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June 21

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June 21, 1996 – The Hunchback of Notre Dame – A Musical Adventure Stage Show Opens in Disney-MGM Studios

“A cast of medieval puppets and 21 live performers tell the story of the bell ringer Quasimodo in Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame: A Musical Adventure at Disney-MGM Studios.”

On June 21, 1996, the stage show Hunchback of Notre Dame – A Musical Adventure opened at the Backstage Theater in Disney-MGM Studios (now Hollywood Studios) at Walt Disney World. Based on the animated feature film The Hunchback of Notre Dame, the show promoted the film and was part of Walt Disney World’s 25th anniversary celebrations. The show closed its run on September 28, 2002.

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May 27

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May 27, 2016 – The Live Show Frozen – Live at the Hyperion Opens in Disney’s California Adventure

“Delight in the magic of Frozen like never before in an all-new, larger-than-life stage production.”

On May 27, 2016, the live musical show Frozen – Live at the Hyperion premiered at the Hyperion Theater in Disney’s California Adventure Park. The show, based on the animated feature film Frozen, follows the legacy of other animated films becoming live stage shows, such as the show Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular. The hour-long show features the musical numbers from the film, complete with intricate costumes and sets, including puppetry for characters Olaf and Sven akin to the puppetry used in the Broadway production of The Lion King. The show was directed by Liesl Tommy.

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April 24

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April 24, 2015 – The Musical Show King Triton’s Concert Opens in Tokyo DisneySea

“躍動感あふれる新感覚のミュージカルショー”

On April 24, 2015, the new musical show King Triton’s Concert opened in Tokyo DisneySea’s revamped Mermaid Lagoon Theater. Based on the hit animated feature The Little Mermaid, the musical show features an actress playing Ariel suspended on wires and “swimming” above the audience while singing with friends Sebastian and Flounder. The show is about 14 minutes long, and features a variety of special effects and puppetry.

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April 1

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April 1, 1974 – Pioneer Hall Opens in Walt Disney World’s Fort Wilderness

“Here tonight: the Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue! Fun for All!”

On April 1, 1974, Pioneer Hall was built in Walt Disney World’s Fort Wilderness Resort. The hall is the resort’s home to its dining facilities, as well as the popular Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. A buffet is offered during the musical revue, with reservations filling up rather quickly for the two-hour show. Also included in the building is P & J’s Southern Takeout, Trail’s End Restaurant, and Crockett’s Tavern.

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December 8

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December 8, 2005 – Disney Live! Winnie the Pooh Begins Limited Engagement in New York City

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“Chubby little cubby all stuffed with fluff.”

On December 8, 2005, a month-long holiday engagement of Disney Live! Winnie the Pooh kicked off in New York City’s Beacon Theatre. The show, produced by Feld Entertainment, takes audiences deep into the Hundred Acre Wood for an adventure with Winnie the Pooh and his friends, complete with classic songs from the hit animated features. The show featured several Broadway-caliber contributors, including director B T McNicholl, music director David Loud, and Tony-nominated costume designer Gregg Barnes. The 90-minute show ran until December 28.

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November 22

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November 22, 1991 – The Beauty and the Beast Live Show Opens in Disney-MGM Studios

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“Relive the romance and magic of the ‘tale as old as time’ in this lush stage performance.”

On November 22, 1991, the Beauty and the Beast live stage show opened in Disney-MGM Studios (now Hollywood Studios). Based on, and used to promote, the animated feature film that would go on to critical acclaim, the 25 minute show features actors in elaborate costumes with intricate sets. The show was popular enough to have a version open in Disneyland’s Videopolis on April 11, 1992, and at Disneyland Paris on December 31, 1992; the show was also popular enough to warrant the creation of a Broadway musical. While the Disneyland and Disneyland Paris productions would eventually close, the Walt Disney World version is still running as of 2016.

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October 2

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October 2, 1981 – The Disney World is Your World Show Begins in Tomorrowland

“A happy ever after land, Disney World is your world.”

On October 2, 1981, the live show Disney World is Your World began its run in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park, located on the Tomorrowland Stage. The show was introduced to help celebrate the park’s tenth anniversary, and featured a group of performers known as the Kids of the Kingdom. The show ended on September 17, 1994.

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July 29

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July 29, 2005 –Disney Live! Winnie the Pooh Kicks Off United States Tour

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“It’s fun, fun, fun, fun, fun!”

On July 29, 2005, the live-action show Disney Live! Winnie the Pooh kicked off the United States tour with its first show in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The show featured a storyteller and her “Hunny Helpers” telling stories of the residents of the Hundred Acre Wood, It originally appeared in New Zealand on June 16, 2004.

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July 22

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July 22, 2006 – Radio Disney Holds 10th Birthday Concert

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“We’re excited to bring our listeners and favorite artists together for one night to celebrate music, families, and Radio Disney.”

On July 22, 2006, Radio Disney held a special 10th birthday concert at the Arrowhead Pond of Anaheim, California. The concert featured a mix of Hollywood Records recording artists and Radio Disney staples, including Jesse McCartney, Bowling for Soup, the Cheetah Girls, Aly & AJ, and Everlife. The concert was also broadcast live on the Radio Disney website. A second similar celebration was held in Dallas, Texas a few months later.

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July 20

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July 20, 1982 – Walt Disney’s Great Ice Odyssey Premieres

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“Fairy godmothers do make dreams come true at Walt Disney’s Great Ice Odyssey.”

On July 20, 1982, Disney’s second ice show, entitled Walt Disney’s Great Ice Odyssey premiered. The touring ice show was produced by Irvin and Kenneth Feld, and featured Disney classics The Three Little Pigs, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Cinderella, and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, along with the classic Disney characters Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy. The show also featured skaters Elizabeth and Peter Cain, Almut Lehmann, and Herbert Wiesinger.

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