Disney Theatrical Productions
Also Credited As: The Walt Disney Studios, Disney Theatrical Productions (under the direction of Thomas Schumacher)
Latest News on Disney Theatrical Productions:
THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes to The Ordway This Holiday Season (Nov 7, 2024)
FREAKY FRIDAY to be Presented at ACU Theatre in October (Sep 10, 2024)
Cast Set For ALADDIN, The First Ever Disney Production to Come to Glasgow (Sep 5, 2024)
THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes to The Ordway This Holiday Season (Nov 7, 2024)
FREAKY FRIDAY to be Presented at ACU Theatre in October (Sep 10, 2024)
Cast Set For ALADDIN, The First Ever Disney Production to Come to Glasgow (Sep 5, 2024)
BIO
With 15 productions currently running worldwide, a Disney musical is being performed professionally somewhere on the planet virtually every hour of the day. Their Broadway productions - King David; Beauty and the Beast; The Lion King; Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida; Mary Poppins, a co-production by Disney and Cameron Mackintosh; Tarzan and The Little Mermaid – have won a combined 12 Tony Awards.
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Disney Theatrical Productions under the direction of Thomas Schumacher presents Frozen, the North American Tour, music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez and book by Jennifer Lee
directed by Michael Grandage
with: Caroline Bowman (Elsa), Caroline Innerbichler (Anna), Mason Reeves (Kristoff), F. Michael Haynie (Olaf), Austin Colby (Hans), Jeremy Morse (Weselton)
Date:
08/16/2021
From: Photos: Disney's FROZEN North American Tour Heads Back Into Rehearsals
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Musical
Disney Theatrical Productions, Aladdin
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Musical
Disney Theatrical Productions, Newsies the Musical
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Musical
Disney Theatrical Productions, Sister Act
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Musical
Disney Theatrical Productions, Sister Act
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Musical
Disney Theatrical Productions, Mary Poppins
Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Musical
Walt Disney Theatrical Productions, Beauty and the Beast
Videos
Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Endless Night'
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024
VIDEO: Watch THE LION KING's Broadway Makeup Team Transform Stephen Carlile into Scar
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 8, 2023
Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Circle of Life' and More
by Stephi Wild - Jul 19, 2023
Video: Samantha Barks Performs 'Dangerous to Dream' From FROZEN THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 7, 2023
Watch: THE LION KING on Broadway Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Short Film Highlighting 'The Circle of Life'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2022
Video: Julie Taymor Talks THE LION KING 25th Anniversary and More!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Oct 24, 2022
Photos & Video: Inside Rehearsals for ALADDIN North American Tour Launching Tonight
by Sneak Peek - Oct 11, 2022
VIDEO: Watch an All New Trailer For the London Production of NEWSIES, Tickets On Sale 16 June
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2022
WATCH: ALADDIN on Broadway Surprises Audience Member With Vacation Giveaway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2022
VIDEO: FROZEN National Tour Cast Sings 'For the First Time in Forever' in Rehearsals
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 20, 2021
VIDEO: West End THE LION KING Returns to Rehearsal With 'Circle of Life'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2021
VIDEO: Cast Members From THE LION KING, FROZEN, & ALADDIN on Broadway Celebrate Black History Month on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Sarah Leiber - Feb 26, 2021
Photos and Video: FROZEN Opens in Australia at Sydney's Capitol Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2020
News
THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes to The Ordway This Holiday Season
Next month, the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present Disney's The Little Mermaid. The musical is based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film.
Next month, the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present Disney's The Little Mermaid. The musical is based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film.
FREAKY FRIDAY to be Presented at ACU Theatre in October
ACU theatre will present the first show in their 24-25 season, Freaky Friday! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
ACU theatre will present the first show in their 24-25 season, Freaky Friday! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For ALADDIN, The First Ever Disney Production to Come to Glasgow
Disney Theatrical Productions will present the critically acclaimed Broadway and West End musical Aladdin which will land in Glasgow for a limited season as part of its first ever UK and Ireland tour.
Disney Theatrical Productions will present the critically acclaimed Broadway and West End musical Aladdin which will land in Glasgow for a limited season as part of its first ever UK and Ireland tour.
