Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream takes
adventure to new lengths
with magical moments from Disney’s newest
fairy tales and timeless classics
Feld Entertainment’s newest Disney
On Ice production is a celebration of royal proportions featuring Tangled, Snow White and
the Seven Dwarfs, The Princess and the Frog and Cinderella
The much-awaited Disney on Ice
season is back at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on December 25 to January 4, 2014! This
year, Pinoys are invited to join Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald and Goofy as
they follow four of Disney’s most inspirational princesses on their
adventures to fulfill their dreams in Feld Entertainment’s newest ice
spectacular, Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream. Combining the contemporary
stories of two modern-day princesses, Rapunzel and Tiana, with the classic
elegance of Cinderella and Snow White, Dare
to Dream whisks audiences away on exciting journeys where dreams really do
come true.
Audiences begin
their magical, musical voyage in New Orleans celebrating the story of The Princess and the Frog with Princess
Tiana and Prince Naveen, and then escape into the enchanted forest with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The
trip continues to Cinderella’s kingdom in her search for true love and follows
Rapunzel as she discovers the world beyond her tower on her quest to see the
floating lanterns. The Disney Princesses then come together for the first time
on ice during the finale, to welcome Rapunzel into their royal court in the
ultimate princess experience.
“There’s something
within each of the stories of Tangled,
The Princess and the Frog, Cinderella, and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs that speaks to women and girls and
families around the world,” says Producer Nicole Feld. “Each of these
princesses is searching for what truly makes them happy. And I think that’s
very reflective of what audiences are like today.”
“This show is
different from anything we’ve ever done, and we’re excited about all the exhilarating
aspects we’ve included in this production,” says Producer Juliette Feld. “This is the first time Rapunzel is featured
on the ice with her tremendous amount of hair. And new this year, the Princess
who started it all, Snow White, will be joining the show with the Seven Dwarfs,
bringing more magic than ever before.”
Disney’s Tangled
In
adapting Tangled to the ice for the
first time, Director Patty Vincent was challenged with how to convey all of
Rapunzel’s hair without interfering with the skating. During the segment, 2,000
feet of silk representing Rapunzel’s magical, golden tresses winds throughout
the rafters of the arena and drapes down to the ice for use in a heart-stopping
aerial act never before seen in a Disney
On Ice production. Rapunzel and Flynn Rider escape the tower, flying 25
feet up in the air and performing daring acrobatics.
“The
performers trained for six weeks just to build their upper body strength, because
skaters use very different muscles when ice skating,” says Vincent. “It works
perfectly on the ice because they don’t have to run; they just skate, and they’re
lifted into the air and begin a gorgeous athletic act.”
Under
the direction of Choreographer Cindy Stuart and Aerial Trainer Anna Kaminnik,
the performers mastered the blend of ice and aerial choreography in which
Rapunzel and Flynn fly above the arena floor and slowly descend to the ice in a
fluid motion, creating a feeling of constant movement.
Stuart
was able to contrast the beauty of the aerial act by showcasing the athleticism
of the skaters when Rapunzel and Flynn stop at the Snuggly Duckling tavern on their
way to see the lanterns.During this energetic sequence, the pub thugs break
into a rowdy show tune medley, and the scene turns into a trick section with performers
doing cartwheels, handstands, jumps and leaps on the ice and the props.
The adventurous nature of Rapunzel’s
story allowed Costume Designer Ivan Ingermann to incorporate unusual fabrics
and silhouettes into his costumes. Rapunzel’s world is mainly
full of rich colors and textures and romantic silhouettes.However,
during the Snuggly Duckling segment, Ingermann designed
costumes for the pub thugs using faux fur and faux leather, materials not
normally seen in an ice show.
Another
distinctive design element of Dare to
Dream is the revolving set, an idea conceived by Scenic Designer Stan
Meyer. By designing a rotating piece that
transforms to specifically fit each of the unique settings of the stories,
Meyer was able to create one major centerpiece with four entirely different
environments. When the set morphs into Rapunzel’s forest, a paneled backdrop of
pastel flora and butterflies opens and a majestic tower slowly emerges, rising
from the ice as golden hair falls from the window.
Lighting Designer
Peter Morse incorporated these same pastels and royal colors by surrounding the
audience in rich shades of purple, a prominent color in Rapunzel’s world. When Rapunzel and Flynn Rider finally reach
the end of their journey, the entire arena goes dark as a single lantern slowly
floats up into the air, and suddenly, lanterns illuminate the sky above the
audience.
“When
we create Disney On Ice, what we’re
hoping to do, aside from bringing families together and telling great stories,
is create memorable moments,” says Producer Kenneth Feld. “In the Tangled sequence, there is one moment
that is absolutely unforgettable. At
every show, one special child is picked to launch the first lantern. All you
see is the one lantern that goes up, and as soon as it reaches the top, all the
other lanterns light up the arena. It’s breathtaking.”
