Break into 'Lion King'

By Stephen M. Silverman

09/19/1997 at 12:00 AM EDT

Attention all budding Simbas, ages 9-12: Disney Theatricals is looking for children of all backgrounds who can sing, dance and act to perform in the Broadway and future productions of "The Lion King," as the African lion cubs Simba and Nala, the company has announced. The auditions will take place at New York's Chelsea Studios (151 W. 26th St., 6th floor) on Sat., March 10, and aspirants, who must be prepared to sing "I Just Can't Wait to Be King," are to bring a current snapshot or photo stapled to a resume. They should also bring their parents or guardians.