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30 September 2007: Finding Nemo -The Musical increases number of shows to 5 per day
Finding Nemo - The Musical now has an additional daily performance, bringing the total to 5 shows per day. 10am, 11:30am, 1:45pm, 3:15pm, 4:45pm.
29 May 2007: Backstage video and clips from Finding Nemo - The Musical
There is a great 20 minute video showing some clips and backstage information from the show over at http://broadwayworld.com/viewcolumn.cfm?colid=18716
23 January 2007: Finding Nemo - The Musical soundtrack now available
The soundtrack for the show is now available on ITunes at a cost of $9.99.
11 November 2006: Preview schedule updates
This is the current schedule for performances over the next few weeks. Remember, they are subject to change and cancellation without notice.
Nov 12th - 11:15am / 12:45pm / 3pm
Nov 13th - 12:45pm / 3 / 4:45pm
Nov 14th - 11:15 /12:45 / 3pm
Nov 15th - 10am / 12:45 / 3pm
Nov 16th - 11:15am / 12:45pm / 3pm
Nov 17th - 11:15am / 12:45pm / 3pm
Nov 18th - 11:15am / 12:45pm / 3pm
Nov 19th - 25th - 10am / 11:20am / 12:45pm / 3pm
The goal from the 25th onwards is to stay at the 4 shows a day, finally
reaching 5 shows a day for the January official opening.
8 November 2006: Preview schedule updates
Wednesday 12:30pm / 3 pm
Thursday 12:30pm / 3 pm
Friday 3:00pm / 4:30pm
Saturday Dark- No shows
Sunday- Saturday of next week (4 shows a day between 10am - 4pm)
7 November 2006: Preview schedule updates
Just an update on the preview schedule. The show will be dark on Tuesday and Saturday of this week, and on the other days, previews will be in the afternoon (12:30) only. Remember as always, things are subject to change, and as the show is in early previews, don't expect to be certain to see the show.
6 November 2006: Previews reviews are in
The first reviews from the early preview performances are now in at http://forums.wdwmagic.com/showthread.php?t=110907. The initial reviews are very enthusiastic!
31 October 2006: Annual Passholder exclusive performances of Finding Nemo - The Musical
Disney are making a number of early morning performances during the preview period exclusive to Annual Passholders. To quote the Passholder newsletter:
"To celebrate the premiere of Finding Nemo?The
Musical at Disney's Animal Kingdom? Theme Park, we've set aside each
day's first seating between Dec. 1?10 for valued Passholders like you!
NOTE: ADVANCE sign-up is REQUIRED."
The signup can be done at the passholder website at
https://secure.disney.go.com/wdw/passholder/passholdersGate?id=PassholdersGatePage
29 October 2006: Previews begin 5th November
The show is set to begin guest previews from the 5th November onwards. As always with previews, be aware that shows may be cancelled without notice, and they may not run at all on some days.
20 October 2006: Finding Nemo - The Musical preview photos
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- The undersea world that
charmed audiences around the world in the Disney-Pixar smash-hit film
"Finding Nemo" will come to life in an all-new musical stage show at
Disney's Animal Kingdom. Preview performances begin in November with the
premiere set for January 2007.
Featuring original songs by Tony Award-winning "Avenue Q"
co-composer-creator Robert Lopez and a cappella musical "Along the Way"
co-creator Kristen Anderson-Lopez, "Finding Nemo-The Musical" will
immerse Walt Disney World guests in the story of Marlin and Nemo -- an
overprotective clownfish father and his curious son -- through a
dazzling production that combines puppets, dancers, aerialists and
animated backdrops.
The visually inventive show represents the first time Disney has taken a
non-musical animated feature, as well as the first Pixar film, and
transformed it into an original musical production. It will be presented
in the newly enclosed 1,500-seat Theater in the Wild, completely redone
to accommodate first-class theatrical productions.
"In 'Finding Nemo,' directors Andrew Stanton, Lee Unkrich and the
talented team at Pixar created a film filled with unforgettable
characters and a story rich with honest emotions that resonated with
audiences everywhere," said Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks
and Resorts. "The movie was a worldwide box-office success and an
Academy Award winner.
"We are truly excited to bring this beloved story to life at Disney's
Animal Kingdom in this live musical spectacular."
During "Finding Nemo-The Musical," Theater in the Wild will become a
magical undersea environment through innovative lighting, sound, special
effects, animated projections, and the theatrical puppetry of Michael
Curry, who co-designed the richly detailed character puppets seen in the
Broadway version of Disney's "The Lion King."
Principal characters such as Marlin, Nemo and Dory will be represented
by live performers operating animated puppets. Some puppets are
larger-than-life -- such as Crush, the cool sea turtle, who is nearly
the size of a Volkswagen, and Nigel the pelican, who stands 22 feet
tall.
