Toy Story: The Musical to premiere on Disney Wonder, April 2008

Goin2Disneyland · 02-06-2007, 03:17 AM

The composers of the new songs for Disney Creative Entertainment's Toy Story: The Musical, the duo known as GrooveLily, confirm on their website that they are indeed writing a 55-minute musical based on Pixar's first film.

According to their site, Mindi Dickstein (Little Women) is writing the book, and the only song from the film that will be retained is "You've Got A Friend In Me."

A piece of concept art for this project was in the 2006 Annual Report for the Walt Disney Company.

The musical is slated to premiere on the Disney Wonder cruise ship in April 2008. Rumors indicate that the show is also bound for Disneyland's Fantasyland Theatre after it is enclosed.

http://www.groovelily.com/newsletter...etter0702.html

Jennifer · 02-06-2007, 07:32 AM

Yeeehaa...it was great hearing Anne talk about this one on the ship in November.

If it is anything like Nemo, we are in for a treat. I just know they can't do anything that dynamic on a cruise ship because of space limitations. So, hopefully, if it comes to Disneyland it gets some expansions....

ExClub · 02-06-2007, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Goin2Disneyland

Rumors indicate that the show is also bound for Disneyland's Fantasyland Theatre after it is enclosed.

After it is enclosed? When would this happen?

They used the former US Festival stage to create Videopolis in something like three to four months. It seemed very temporary back then. Over the years, though, they've added more and more to it. After 22 years, I guess it's not going anywhere too soon.

So if they enclose it, I hope they finally make it feel more permanent.

Michael · 02-06-2007, 10:53 AM

If the budget is approved...we would be getting a brand new theater for Fantasyland...keep your fingers crossed.

ExClub · 02-06-2007, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael

If the budget is approved...we would be getting a brand new theater for Fantasyland...keep your fingers crossed.

Like, removing the existing stage and structure and starting from scratch? Or just enclosing what's already there?

Michael · 02-06-2007, 11:05 AM

Starting from scratch. I am surprised this info wasn't leaked already...

ExClub · 02-06-2007, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael

Starting from scratch. I am surprised this info wasn't leaked already...

That would be great. I'm all for a more permanent structure there, looking like it's more a part of the area. A new, high quality stage would be a welcome addition to Disneyland.

Maybe it was leaked and I just wasn't paying attention.

Goin2Disneyland · 02-06-2007, 12:24 PM

No, I don't think it was leaked yet. It's no secret that the Princess installation is not doing well...it is grossly unpopular with guests and cast members alike. If the Princess thing makes it through this year, the theater will then be closed for its rebuild. It could happen as soon as the fall, and we may still see a return of Snow White just for the summer. That scenario is unlikely, but being tossed around nonetheless.

Michael · 02-06-2007, 12:58 PM

Let's hope the budget gets approved for the new building...cause if not..it may just sit there until the budget can be approved.

Goin2Disneyland · 02-06-2007, 01:04 PM

Budgets are for pansies.

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Goin2Disneyland Toilet paper is so 1880s! MI Regular Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in LA Posts: 6,684 Images: 59	Toy Story: The Musical to premiere on Disney Wonder, April 2008 The composers of the new songs for Disney Creative Entertainment's Toy Story: The Musical, the duo known as GrooveLily, confirm on their website that they are indeed writing a 55-minute musical based on Pixar's first film. According to their site, Mindi Dickstein (Little Women) is writing the book, and the only song from the film that will be retained is "You've Got A Friend In Me." A piece of concept art for this project was in the 2006 Annual Report for the Walt Disney Company. The musical is slated to premiere on the Disney Wonder cruise ship in April 2008. Rumors indicate that the show is also bound for Disneyland's Fantasyland Theatre after it is enclosed. http://www.groovelily.com/newsletter...etter0702.html __________________ Try harder. Goin2Disneyland, Former Moderator to the Stars

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Jennifer 2,000 Plus Club Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: San Diego,CA, USA Age: 31 Posts: 3,029 Images: 76	Yeeehaa...it was great hearing Anne talk about this one on the ship in November. If it is anything like Nemo, we are in for a treat. I just know they can't do anything that dynamic on a cruise ship because of space limitations. So, hopefully, if it comes to Disneyland it gets some expansions.... Last edited by Jennifer; 02-06-2007 at 05:17 PM.

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Goin2Disneyland Toilet paper is so 1880s! MI Regular Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in LA Posts: 6,684 Images: 59	No, I don't think it was leaked yet. It's no secret that the Princess installation is not doing well...it is grossly unpopular with guests and cast members alike. If the Princess thing makes it through this year, the theater will then be closed for its rebuild. It could happen as soon as the fall, and we may still see a return of Snow White just for the summer. That scenario is unlikely, but being tossed around nonetheless. __________________ Try harder. Goin2Disneyland, Former Moderator to the Stars

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Goin2Disneyland Toilet paper is so 1880s! MI Regular Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in LA Posts: 6,684 Images: 59	Budgets are for pansies. __________________ Try harder. Goin2Disneyland, Former Moderator to the Stars

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Michael 2,000 Plus Club Member Join Date: Jul 1999 Location: San Diego, CA Age: 35 Posts: 10,562 Images: 2256	If the budget is approved...we would be getting a brand new theater for Fantasyland...keep your fingers crossed.

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Michael 2,000 Plus Club Member Join Date: Jul 1999 Location: San Diego, CA Age: 35 Posts: 10,562 Images: 2256	Starting from scratch. I am surprised this info wasn't leaked already...

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Michael 2,000 Plus Club Member Join Date: Jul 1999 Location: San Diego, CA Age: 35 Posts: 10,562 Images: 2256	Let's hope the budget gets approved for the new building...cause if not..it may just sit there until the budget can be approved.

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