Dragon
Debuts In Fantasmic
September
1, 2009
On September 1, 2009, Fantasmic’s
animatronic dragon debuted during the nighttime extravaganza on the Rivers of
America after facing technical trouble all summer. This extravagant musical, pyrotechnic spectacular
tells the story of the forces of good and evil as they battle in Mickey’s dream
during this 22 minute show. Fantasmic combines fireworks, live actors, water
effects, pyrotechnics, music, boats, rafts and projections onto large mist
screens featuring reworked Disney animation. The show originated at Disneyland
in 1992 after Disneyland's entertainment department was asked to create a
nighttime spectacular involving water and fireworks to invigorate the space in
front of the Rivers of America. Disneyland Entertainment employed the resources
of Walt Disney Feature Animation and Walt Disney Imagineering. Much of the area
around the Rivers of America needed to be reworked, including terracing the
walkways to accommodate viewing and modifying part of Tom Sawyer Island so that
it could act as a stage for much of the show's live action. Now more than 22 years, thousands of guests
have gathered around the banks of the Rivers of America to see if Mickey will
be able summon the forces of good to stop the evil for taking over.
What’s the best way to view Fantasmic? From
the comfort of your own reserved seat of course. The Fantasmic! Premium Viewing
Dessert Package allows you to take in the show from a preferred perspective
near the French Market Restaurant and Café Orleans. This premium viewing option
includes a sweet dessert sampler. Guests can reserve your seat up to 30 days
before the show by calling (714) 781-SHOW (7469) for ticket prices and to
reserve your seat in this elevated section in New Orleans Square. Reserved
seating is first come, first served, so get there early! All guests can become a part of Fantasmic
as well as Disneyland
Fireworks, World
of Color and
Mad T Party with your very own Become part of Disneyland Resort nighttime
spectaculars with Ear Hats that change colors to correspond with various shows.
These technologically advanced Mickey Ears light up to match the colors and
flash to the beat of each of the nighttime spectaculars. When you're not watching the coordinating
shows, switch to demo mode and enjoy your own light show.
Glow with the Show Ear Hats are $25, including tax, and are
available at World of Disney store in Downtown Disney District and at select
Disneyland Park locations, including: Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. ,Disneyana
on Main Street, U.S.A., Pooh Corner in Critter Country, The Star Trader in
Tomorrowland, Gag Factory in Mickey's Toontown as well as many merchandise
carts. Be sure to put Fantasmic
at the very top of your “must do” list when visiting the Disneyland Resort! “Some imagination, huh?” And that’s what
happened today in Disneyland history.