Other characters will be portrayed by a diverse array of puppetry
styles, including rod, Bunraku and shadow. Tap dancing sharks, puppets
riding bicycles, and a punk rock routine by Bruce the shark create
theatrical magic and fun throughout the big blue world.
"It is our goal to bring the undersea 'Nemo' characters to Disney's
Animal Kingdom in a live setting in a way that captures what is truly
special about the film," Rasulo continued. "This production will meet
that challenge in a dynamic and wholly original way to bring us into the
fantastic ocean world."
The director for the new show, Peter Brosius, is artistic director of
The Children's Theatre Company of Minneapolis, winner of the 2003
Regional Theatre Tony Award. The Broadway show "A Year with Frog and
Toad," nominated for the Best Musical Tony Award, originated at The
Children's Theatre Company.
"Finding Nemo-The Musical" is the first major musical produced for Walt
Disney World Resort by Disney Creative Entertainment, which has received
acclaim for its productions around the world, including "Disney's
Aladdin" (at Disneyland Resort in California), "Festival of the Lion
King" (at Hong Kong Disneyland), "Twice Charmed" (on the Disney Cruise
Line) and "The Golden Mickeys" (at Hong Kong Disneyland and on the
Disney Cruise Line).
"It's exciting to be involved in projects that introduce a new
generation of future theatergoers to the work of internationally
recognized creative talent through Broadway-caliber short-form shows
that all audiences can appreciate," said Anne Hamburger, executive vice
president of Disney Creative Entertainment. "Millions of children
experience live theater for the first time during a visit to a Disney
park."
"Finding Nemo-The Musical" tells the story of a father clownfish,
Marlin, and his son, Nemo, each on a separate journey that ultimately
teaches them how to love and understand each other. The two have been
separated -- and Marlin will stop at nothing to get his son back, facing
undersea challenges with his new friend Dory, who swim with the sharks,
take on the jellyfish, and ride the current with Crush the turtle.
Meanwhile, Nemo, relocated to a fish tank in Sydney, makes new friends
who teach him that he's stronger than he thinks. When news of his
father's heroic journey reaches the tank, Nemo is inspired to do
whatever is necessary to escape the tank and see his father again.
"Finding Nemo-The Musical" is a 30-minute show, performed several times
daily. Admission to Theater in the Wild is included with regular
Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park admission. Guest information is
available by calling 407/824-4321 or by visiting disneyworld.com.
Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park celebrates one amazing adventure
after another with wild animals, exciting attractions, lavish stage
shows and lovable characters. Highlights include a runaway train
adventure, an authentic African safari and a thrilling race back in time
to prehistoric worlds.
?The Year of a Million Dreams? is a first-of-its-kind celebration with
more than one million very special dreams to be granted to guests
visiting Walt Disney World and Disneyland resorts. Guests will find
Disney cast members delivering an unprecedented level of guest service.
The celebration will also be highlighted by the debut of innovative
Disney attractions and entertainment spectaculars at both Disneyland and
Walt Disney World resorts.
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COPYRIGHT 2006. THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
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COPYRIGHT 2006. THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
To discuss these photos go to http://forums.wdwmagic.com/showthread.php?p=1894466
11 October 2006: Disney have released some new facts and information
Description: An all-new stage musical based
on the Disney?Pixar Academy Award-winning animated film "Finding Nemo"
that takes guests into the magical ocean world with larger-than-life
puppets, plus a cast of 18 musical theater actors and dancers.
Venue: Newly refurbished 1,500-seat Theater in the Wild in
Disney's Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. Theater has been
completely enclosed, and production and technical facilities have been
enhanced to accommodate first-class theatrical productions.
Story: Guests will thrill to the first Disney?Pixar film adapted
into a Broadway-caliber musical. "Finding Nemo-The Musical" tells the
story of the overly cautious father clownfish, Marlin, along with his
absent-minded friend Dory, as they swim with the sharks, take on the
jellyfish and ride the current with Crush the turtle, all in a heroic
effort to rescue everyone's favorite clownfish, Nemo.
Book, Music and Lyrics: Original songs by Tony Award-winning
"Avenue Q" co-composer-creator Robert Lopez and a cappella musical
"Along the Way" composer Kristen Anderson-Lopez.
Key Creative Team: Show Director Peter Brosius is artistic
director of The Children's Theatre Company of Minneapolis. Choreography
is by two-time Tony nominee John Carrafa. This production is the first
major musical produced for Walt Disney World Resort by Disney Creative
Entertainment, headed by Executive Vice President Anne Hamburger.