Spotlight: THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at Valley Youth Theatre
The Hunchback of Notre Dame Begins Friday, August 9
The Hunchback of Notre Dame Begins Friday, August 9
NEWSIES Wins BroadwayWorld's Ultimate Best Musical Loser Summer Bracket
The votes have been tallied and the BroadwayWorld raders have spoken and selected NEWSIES as the Ultimate Best Musical Loser. After weeks of deliberation, the final round came down to two Disney musicals - Beauty and the Beast and Newsies. Newsies won by an overwhelming margin, taking 83% of the vote.
The votes have been tallied and the BroadwayWorld raders have spoken and selected NEWSIES as the Ultimate Best Musical Loser. After weeks of deliberation, the final round came down to two Disney musicals - Beauty and the Beast and Newsies. Newsies won by an overwhelming margin, taking 83% of the vote.
Cortland Repertory to Present DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST As Final Show In Summer Season
Cortland Repertory Theatre will close their 53rd summer season with a three-week run of the popular musical “Disney's Beauty and the Beast”. This production will run from July 31 - August 17 at the Little York Pavilion, with evening performances at 7:30 PM.
Cortland Repertory Theatre will close their 53rd summer season with a three-week run of the popular musical “Disney's Beauty and the Beast”. This production will run from July 31 - August 17 at the Little York Pavilion, with evening performances at 7:30 PM.
Photos: NEWSIES Begins Performances At The REV Theatre Company Tonight
Tonight, The REV Theatre Company raises the curtain on the second production of its 2024 season, Disney’s “Newsies,” playing at Auburn’s Merry-Go-Round Playhouse through July 27th. See photos from the show.
Tonight, The REV Theatre Company raises the curtain on the second production of its 2024 season, Disney’s “Newsies,” playing at Auburn’s Merry-Go-Round Playhouse through July 27th. See photos from the show.
Program Mentors and Cast Revealed For Challenge Accepted! A Concert Presenting The Winners Of The Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge
A special concert next week will feature live performances by Broadway artists of the seven winning songs from the 2023-2024 Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge, a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the National Alliance for Musical Theatre for high school students to develop and showcase musical compositions that could be a part of a musical theater production.
A special concert next week will feature live performances by Broadway artists of the seven winning songs from the 2023-2024 Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge, a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the National Alliance for Musical Theatre for high school students to develop and showcase musical compositions that could be a part of a musical theater production.
Broadway & Beyond to Present 2024 Networking Event for Stage Managers of Color
Broadway & Beyond: Access for Stage Managers of Color will host their annual hybrid networking event (virtual and in-person) in New York City in July. Learn how to attend.
Broadway & Beyond: Access for Stage Managers of Color will host their annual hybrid networking event (virtual and in-person) in New York City in July. Learn how to attend.
Impact Arts Unveils Casts For Summer Stock Austin 2024
Impact Arts has revealed the cast for Summer Stock Austin 2024, celebrating its 20th season with a diverse lineup of talented performers. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Impact Arts has revealed the cast for Summer Stock Austin 2024, celebrating its 20th season with a diverse lineup of talented performers. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: THE LION KING National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center
Based on Disney’s 1994 animated film musical of the same name, The Lion King tells the story of Simba, a young lion who is supposed to succeed his father, Mufasa, as King of Pride Rock. But when Simba's uncle, Scar, kills Mufasa, Simba runs away from home after being tricked into thinking that he was responsible. As he comes of age, Simba learns some valuable perspective to go back and take his rightful place as King.
Based on Disney’s 1994 animated film musical of the same name, The Lion King tells the story of Simba, a young lion who is supposed to succeed his father, Mufasa, as King of Pride Rock. But when Simba's uncle, Scar, kills Mufasa, Simba runs away from home after being tricked into thinking that he was responsible. As he comes of age, Simba learns some valuable perspective to go back and take his rightful place as King.
Video: Disney on Broadway Stars Perform Multi-Language Medley
In a segment on this morning's show, Good Morning America celebrated 30 years of Disney on Broadway. As part of the segment, stars from Disney's Broadway productions around the world sang a multi-language medley of songs from Disney’s international companies of Aladdin, Beauty and The Beast, Frozen, Hercules, and The Lion King, ending with a magical finale from the Broadway cast of Aladdin in “GMA”’s studios, live. Watch the performance!
