With the news that Fantasmic! will return November 3 to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we’ve also learned a little more about the new scene that will be part of the nighttime spectacular.
As previously revealed, the scene will feature moments from animated films including “Frozen II,” “Aladdin,” “Moana,” “Pocahontas,” and “Mulan.”
As Disney Parks Blog explained:
“Through this entire sequence, we go on a journey with our heroes. We see them faced with a decision, and how hard that can be for them, then watch as they find that strength within themselves to push through in a truly spectacular way,” says Disney Live Entertainment Show Director, Matthew Hamel.
And spectacular it is. The new heroes sequence features a high-energy Aladdin chase with stunts never before seen on the “Fantasmic!” stage, a powerful scene with Elsa set to the song “Show Yourself” that is sure to thaw the most frozen of hearts, and stirring moments with Pocahontas, Moana and Mulan. Fun fact: To help choreograph the authentic Chinese martial arts you’ll see in Mulan’s scene, the creative team brought in Mimi Chan – the original muse and model animators used when bringing the character of Mulan to life for the 1998 animated film.
“We know this show means so much to people, and we’ve kept that in mind every step of this journey.” says Disney Live Entertainment Producer, Laurice Marier. “Even beyond the new scene, we’ve taken this time to upgrade the lasers, the lighting, the sound, all to bring this show back even more beautiful than it’s ever been. We’re all really just so excited for guests to see it.”
We’ve also learned that the show will be slightly extended in its runtime, now running 29 minutes as opposed to the previous 26 minutes.
While the show resumes performances on November 3, dining package reservations will open October 26 for performances scheduled for November 30 and later.
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Sounds exciting. I hope they release a new soundtrack!