Creative director is Michael Jung.
Design Elements: Michael Curry is the leading puppet and
production designer who co-designed the imaginative puppets seen in the
Broadway version of Disney's "The Lion King."
Performances: Preview performances begin in November; world
premiere set for January 2007.
Show Length: 30 minutes, several times daily.
Details: "Finding Nemo-The Musical" is included with regular
Disney's Animal Kingdom park admission. Guest information is available
by calling 407/824-4321 or by visiting disneyworld.com.
15 August 2006: Latest construction photos (Thanks to Daniel)
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21 July 2006: Latest construction photos
Some green coloring has now appeared on the exterior walls.
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9 July 2006: Latest construction photos
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26 June 2006: Latest construction photos (Thanks to Jez)
Work is now underway on covering the steel structure with a cladding material.
3 June 2006: Latest construction photos (Thanks to Wannabebelle)
30 May 2006: Latest construction photos (Thanks to ScottJ)
20 May 2006: Latest construction photos (Thanks to ScottJ)
Above: The view of the construction from Everest
Above: The building has been "topped off" with the
traditional flag, and in this case, a plant as well!
15 May 2006: Latest construction photos
Thanks to ScottJ for the photos above
4 May 2006: Finding Nemo - The Musical opening dates
According to a casting session being held in New York for actors to take part in the new show, rehearsals are set for 18 September 2006, first previews on 5 November 2006, with the show opening on 12 November 2006. Remember, this has not yet been officially confirmed, and as always, thing are subject to change.
24 April 2006: Latest construction photos
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13 April 2006: Latest construction photos
Photos below show the current construction progress on the theatre.
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7 April 2006: Finding Nemo - The Musical press release
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (April 7, 2006) -- The
undersea world that charmed audiences around the world in the Disney
presentation of the Pixar Animation Studios smash-hit film ?Finding Nemo?
will come to life in an all-new musical stage show debuting at Disney?s
Animal Kingdom in late 2006.
Featuring original songs by Tony Award-winning ?Avenue Q? composer
Robert Lopez and a cappella musical ?Along the Way? composer Kristen
Anderson-Lopez, ?Finding Nemo -- The Musical? will immerse Walt Disney
World guests in the story of Marlin and Nemo, an overprotective
clownfish father and his curious son, through a dazzling production that
combines puppets, dancers, acrobats and animated backdrops.
The show represents the first time Disney has taken a non-musical
animated feature and transformed it into an original musical production.
It will be presented in the newly enclosed Theater in the Wild.
?In ?Finding Nemo,? directors Andrew Stanton, Lee Unkrich and the
talented team at Pixar created a film filled with unforgettable
characters and a story rich with honest emotions that resonated with
audiences everywhere,? said Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks
and Resorts. ?The movie was a worldwide box-office success and an
Academy Award winner.
?We are truly excited to bring this beloved story to life at Disney?s
Animal Kingdom in this new musical spectacular.?
During ?Finding Nemo -- The Musical,? Theater in the Wild will become a
magical undersea environment through innovative lighting, sound, special
effects and the theatrical puppetry of Michael Curry, who designed the
richly detailed character puppets seen in the Broadway version of
Disney?s ?The Lion King.?
Principal characters such as Marlin, Nemo and Dory will be represented
by live performers operating larger-than-life puppets. Peripheral
characters will be realized by a diverse array of puppetry styles,
including rod, bunraku and shadow.
?It is our goal to bring the undersea ?Nemo? characters to Disney?s
Animal Kingdom in a live setting in a way that captures what is truly
special about the film,? Rasulo continued. ?This production will meet
that challenge in a dynamic and wholly original way to bring us into the
fantastical ocean world.?
The director for the new show, Peter Brosius, is artistic director of
The Children?s Theatre Company of Minneapolis, winner of the 2003
Regional Theatre Tony Award. The Broadway ?A Year With Frog and Toad,?
nominated for the Best Musical Tony Award, originated at Children?s
Theatre Company.
?Finding Nemo -- The Musical? is the first major musical produced for
Walt Disney World Resort by Disney Creative Entertainment, which has
received acclaim for its productions around the world, including
?Disney?s Aladdin? (at Disneyland Resort in California), ?The Lion King?
(at Hong Kong Disneyland), ?Twice Charmed? (on the Disney Cruise Line),
and ?The Golden Mickeys? (at Hong Kong Disneyland and on the Disney
Cruise Line).
?It?s exciting to be involved in projects that introduce a new
generation of future theatergoers to the work of internationally
recognized creative talent through Broadway-caliber short-form shows
that all audiences can appreciate,? said Anne Hamburger, executive vice
president of Disney Creative Entertainment. ?Millions of children
experience live theater for the first time during a visit to a Disney
park.?
