The Little Mermaid

  • Journey to the fathoms below for a modern twist on the classic Disney tale about a young mermaid’s quest for independence, love and finding her place in the world up above.

  • A new story under the sea

    • Rediscover the adventure, music and magic in this Broadway-style production developed exclusively for the Disney Wish.

    • Dive into a dazzling adaptation of the Disney animated classic The Little Mermaid. Adventurous mermaid Ariel longs to explore the forbidden shore above. After falling in love with a human prince, she strikes a risky bargain with the sea witch Ursula, trading her voice for human legs. But, unless she and the prince can share true love’s kiss before the sun sets in 3 days, Ariel will be doomed to serve the sea witch forever.

    • This dazzling retelling begins when a group of storytellers find an enchanted treasure chest. As they explore the whozits and whatzits hidden within, the story of The Little Mermaid comes to life, featuring a reimagined script and jaw-dropping visual effects sure to leave the whole family speechless.

  • Percussion, strings, winds and worlds

    • Join our hot crustacean band for a spectacular spin on the original award-winning score.

    • Fall in love with the music all over again, featuring new orchestrations of favorite songs like “Part of Your World,” “Poor Unfortunate Souls” and “Under the Sea”—plus an all-new rendition of “Kiss the Girl.”

  • Look at This Stuff, Isn't It Neat?

    • Get ready for surprises galore as iconic scenes and beloved characters are brought to life like never before.

    • Experience a one-of-a-kind theatrical production that’s bubbling with innovative design and immersive special effects that will transport you into the story.

    • Playful scenic designs and state-of-the-art video projections transform the Walt Disney Theatre into a 360-degree undersea world.

    • Cutting-edge puppetry animates fantastical sea creatures and memorable characters like Sebastian, Flounder, Scuttle, Flotsam and Jetsam.

    • Contemporary, interpretive costuming reflects the show’s unique blending of a modern setting and a magical narrative.

    • Disney magic meets Broadway spectacle. The creative minds at Disney Cruise Line and a team of top Broadway talent bring this treasured tale to the stage through an elaborate and whimsical storytelling experience that offers a brand-new way to be part of Ariel’s world.

Overview

“Disney The Little Mermaid” is an original Broadway-style stage adaptation of the renowned 1989 Disney Animation film, developed exclusively for the Disney Wish. During this one-of-a-kind theatrical production, audiences rediscover the iconic scenes, acclaimed music and indelible characters of “The Little Mermaid” while experiencing the story like never before.

In this modern-day retelling, the curtain rises on an enchanted treasure chest at the moment it is discovered by a group of storytellers, led by a special young woman who has the power to unlock its magic. As they uncover the whozits and whatzits galore hidden within the trunk, the storytellers take on the roles of Ariel, Ursula, Prince Eric, Sebastian, Flounder and more, bringing to life the immersive undersea world right before guests’ eyes. These exemplary performers put their own contemporary spin on the timeless story of a young woman’s search for independence, love and a place in the world.

“Disney The Little Mermaid” features innovative theatrical design, dazzling special effects, artistic choreography, and a reimagined script and score full of surprises for guests of all ages.

History Of The Show

  • Disney Wish

    • June 2022 - present