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Disney Treasure to feature Broadway-style show based on Moana

Disney to bring Moana’s story to the stage for the first time

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By Bea MitchellOct 11, 2023 1 min read
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Bea is a journalist specialising in entertainment, attractions and tech with 15 years' experience. She has written and edited for publications including CNET, BuzzFeed, Digital Spy, Evening Standard and BBC. Bea graduated from King's College London and has an MA in journalism.
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Disney Cruise Line's new ship, the Disney Treasure, will feature an original Broadway-style show based on Disney's animated film Moana.

Setting sail from Port Canaveral,Florida in December 2024, the latest ship will offer experiences inspired by films such asAladdin,CocoandZootopia.

As for the Disney Treasure's shows, Disney: The Tale of Moana will join Beauty and the Beast and Disney Seas the Adventure.

According to the Disney Parks Blog, the production will debut exclusively in the ships's theatre and "will bring the adventurous journey of Moana... to center stage for the first time".

The show will follow Moana "as she embarks on an incredible journey to save her island after she is chosen by the ocean to restore the heart of Te Fiti", Disney added.

It will feature characters such as Gramma Tala, Maui and Tamatoa, as well as songs from the film’s iconic soundtrack.

As revealed last month, for the first time at Disney Cruise Line, the Treasure will offer several attractions inspired byDisney parksexperiences.

Skipper Societyis a themed lounge that will bring the iconic Jungle Cruise attraction to sea, while Periscope Pubis based on the1954 film20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and the former Walt Disney World attraction. The ship's Tomorrow Tower Suiteis themed toEpcot‘s World Discovery neighbourhood.

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The Treasure “will bring brand-new stories to life, blending one-of-a-kind experiences with the extraordinary entertainment, world-class dining and unparalleled hospitality that make every sailing so memorable”, saidSharon Siskie, senior vice president and general manager, Disney Cruise Line.

“As we chart a course for adventure, we’re so excited for families to discover the excitement and exploration that awaits onboard thesixth shipin the Disney Cruise Line fleet.”

Casting directors at Disney Cruise Line are set to start looking for performers for Disney: The Tale of Moana.

Images courtesy of Disney

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Bea Mitchell
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