The all-new “The Little Mermaid” show is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios this fall! Today, Disney is giving us a new look and details into this newly updated show. “The Little Mermaid,” the show features all-new physical sets, cast of puppets, live performers, and stunning visuals.
“We thought about what Ariel’s room may look like and came up with this collage style that you’ll see woven throughout the production. This new look really informed every design decision – from scenic, to the puppets, even the custom digital content being created for the show.”
Sarah Schmidt, Creative Concept Artist & Illustrator for Disney Live Entertainment
To pull off this artful blend of practical and projected scenic design, of real and digital puppetry, the team is pairing some tried and true methods such as the blacklight puppets guests loved and state-of-the-art technology.
“We’re using some really cutting-edge tools like motion capture technology, which you may have seen used in blockbuster films. Basically, we have a live performer in a suit covered in sensors, and the data captured from their performance helps us create a digital animation of the character, which our animators then use to bring them to life on stage.”
James Silson, Show Director
Cutting-edge digital imagery will be used throughout the show to accent what is happening on stage, bringing to life characters like King Triton, Ursula, and even Ariel’s sisters, who kick the production off with an all-new “Daughters of Triton” number.
“We’re really blending the line between real and digital in ways we’ve never done before to completely fill the stage for these show-stopping scenes. You’re going to see these large new physical set pieces we’ve created blend seamlessly with a digital environment in a way that really fills the stage. You’ll see digital puppets transform into real ones right before your eyes. You’ll even see animated characters performing in the same space as real actors. It’s going to feel like magic!”
James Silson, Show Director
Stay tuned as we get closer to this new show debuting at Hollywood Studios this fall! To book that fall trip to check it out, be sure to contact your Crescent Lake Club agent today!
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