The Lion King Jr

The Lion King Jr - December 09 - December 10, 2021

Memphis Rise Academy

Who's Who

Christian Aviles

as Simba (Speaking)

Christian is in 6th grade at Memphis Rise Academy, and he will be playing the role of speaking Simba. This is his first show! Christian's hobbies include animation, swimming, and watching documentaries. One fun fact Christian wants you to know is that he has two crocodiles as pets.
Christopher Beltran

as Simba (Singing)

Christopher is in 6th grade at Memphis Rise Academy. This is his first show! Christopher likes to play soccer, play other sports, watch tv shows, and math! One fun fact Christopher wants you to know is that he has a stutter, but he doesn't let it hold him back!
Kymora Hervey

as Nala

Kymora is a 7th grader at Memphis Rise Academy. Kymora has performed before, but this is her first official musical! She sang at a camp concert at the Orpheum! Kymora likes to dance, watch TikTok or YouTube, and FaceTime or talk to her friends, especially her best friend Miah. One fun fact Kymora wants you to know is that she is energetic, fun, and entertaining!
Miah Mays

as Rafiki

Miah is a 7th grader at Memphis Rise Academy. This is Miah's first show! Miah loves dancing, singing, sleeping (lol), and talking to friends! One fun fact Miah wants you to know is that she has danced for 3 years at Royal Ice.
Brennen Johnson

as Mufasa

Brennen is a 6th grader at Memphis Rise Academy. Brennen has participated in multiple productions in elementary school. Brennen likes animating, drawing, and making games. One fun fact Brennen wants you to know is that he can be really funny!