Twenty years after its initial four-year run in Toronto ended, The Lion King has returned to the city, bringing the iconic costumes, set design and, of course, music that have made the show a smash hit since its 1997 Broadway debut.
Photographer Duane Cole followed actor Camille Eanga-Selenge, who plays Nala in the show, for a day, to see what goes into becoming part of the pride lands.
A previous version of this article misidentified the performer portraying Young Nala was portrayed as Zora Cameron. The photo shows Nendia Lewars as Young Nala. A previous version of this article incorrectly attributed a quote about Nala’s face paint to Camille Eanga-Selenge. The statement was made by the production’s assistant head of hair and makeup, Angela McQueen.