Walt Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
In
contrast to the colorful and playful world of Rapunzel, to set the mood for the
story of Snow White, the lighting had to take on a darker and more mysterious
quality. As the story begins, the
lighting dims and a thin layer of fog fills the ice. Soon a flash of light and
dark shadows appear signaling the arrival of the Evil Queen.
When
it comes time for Snow White to flee into the magical forest for protection
from the Queen, Morse focused on the use of black lights to highlight her frantic
pace. As she finally escapes the forest and arrives at the door of the Dwarf’s
cottage, the ice is bathed in rich golden colors, signaling the calm after the
storm and her newfound safety.
Being
the Princess who started it all, the costume design for Snow White is a classic
silhouette that will be easily recognizable by audiences young and old. The traditional
yellow and blue dress was made for swift, yet graceful, movement on the ice,
twirling and flowing as Snow White glides through her world.
Audiences
will also be delighted to see all Seven Dwarfs make an appearance in Dare to Dream, each outfit as unique as
the Dwarf wearing it.
Walt Disney’s Cinderella
As the story
shifts to the romantic tale of Cinderella,
a glittering purple and blue castle stands majestically in the background with
a white and gold grand butterfly staircase framing the clock tower. Cinderella
is joined by ball attendants regally dressed in bright, colorful gowns
sparkling with the help of sequins and glitter. Below the castle, glistening stars
and swirls of soft blues and pinks fill the ice when Cinderella skates to classic
songs such as “So This is Love” and “A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes.”
In addition to the
pair skating and elegant ice dancing showcased in Dare to Dream, Cinderella
features synchronized skating by a team of 20 performers portraying the palace
guards searching for the owner of the glass slipper. More than half the cast
performs this fast-paced and complex precision number, creating lines,
formations and constantly moving patterns on the ice.
Light-hearted elements
throughout the segment provide a contrast from the romanticism and precision of
many of the scenes. Cinderella’s mice friends make an appearance singing and
dancing while they make her a dress for the ball. Cinderella’s stepsisters are
on hand as well,amusing the audience with their comical antics.
Lighting plays an
important role in telling Cinderella’s story, and a key component of the
lighting design is the ability to feature the skaters themselves. “We have to light the whole scene to keep it bright and
beautiful,” says Morse, “while also highlighting the characters.”
With
a swish of her magic wand, a flash of light and those three little words, the
Fairy Godmother transforms Cinderella before the ball. From a cloud of smoke, a
sparkling carriage emerges, drawn by four white horses and glistening like a
crystal ball in the darkness, creating a magical moment asCinderella rides
toward the castle. Later, as Prince Charming and the Duke ponder the identity of
the beautiful girl from the ball, the ice is dark, save for the moonlight
streaming through tall windows on either side of the ice and forming a dark
hallway between them, an illusion created by gobos and spotlights.
Disney’s The
Princess and the Frog
Popular color
palettes and designs from the Harlem Renaissance became a major source of
inspiration for The Princess and the Frog.
When Dare to Dream opens in New
Orleans, vibrant orange and golden yellow light fills the arena, matching the
bright colors of the costumes inspired by the period. Set against a French
Quarter backdrop painted in rich reds, purples and greens, flappers and banjo
players revel on a balcony while page boys and other townsfolk dance on the ice
below, creating a multi-layered street party.The opening number, “When the
Saints go Marching In,” combines jazz-influenced choreography and the
Charleston to create a vivid and energetic street scene.
Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream seamlessly merges the classic
with the new, maintaining the timelessness of some of the most cherished
stories of all time, Cinderella and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, while
also incorporating popular songs and unforgettable scenes from Disney’s newest
fairytales, Tangled and The Princess and the Frog. From the lighting and scenery to the music,
choreography and costumes, each element of Disney
On Ice presents Dare to Dream
magically combines to create a memorable show for the entire family.
To purchase tickets, visit ticketnet.com.ph, call 911-5555 or check aranetacoliseum.com for inquiries. Buy your tickets HERE.
You can also check facebook.com/DisneyOnIcePhilippines
To purchase tickets, visit ticketnet.com.ph, call 911-5555 or check aranetacoliseum.com for inquiries. Buy your tickets HERE.
You can also check facebook.com/DisneyOnIcePhilippines
Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream at The Big Dome
Show runs from December 25, 2014 to January 4, 2015
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About Feld Entertainment
Feld Entertainment is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that lift the human spirit and create indelible memories, with 30 million people in attendance at its shows each year. Feld Entertainment's productions have appeared in more than 70 countries on six continents and include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, Feld Motor Sports, Disney On Ice and Disney Live!.
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