At least 50 performers from 13 different countries are going to make the annual Disney on Ice at the Mall of Asia Arena one for the books.
According to Producer Nicole Feld, the production that will run beginning Christmas Day until Jan. 3, is by far the largest Disney On Ice show that they currently have as they bring together favorite Disney characters from Snow White, Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse to Elsa and Anna.
With great anticipation on the annual live spectacle, we are having a rundown of the best reasons why Disney On Ice, with a theme, “Everyone’s Story,” is a must watch this holiday season:
Unforgettable Disney stars
Mouse-ter of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse, sweetheart Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy take to the ice with their friends from beloved Disney movies that span decades from Pinocchio to Frozen. Travel into the heart of Africa with Disney’s The Lion King, come along for an adventure in friendship with the gang from Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story and watch in amazement as Belle breaks the Beast’s curse in the tale of Beauty and the Beast.
Guests will also enjoy a special appearance by royal sisters Anna and Elsa from the number-one animated feature film of all time, Disney’s Frozen.
Melodious masterpieces
With at least 30-speaker enclosure and 16 channels on the sound console, Disney on Ice is going to be an immersive experience. Producer Nicole Feld said that their vision is for audiences everywhere to dance and sing along to their favorite Disney songs, so they have included 30 tunes that they know and love.
The collection of Disney melodies includes family favorites like “Hakuna Matata,” “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” and “Let It Go.” Rock out with Squirt and his rambunctious turtle friends from Disney•Pixar’s Finding Nemo with the original song “Turtle Rock.” Fall in love with a musical montage of dazzling prince and princess pairs skating to “At Last I See the Light,” and “A Whole New World,” to name a few.
Stunning choreography
Choreographers Cindy Stuart and Sarah Kawahara created breathtaking production numbers to showcase the magic of each Disney tale. The choreography reflects the individuality of the 14 stories while staying true to the legacy of Disney. Some of the most enticing elements include Aladdin’s comical Genie duplicating before your eyes and the energetic moves of Mickey and Minnie’s marching band.
Intricate sets
It takes 14 hours to set up Disney on Ice’s theatrical ambiance, which is created on ice with an iconic castle that allows for a smooth transition throughout the narrative. Designed by David Potts and Robert Bissinger, the elaborate set that measures 38 feet and weighs 12 tons (with Elsa’s ice palace being the largest), also used to aid in the immersive environment like a traditional Chinese dragon in the festival on ice from Disney’s Mulan. Audiences will be awestruck as the set pieces and props come together for a truly mesmerizing atmosphere as seen when Elsa’s ice palace builds itself from the ground up complete with a majestic staircase and icy curtain.
Beautiful costumes
Complementing the fabulous skating sequences are gorgeous costumes designed by Scott Lane and Greg Poplyk with the help of around 40 people worked on them. Some costumes weigh as little as a couple of pounds while others are as heavy as a grownup person weighing 50 plus pounds (Elsa’s cape alone for example, already weighs 20 pounds).
The astounding designs range from the citizens of Arendelle to the stars of Finding Nemo. The bright colors and minimal structure in the underwater creature costumes allow the characters to move freely in order to mimic the natural movement in water, whereas the attire for the citizens of Arendelle provides a seamless transition from summer to winter.
The best in the business
To put together a captivating show with a cavalcade of Disney characters, the father-daughter producing duo of Kenneth Feld and Nicole Feld called on the best and brightest in the business. With Director Patty Vincent leading the way and a creative team of choreographers and designers, Disney On Ice celebrates Everyone’s Story is sure to be a timeless favorite among all Disney fans.
Tickets are available for as low as P190 and on sale at www.smtickets.com or in SM Cinema ticket booths nationwide.