In a segment on this morning's show, Good Morning America celebrated 30 years of Disney on Broadway. As part of the segment, stars from Disney's Broadway productions around the world sang a multi-language medley of songs from Disney’s international companies of Aladdin, Beauty and The Beast, Frozen, Hercules, and The Lion King, ending with a magical finale from the Broadway cast of Aladdin in “GMA”’s studios, live. Watch the performance!
Impact Arts Unveils 20th Anniversary Season Of Summer Stock Austin 2024
Impact Arts celebrates the 20th anniversary of Summer Stock Austin with an exciting 2024 season. Enjoy a variety of performances and events marking two decades of theatrical excellence.
Impact Arts celebrates the 20th anniversary of Summer Stock Austin with an exciting 2024 season. Enjoy a variety of performances and events marking two decades of theatrical excellence.
GOOD MORNING AMERICA to Celebrate 30 Years of Disney on Broadway
Tune into Good Morning America next week to take part in a celebration of 30 years of Disney on Broadway. On Thursday, May 16, the ABC morning show will celebrate the milestone of Disney's long history of shows on Broadway, beginning in 1994 with Beauty and the Beast. Since that time, several Disney shows have played the Great White Way including The Lion King, Mary Poppins, and now Aladdin. The program will air 7:00-9:00 a.m. EDT on ABC.
Tune into Good Morning America next week to take part in a celebration of 30 years of Disney on Broadway. On Thursday, May 16, the ABC morning show will celebrate the milestone of Disney's long history of shows on Broadway, beginning in 1994 with Beauty and the Beast. Since that time, several Disney shows have played the Great White Way including The Lion King, Mary Poppins, and now Aladdin. The program will air 7:00-9:00 a.m. EDT on ABC.
WINNIE THE POOH Musical Launches Tour in Japan
Experience the magic of Disney's WINNIE THE POOH: THE NEW MUSICAL ADAPTATION as it embarks on its Japan tour. Join Pooh and friends for this heartwarming adventure.
Experience the magic of Disney's WINNIE THE POOH: THE NEW MUSICAL ADAPTATION as it embarks on its Japan tour. Join Pooh and friends for this heartwarming adventure.
Video: The Cast of THE LION KING in Brazil Performs 'Endless Night'
The Lion King is currently playing in Sao Paulo, Brazil! Watch the cast perform 'Noite Sem Fim (Endless Night)' in this all-new video.
The Lion King is currently playing in Sao Paulo, Brazil! Watch the cast perform 'Noite Sem Fim (Endless Night)' in this all-new video.
Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company To Present The Tony-Award Winning Play, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company to present the Tony-Award winning play, Peter and the Starcatcher, at Manes Studio Theatre in Lindenhurst, as its first fully-staged production, to raise money and awareness for Long Island nonprofit charity, Kids Need More.
Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company to present the Tony-Award winning play, Peter and the Starcatcher, at Manes Studio Theatre in Lindenhurst, as its first fully-staged production, to raise money and awareness for Long Island nonprofit charity, Kids Need More.
Disney's FROZEN, WAITRESS & More Set For La Mirada's 2024/2025 Season
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts & Mccoy Rigby Entertainment have announced their 2024/2025 season of shows.
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts & Mccoy Rigby Entertainment have announced their 2024/2025 season of shows.
Broadway's Next Hit Musical to Present THE PHONY AWARDS At 54 Below
Catch the exciting event, THE PHONY AWARDS, presented by Broadway's Next Hit Musical at 54 Below. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Catch the exciting event, THE PHONY AWARDS, presented by Broadway's Next Hit Musical at 54 Below. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
LITTLE MISS PERFECT World Premiere & More Set for Olney Theatre 2024-25 Season
Olney Theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring the world premiere of Little Miss Perfect and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Olney Theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring the world premiere of Little Miss Perfect and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Disney Theatrical Productions been nominated for?
Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Aladdin, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Newsies the Musical, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Sister Act, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Sister Act, Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Mary Poppins and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Beauty and the Beast.
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