A: The musical “The Lion King” is touring Taiwan. Do you want to go with me?
B: OK. I’ve watched Disney’s animated film and also a live-action adaptation, but I’ve never seen the musical.
A: The musical tells the story of the adventures of Prince Simba as a young lion. However, the live performance is stunning.
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B: The songs from the musical are really great. I especially love “Circle of Life” and “Can You Feel the Love Tonight.” I can’t wait for the live show.
A: 音樂劇《獅子王》來台灣巡演了！你想要跟我去看嗎？
B: 好啊，我之前看過迪士尼的動畫版，還看過真人版電影，不過從來沒看過音樂劇。
A: 音樂劇也是關於獅子辛巴的冒險故事，不過現場演出更震撼。
B: 劇中的名曲都很好聽，我超愛《Circle of Life》、《Can You Feel the Love Tonight》，現場演唱一定更精彩。
（Translated by Edward Jones, Taipei Times／台北時報張聖恩）
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