The cast of The Lion King treated passengers aboard of Virgin Australia flight 0970 with an impromptu performance of Circle of Life.

The cast of The Lion King treated passengers aboard of Virgin Australia flight 0970 with an impromptu performance of Circle of Life (photo YouTube)

The eight-person chorus, led by Buyi Zama – the female vocalist behind the lead role of Rafiki – broke out the Broadway hit while returning from a promotional visit to Brisbane, where they launched the Queensland leg of the musical on Monday.

Most passengers appeared to enjoy the impromptu performance.

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