Produced by Feld Entertainment, this fanfare production features more than 60 unforgettable Disney stars that span the decades, a sing-along score of award-winning Disney music, stunning choreography, elaborate sets and beautiful costumes will be in South Africa for the July school holidays.
Brought to South Africa by local promoter, Showtime Management in association with DStv,
Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic opens on Friday, 11 July at the Coca-Cola Dome, Johannesburg and runs until Sunday, 20 July. Thereafter the production moves to the GrandWest Arena, Cape Town for 11 shows only from Wednesday, 23 July to Sunday, 27 July.
“Showtime is extremely excited to bring Disney On Ice to South Africa. This production – 100 Years of Magic – is a jewel in the
Disney On Ice crown and will surely transport both kids and parents alike into the wonderful enchanting world of Disney,” says Tony Feldman of Showtime Management.
Disney fans of all ages will be singing along and clapping to many of the 24 memorable Disney tunes such as
When you Wish Upon a Star from
Pinocchio;
A Whole New World from
Aladdin;
Can You Feel the Love Tonight? and
Hakuna Matata from
The Lion King; and
You’ve Got a Friend in Me from
Toy Story.
With Mickey and Minnie leading the fun, audiences enjoy breathtaking production numbers choreographed by
Emmy Award-winner Sarah Kawahara. Kawahara previously worked with Michelle Kwan and choreographed the skating segment for the Opening Ceremonies of the 2002 Winter Olympics.
Complementing Kawahara’s skate sequences are the tunes compiled by music directors Art Kempel and Stan Beard that bring the memories of Disney to life on ice. Scenic Designer David Potts and lighting designer LeRoy Bennett create the mood and settings that showcase extraordinary Disney moments.
Outfitting this cast of more than 60 characters was the challenge facing costume designer Scott Lane. His designs range from Mickey’s Marching Band, to the It’s a Small World dolls, to the stars of
Mulan and
Finding Nemo. The bright colours and minimal structure in the
Nemo costumes allow the characters to move freely in order to mimic the natural movement in water. Renowned designer Bob Mackie also lends his talents to a red sequined evening gown worn by Minnie.
Scenic designer David Potts, who has worked on numerous Broadway productions, creates a theatrical atmosphere on ice. Skaters weave around and enliven the
It's a Small World sequence amid sparkling floats that turn into a radiant light parade; a blanket of snow and an avalanche fall as Mulan battles the Huns; and a giant present is opened to reveal Buzz Lightyear as he’s first introduced to that favorite toy cowboy, Woody and his pal Jessie.
Join Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pumbaa and their many Disney friends in celebrating 100 Years of Magic. Book now at Computicket by calling 0861 915 8000, logging on to
www.computicket.com or visit the nearest Computicket service centre.
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www.disneyonice.com. Alternatively, visit the
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