From January 12th through February 19th, EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts will take center stage and feature Broadway, incredible artists, culinary marvels and more!
Today, Disney is sharing more details on just want guests can expect at this upcoming festival.
DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series
Some of the biggest DISNEY ON BROADWAY stars will be showcasing their talents at Walt Disney World with three daily shows throughout the festival. Two original leading ladies from Frozen will perform together on the America Gardens Theatre stage. Fans of “Aladdin,” will need to take note as there is something special there too.
Performing songs from many of your favorite Disney shows, these stars never fail to inspire. Here’s the full lineup:
- Caissie Levy and Patti Murin (“Frozen”): Jan. 12, 14, 15, 18, 20, 22, 23
- Heidi Blickenstaff (“Freaky Friday” and “The Little Mermaid”) and Gavin Lee (“Mary Poppins” and “Beauty and the Beast”): Jan. 13, 16, 17, 19, 21, 24
- Ashley Brown (“Mary Poppins” and “Beauty and the Beast”) and L. Steven Taylor (“The Lion King”): Jan. 26, 28 and 29; Feb. 1, 3, 5 and 6
- Kissy Simmons (“The Lion King”) and Josh Strickland (“Tarzan”): Jan. 27, 30, 31; Feb. 2, 4, 7 and 8
- Mandy Gonzalez (“Aida”) and Michael James Scott (“Aladdin” and “Tarzan”): Feb. 9, 11, 12, 15, 18, 19
- Bradley Gibson (“Hercules” and “The Lion King”) and Shoba Narayan (“Aladdin”): Feb. 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19
Showcase Plaza is also home to a kaleidoscope of performances daily, where you’ll find musicians, live painting and the thrilling acrobatic feats of Art Defying Gravity.
DISNEY ON BROADWAY Dining Packages Open Dec. 19
To guarantee priority seating for your preferred performances, be sure to check out Dining Packages available at eight spectacular EPCOT restaurants:
- Akershus Royal Banquet Hall
- Biergarten Restaurant
- Coral Reef Restaurant
- Garden Grill Restaurant
- Rose & Crown Dining Room
- Le Cellier
- Spice Road Table
- Regal Eagle Smokehouse (same-day, in-person walk-up packages only)
Packages go on sale beginning Dec. 19.
Culinary Arts
More than 15 Food Studios throughout EPCOT blend art with culinary expertise. The Rainbow Cake with freeze-dried SKITTLES® bite-sized candies is always a fan favorite at Figment’s Inspiration Station at the Odyssey: Art, Food and Little Sparks of Magic. The Red Wine-braised Beef Short Rib with parsnip puree, broccolini, baby tomatoes and balsamic glaze at Pastoral Palate is also a favorite.
Stay tuned for more information on the food booths.
The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine returns! This fun food stroll highlights sweet and savory offerings in all the colors of the rainbow. Your Festival Passport will show where to make your picturesque purchases and receive stamps in your passport. Once you’ve collected five stamps, bring your passport to Deco Delights Food Studio to receive a complimentary surprise.
The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine can be completed at your leisure – so you can enjoy a new treat every time you visit throughout the festival.
Interactive Experiences
Animation Academy, held daily at 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. in America Gardens Theatre, guests can learn drawing skills from some of the best in the business as they teach you how to draw a Disney character. At Expression Section: A Paint by Numbers Mural, join fellow artists to leave your creative mark on a larger-than-life wall mural.
Kid’s Chalk Art takes place on the bridge to World Showcase Plaza daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. allowing little ones to create their very own chalk masterpieces. And fan favorite photo ops return! From Botticelli to Renoir, these life-size tableaus beckon you to become part of the painting.
All-New Merchandise
From Disney created festival exclusive merchandise to hand crafted items from artists from all over, guests can bring the Festival of the Arts home with them!
Figment is once again the featured character of this festival with spirit jerseys, pins, plush, mugs and more to celebrate!
You can plan your visit to the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts now! Contact your Crescent Lake Club agent today to get started.
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