Frozen a Musical Spectacular
Debut
“Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” is the newest original Disney Cruise Line stage show, presented exclusively aboard each sailing of the Disney Wonder. The production debuts, along with a wave of new enhancements to the ship, on cruises starting Nov. 10, 2016, from Galveston, Texas.
Venue
The show takes place in the 977-seat Walt Disney Theatre on the Disney Wonder cruise ship. Featuring an elegant Art Nouveau style, the theater spans the width of the ship and encompasses three decks. The state-of-the-art venue features the latest theatrical technology to help bring to life original productions and Disney stories in a whole new way.
Show Length
55 minutes
Musical Numbers
“Frozen Heart”
“Do You Want to Build a Snowman?”
“For the First Time in Forever”
“Love is an Open Door”
“Let it Go”
“Reindeer(s) Are Better Than People”
“In Summer”
“Fixer Upper”
Creative Team
To adapt this blockbuster animated feature into a quintessential stage production, Walt Disney Imagineering Creative Executive Kevin Eld pulled together a team of unrivaled creative talent with Broadway credits and theatrical accolades.
The production is led by Tony Award-nominated director Sheryl Kaller (“Next Fall,” “Mothers and Sons”). Joining the creative team are Tony Award-winning costume designer Paloma Young (“Peter and the Starcatcher”), choreographer Josh Prince (“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical”), scenic designer Jason Sherwood (“Paint Your Wagon”), and writer Sara Wordsworth (“In Transit”).
“Frozen, a Musical Spectacular” will feature music direction by Marco Paguia, projection design by Aaron Rhyne and lighting design by Rui Rita.
Dynamic puppetry by Michael Curry, whose designs are featured in Disney’s Tony Award-winning Broadway musical “The Lion King,” will bring exciting physicality to characters like Sven and Olaf.
The production features the popular music and lyrics by the creators of the “Frozen” film score, Kristen Anderson-Lopez (“In Transit,” “Up Here”) and Robert Lopez (“Avenue Q,” “The Book of Mormon,” “Up Here”), and is adapted from the screenplay by four-time Tony Award nominee Chad Beguelin (“Gotta Dance,” “Aladdin,” “The Wedding Singer,” “Elf”).
Overview
For the “first time in forever,” the beloved animated hit “Frozen” got the Disney Cruise Line theatrical treatment as a stage show. On the Disney Wonder, the story is presented like never before with an innovative combination of traditional theatrical techniques, modern technology and classic Disney whimsy.
“Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” follows the captivating adventure of royal sisters Anna and Elsa as they embark on a journey to discover the meaning of sisterhood, inner strength and true love. Fans of the film and newcomers alike will be enchanted by favorite characters brought to life onstage along with beautiful renditions of the movie’s iconic music.
The show features dynamic costumes and sets, remarkable special effects and spectacular production numbers that delight Disney Cruise Line guests in new and surprising ways. The creative disciplines blend to create a seamless environment – blurring the lines between costume and scenic, set piece and video, puppet and puppeteer – and expand upon the most imaginative elements of the film.
The production is led by Tony Award-nominated director Sheryl Kaller (“Next Fall,” “Mothers and Sons”). Tony Award-winning costume designer Paloma Young (“Peter and the Starcatcher”), choreographer Josh Prince (“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical”), scenic designer Jason Sherwood (“Paint Your Wagon”), and writer Sara Wordsworth (“In Transit”) are among the talented individuals that joined the creative team.
“Frozen, a Musical Spectacular” features music direction by Marco Paguia, projection design by Aaron Rhyne and lighting design by Rui Rita.
Dynamic puppetry by Michael Curry, whose designs are featured in Disney’s Tony Award-winning Broadway musical “The Lion King,” bring exciting physicality to characters like Sven and Olaf.
The production features the popular music and lyrics by the creators of the “Frozen” film score, Kristen Anderson-Lopez (“In Transit,” “Up Here”) and Robert Lopez (“Avenue Q,” “The Book of Mormon,” “Up Here”), and is adapted from the screenplay by four-time Tony Award nominee Chad Beguelin (“Gotta Dance,” “Aladdin,” “The Wedding Singer,” “Elf”).
During a stand-out moment, the emblematic ballad “Let it Go” is transformed into a full-fledged stage spectacle. Complete with real-life magic – transformative scenery, snow flurries and state-of-the-art video technology – this show stopping number brings Elsa’s enchanted icy blasts to reality like never before.
Be enchanted as the magic of Frozen springs to life before your eyes in this musical extravaganza inside the Walt Disney Theatre—now playing on the Disney Wonder and the Disney Fantasy.
A Tale of 2 Sisters
Behold a heartwarming yet humorous, full-length retelling of Anna and Elsa’s Frozen adventure in Arendelle.
Based on the hit Disney animated movie, Frozen, A Musical Spectacular revisits the captivating escapades of royal sisters Anna and Elsa when an accident as children changes their lives—and their relationship—forever. Estranged from her sister as an adult, perpetual optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey to find Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter.
Encountering white-out conditions, mythical trolls and a not-so-charming prince, Anna battles the elements in a race to save her sister and the kingdom, while discovering the true meaning of sisterhood, inner strength and love along the way.
Featuring enchanting costumes and sets, show-stopping musical numbers, spectacular special effects and stunning surprises—plus all the characters you’ve come to love including Kristoff, Sven and everybody’s favorite summer-loving snowman Olaf—this larger-than-life theatrical triumph is destined to inspire and delight your entire family.
Songs to Melt a Frozen Heart
Frozen, A Musical Spectacular features many of the songs you’ve been singing since you saw the movie for the very first time. Tunes from the iconic score you’ll see performed include:
For the First Time in Forever
Let It Go
Love Is an Open Door
In Summer
Fixer Upper
With choreography by Josh Prince and under the musical direction of Marco Paguia, the show includes classic songs from the hit film that remain true to their original arrangements, although some have been expanded into ensemble pieces while others have transformed into lavish production numbers, allowing you to experience the story in a fresh, new way.
Under the Ice
Traditional theatrical techniques, state-of-the-art technology and classic Disney whimsy make this original stage show a flurry of fun.
Led by Tony Award-nominated director Sheryl Kaller and writer Sara Wordsworth, Frozen, A Musical Spectacular includes an all-star creative team of Broadway-caliber talent.
Costumes
Tony Award-winning designer Paloma Young’s elaborate costume design faithfully recreates everything from Elsa’s sparkling wintry gown and Kristoff’s rugged, mountain-man garb to the trolls’ remarkable rocky appearance.
Sets
Scenic designer Jason Sherwood and projection designer Aaron Rhyne—combining the latest in motion-tracking video graphics with large-scale mobile set pieces—construct the majestic kingdom of Arendelle and its surrounding locales from the ground up, completely immersing you in the windswept world of Frozen.
Puppetry
Dynamic puppeteer Michael Curry—whose ingenious designs are featured in Disney’s Tony Award-winning Broadway musical The Lion King—breathes amazing new “animated” life into faithful reindeer Sven, kind-hearted snowman Olaf and even the fun-loving trolls.
The iconic ballad Let it Go—a stand-out moment of the show—features a full-fledged stage spectacle complete with real-life magic: transformative scenery, snow flurries throughout the Walt Disney Theatre and state-of-the-art video projections bring Elsa’s enchanted icy blasts to reality.
History Of The Show
Disney Wonder
November 10, 2016 - present
Disney Fantasy
October 26, 2019 - present