There are countless ways to enjoy Disney's content, from the movies themselves to documentaries and theme parks. All of these allow fans to jump into the movies as much as possible, but few are as immersive and energetic as Disney's live theatrical productions.
Whether it's on Broadway, the West End, or a touring production, Disney has brought many of its movies to life on stage for people to enjoy. From the vibrant songs to excellent stories themselves, these movies lend themselves to the theatrical world. As a result, there are now plenty of different stories that fans can go and experience in a brand new way.
Frozen
It should come as no surprise that audiences can head out and experience Frozen live on stage. This has been one of Disney's biggest recent successes, and with so many great songs, it is a natural fit on stage, with the show heading to London's West End from 2021.
With Olaf being controlled in puppet form and the two sisters as the main focus, this musical brings the story to life in a totally new way. Audience members can even expect to find themselves sitting in the snow within the show.
The Lion King
Another of Disney's biggest movies is one that people can experience on stage. The Lion King musical is considered one of the greatest in the world. With tons of puppets and an amazing cast, this is one show that all Disney fans want to check out.
Demand for tickets to see this show is always high, and that's a credit to how popular the show is on a regular basis. The characters are brought to life with some amazing costumes, and the musical really allows the songs to be the focal point. Several added tracks can be heard only in the stage performance, which will be returning to Broadway in September following a break due to COVID.
Bedknobs & Broomsticks
Bedknobs And Broomsticks is one of Disney's greatest live-action musical movies. This 1970s classic is set to get the musical treatment this year with a tour of the UK and Ireland. It's something that will no doubt prove to be popular due to how magical the story is.
With the technology available to Disney nowadays, the bed itself will likely end up flying across the stage as the classic songs are freshly brought to life.
The Jungle Book
The Jungle Book is a popular movie and has been told in various ways over the years. Disney's animated and live-action versions are often considered some of the best, and the company will soon be bringing the story to life on stage.
The company announced that the show was in production back in 2020, and due to COVID-19, there have been obvious delays. However, this is a movie that will be coming to the stage shortly, and if the usual high standard is upheld, it should be a lot of fun.
Winnie The Pooh
Much like The Jungle Book, Disney's theatrical production of Winnie The Pooh is one that hasn't officially begun just yet. However, these popular characters will be starting an off-Broadway run from October 2021, and fans will be able to experience the stories on stage.
The characters don't sing as often as some other Disney properties, so it will be intriguing to see how Disney tackles this in a musical format. However, there's no denying that the characters have a lot of personality, and seeing that fleshed out will be a lot of fun.
Hercules
Hercules is another musical that fans can expect to be able to see soon as well. This movie was brought onto the stage for a brief run between 2018 - 2019 as a test of its popularity and quality, and it has been confirmed that the show is coming back when Broadway opens up again fully.
The musical proved to be very popular during its initial run, and that is why it is being brought back for a bigger run, which will allow even more people to enjoy it.
Newsies
Newsies has now reached the point where it is better known for the musical version on Broadway than the original 1992 movie, and that's a credit to how great this performance is. Few musicals can match the consistent energy that the cast of Newsies provides in terms of dance numbers.
The story focuses on a group of newsboys who are all looking to make a living and end up revolting against a media tycoon when prices are set against them. The musical is amazing to see, and if people can't get tickets, they can head to Disney+, where a filmed version of the on-stage performance can be found. The show will be heading out on tour in 2022.
Beauty And The Beast
This is another musical that fans have loved ever since it began running in 1994, and while there have been breaks within its run, talks of the show's return to Broadway have surfaced. It has always been a hit with fans as the story works perfectly on stage, and it is returning to the UK for a tour this year in August.
The classic romantic tale is a fantastic one, and it allows for smaller detailed moments between Belle and Beast, while there's also time for huge dance numbers, which makes this an energetic musical.
Mary Poppins
Mary Poppins has gone down in history as one of the most popular musical movies of all time, and it suits being on stage. This has been running on Broadway and the West End for a long time and has had plenty of successful tours.
The show has some huge dance numbers, just like the movie itself. With Mary Poppins being the focal point of the whole story, the stage show has some brilliant technology to bring her up into the air, floating above the audience at one point in a thrilling moment. Following COVID-19, the show will reopen in the West End in August, providing the current restrictions remain in place.
Aladdin
Aladdin is often considered Disney's ultimate stage production, with a lot of effort having been placed into the stage version of this show. Technology is pushed to its limits within this production, which makes it a joy to watch.
With some huge characters and several of Disney's greatest songs, it is easy to see why this show has connected with fans worldwide. The movie itself is one of Disney's greatest, and being able to experience it in a whole new way is an exciting prospect for most fans. The show will return on September 28 following a COVID-enforced break.