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The Lion King Jr.

The Lion King Jr.

November 8, 9, 15, 16  | $15/person
The Younts Center for Performing Arts
315 N Main St, Fountain Inn, SC 29644

Disney’s The Lion King has captivated the imagination of audiences around the world, and now you have the opportunity to produce this one-of-a-kind musical in your community. Bring the African savanna to life on your stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale.

The Lion King JR. features classic songs from the Broadway musical and animated feature film, including “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” “He Lives in You,” and “Hakuna Matata.” Young performers will also get the chance to learn a wide range of new theatrical skills—such as mask-making and puppetry—encouraging them to explore this beloved story with creativity and pride.

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Meet the Cast

Take a behind-the-scenes tour and meet the talented artists and performers who will bring the savanna to life! You’ll also get a close-up look at the vibrant costumes and meet the masterminds behind the stunning puppetry that makes this show so magical. If you’ve ever been curious about the intricate details of puppet design or fascinated by the art of puppetry, now’s your chance to dive into the creative process!

This event is FREE and starts at 10AM. We’ll conduct 1-hour tours every 15 minutes, with the last tour starting at 12PM, and the event concluding at 1PM.

You can enjoy:
+ Face painting
+ Mini-performances by cast members
+ Photo op
+ Silent auction where you can purchase artwork from our super-talented student artists

Support Our Theater Program

World Upside Down, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to nurturing young performing artists in Greenville, SC, invites you to make a lasting impact on our community. Through high-quality theatrical productions, we provide young performers with a platform to showcase their talents, inspire audiences of all ages, and enrich lives. However, as a non-profit, we rely on the generous support of local businesses like yours to develop these enriching performances. Your donations go towards tuition sponsorship and production costs (costumes, set design, large puppet creation, teaching artists, headsets, lighting and audio technicians, and more). You can do so in a number of ways: giveaways, sponsorship, gift-a-ticket, and attend our shows! 

Giveaways

You can donate gift cards or coupons to be raffled off on opening night, creating additional excitement for our audience.

Sponsors: Goal of $15,000

This year, we present The Lion King, Jr. – a beloved classic! With five shows reaching up to 400 attendees each, your sponsorship can expose your brand to a captive audience of up to 2,000 viewers. We’re excited to offer a unique “video sponsorship” opportunity this year, allowing you to showcase your business through a pre-show video reaching a substantial audience.

Select the Sponsor Today button to make a donation and send us an email for your charitable receipt. Thank you!
info@worldupsidedown.org

Diamond Sponsors $10,000   Receive Gold level perks, plus a stage mention before each show and a 60-second video ad shown twice.
Gold Sponsors $5,000 Receive Bronze level perks, a full-page playbill ad, and a 30-second video ad shown twice before each show.
Bronze Sponsors $1,000    Receive Copper level perks, a half-page playbill ad, and a 15-second video ad shown twice before each show.
Copper Sponsors $500 Get listed on our website and a text mention in the playbill with your contact information.

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Gift-a-Ticket-Challenge

We are turning the World Upside Down and kicking off our gift-a-ticket challenge! This season we aim to offer 500 free tickets to share with those who service the future of the upstate! Foster families, families with special needs, and children in group homes can connect with our artists as we prioritize service in the arts. Whether it is one or twenty tickets, any size gift is welcome! Select the “Gift -A-Ticket” button below to unlock access to an unforgettable experience. All generous deeds will receive a tax-deductible receipt for your patronage! Spread the word to your loved ones of this joyous chance to uplift our community. Thank you for helping us realize our mission: together we will change our world for good. We’ll see you at the show!

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