?Finding Nemo -- The Musical? tells the story of a father clownfish,
Marlin, and his son, Nemo, each on a separate journey that ultimately
teaches them how to love and understand each other. The two have been
separated ? and Marlin will stop at nothing to get his son back, facing
undersea challenges with his new friend Dory, who he has met along the
way. Meanwhile, Nemo, relocated to a fish tank in Sydney, makes new
friends who teach him that he?s stronger than he thinks. When news of
his father?s heroic journey reaches the tank, Nemo is inspired to do
whatever is necessary to escape the tank and see his father again.
?Finding Nemo -- The Musical? will be performed several times daily.
Admission to Theater in the Wild is included with regular Disney?s
Animal Kingdom theme park admission.
7 April 2006: Finding Nemo--The Musical officially confirmed
Our long standing rumor since May 2005 has today been confirmed, and officially announced during the grand opening of Expedition Everest.
"Finding Nemo--The Musical," debuting late 2006 at Disney's Animal Kingdom, will bring the undersea world that charmed audiences in the Disney presentation of the Pixar Animation Studios film "Finding Nemo" to life in an all-new stage spectacular featuring original songs by Tony Award-winning "Avenue Q" composer Robert Lopez and a cappella musical "Along the Way" composer Kristen Anderson-Lopez.
The undersea world that charmed audiences around
the world in the Disney presentation of the Pixar Animation Studios film
"Finding Nemo" will come to life in an all-new musical stage show
debuting at Disney's Animal Kingdom in late 2006.
Featuring original songs by Tony Award-winning "Avenue Q" composer
Robert Lopez and a cappella musical "Along the Way" composer Kristen
Anderson-Lopez, "Finding Nemo--The Musical" will immerse guests of all
ages in the story of Marlin and Nemo, an overprotective clownfish father
and his curious son, through a dazzling production that combines
puppets, dancers, acrobats and animated backdrops.
Produced by Disney Creative Entertainment, the 30-minute show represents
the first time Disney has taken a non-musical animated feature and
transformed it into an original musical production.
The theme park's newly enclosed Theater in the Wild will become a
magical undersea environment through innovative lighting, sound, special
effects and the theatrical puppetry of Michael Curry, who designed the
richly detailed character puppets seen in the Broadway version of
Disney's "The Lion King."
Principal characters such as Marlin, Nemo and Dory will be represented
by live performers operating larger-than-life puppets. Peripheral
characters will be realized by a diverse array of puppetry styles,
including rod, bunraku and shadow.
"Finding Nemo--The Musical" will be staged several times daily.
COPYRIGHT 2006. THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
7 March 2006: Latest construction photos
Here are the latest photos of the theater construction site. Work is still continuing on removing the former tent structure and providing new walkways. Thanks to ScottJ for the photos.
27 January 2006: Finding Nemo - Musical
As speculated since May last year, a few more details are emerging regarding the replacement show for Tarzan Rocks! at the Theater in the Wild, in the Animal Kingdom. Remember, none of this is officially announced, and as always may be subject to changes.
- The existing Theater in the Wild will be
modified to be totally enclosed. This is essential for the lighting
effects in the new show, and also to eliminate noise pollution from
the show disturbing the theme of the nearby Expedition Everest.
- The new Finding Nemo Musical show will be a
blacklight UV based show, very similar to Voyage of the Little
Mermaid at the Disney-MGM Studios, and Animagique at the Walt Disney
Studios in Paris. This new show however, is said to be on a much
larger scale than Voyage of the Little Mermaid.
- Musical scenes will revolve around the main
scenes from the movie.
- Live actors will perform using puppets and
other animated props.
- The show is set to open around November 2006.
25 January 2006: Tarzan now closed and construction work underway
Following the recent closing of Tarzan Rocks, construction crews moved in right away to begin work on clearing ground around the existing theatre. There is still no official word on the replacement for Tarzan, however, according to a source back in May of 2005 (see update below), the new show is to be based around Finding Nemo. Thanks to peter11435 for the photos below.
17 January 2006: Tarzan Rocks final performance
Further to the 7 February 2005 update below, Tarzan Rocks is now set to have its last performance on January 21st 2006.
14 May 2005: Tarzan Rocks! to be replaced by a Finding Nemo show
Further to the 7th February update below about Tarzan Rocks closing, it is being speculated that a new Finding Nemo show will be the replacement. Remember this is no yet officially confirmed, and may be subject to change.
7 February 2005: Tarzan Rocks! closing?
There are unconfirmed rumors that the Tarzan Rocks! show that plays in the Theater in the Wild, will permanently close around October 2005.