Cleveland will become the first city in North America to host "The Lion King" five separate times. Author: Ryan Haidet Updated: 5:50 PM EDT May 3, 2021 CLEVELAND — It's back! "The Lion King" is making a return to Cleveland this fall with 16 performances set for Playhouse Square at the KeyBank State Theatre from Oct. 1-15. Tickets will go on sale to the general public starting Monday, June 21 at 10 a.m. With this limited engagement, Cleveland becomes the first city in North America to host "The Lion King" five separate times. “'The Lion King' will make its triumphant return to Cleveland at a time when families will be seeking ways to reconnect and create new memories, and what better way to do that than by experiencing this stunning and joyful show together,” said Playhouse Square President & CEO Gina Vernaci. “We are preparing all of Playhouse Square for the safe and healthy return of audiences and performers this fall.”