Martin JagoAnimatronics · Puppets · SFX

The Lion King, original London production

Walt Disney Theatrical, UK
October 1999

Martin strengthened and rewired electrical connections in the puppets and masks department over previews and press night of The Lion King in London.

Puppet Supervisor - Anne Salt

Puppets and Masks Technician

Preventative maintenance work on the mechanical masks used for Scar and Mufasa during previews and opening weeks of the original London production.

Video

The Lion King, original London production poster

Behind the scenes

Swipe or scroll sideways for more

  • Two performers in Scar and Mufasa costumes with raised mask headdresses face off in a low lunge against a deep blue stage backdrop

    Scar Mufasa

  • Scar mask shell sits on a padded stand with a curved black arm and cables attached, in a cluttered workshop with shelves and articulated lamps

    Scar Skull Mount

  • Two opened black mechanism boxes with motors, circuit boards and grey cable housings lie on a workshop bench among pliers, screwdrivers and small tins

    Scar Cable Housing

More theatre work