Wishes
A sentimental stage spectacular awaits you at the Walt Disney Theatre on the Disney Fantasy. Wishes combines a spirited musical score with the story of 3 teens who—through Disney magic—learn the secret to growing up while staying young at heart.
The story begins as long-time best friends Kayla and Nicole, along with Nicole’s twin brother Brandon, visit Disneyland Resort to celebrate their high school graduation. Unsure of what the future holds after high school, they make a wish to go on the “Ride of Our Lives,” the show’s original opening number. Their wish evokes an enchanted world, and an exciting journey begins. During their adventure, the teens are guided by beloved Disney Characters, including Rapunzel, Flynn Rider, Lilo, Stitch, Mulan, Hercules, Pinocchio, Timon and Pumbaa. With help from their new friends, the teens discover the importance of staying connected to their inner child.
Full-scale production numbers and special effects bring excitement to the stage as the cast of Wishes performs original songs and classic Disney tunes with a contemporary twist. Notable moments include:
- In an energizing musical comedy production number, the song “I’ve Got a Dream” from the Disney animated film Tangled sets the stage as the Snuggly Duckling Tavern comes alive with Rapunzel, Flynn Rider and a tavern full of hilarious thugs.
- In the “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” scene from the Disney animated film Lilo and Stitch, the stage fills with giant windsurfing sails, kites and surf boards. The infectious music inspires Kayla as she rides a surfboard, flying atop a giant blue wave of silk.
- King Louie and the Monkeys perform a high-energy swing band version of “I Wanna Be Like You,” from the Disney animated film The Jungle Book.
- In the final act, the trio celebrates their extraordinary journey at a graduation party.
During this captivating production, you’ll delight in comedy, sentiment and a splash of magic in this captivating production for Guests of all ages.
Aladdin
Laugh along with the wise-cracking Genie and the cast from the classic animated Disney film, Aladdin! In this fast-paced, 45-minute musical comedy, Aladdin is back as the “street rat” of Agrabah, who ends up with a Genie who grants him 3 wishes, battles the evil Jafar and falls in love with Princess Jasmine.
Many of the classic scenes from the movie are re-created on stage and some of the action even spills out into the aisles, like Prince Ali’s jubilant arrival in Agrabah riding a stallion. Flying carpets, magic lamps, wise-cracking genies, princesses and evil wizards are all a part of this Broadway-style production.
Your heart will soar with many of the songs from the movie. Composer Alan Menken, who created the original soundtrack with songwriters Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, composed a brand new song, “To Be Free.”
