Disney Live Entertainment shared a video taking viewers behind the scenes of the larger-than-life Te Ka puppet used in “The Tale of Moana” stage show on the Disney Treasure.
Te Ka Puppet
Puppet specialist James R. Duncan showed off the impressive figure, which is operated by four performers. One performer controls the movement of the puppet around the stage, one controls the head, and two control the arms.
The Instagram video (also embedded below) includes footage of the show, with the Te Ka puppet appearing to rise from the water and crawl toward Moana. The puppet is covered in lava designs supported by projections, lighting, and glowing eyes.
“The Tale of Moana” is a new Broadway-style show exclusively performed in the Walt Disney Theatre on the Disney Treasure, which set off on its maiden voyage earlier this month. It begins on Moana’s home island of Motunui in modern times before diving into the story of Moana, narrated by her grandmother’s spirit. Gramma Tala’s manta ray soars above the audience as Moana performs “How Far I’ll Go.” Songs are performed in a mix of Polynesian languages, including Tuvaluan, Tokelauan, and Samoan.
Read our review of “The Tale of Moana.”
Disney Treasure offerings also include a special farewell celebration, the Plaza de Coco dinner show, and the Haunted Mansion Parlor.
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