland, www.khalifawhite.com. -For Mommy, my Expressionist.

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