Disney Imagineering Files Permit for New ‘The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure’ Marquee

Work is set to begin on ‘The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure’ marquee

Although fans will have to wait until 2025 for the debut of The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, exciting progress is already underway. Disney Imagineering recently filed a permit to install a marquee for the all-new show, signaling that work is beginning on the exterior of the former Voyage of the Little Mermaid theater.

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The permit lists the installation site as 755 Stage Lane, Bay Lake, FL, just behind the long-closed theater. The project has been assigned to Design Communications Ltd., a company with a long history of working on Disney projects. While no expiration date is listed for the permit, this filing marks an important step in transforming the theater into a home for the new Little Mermaid production.

The original Voyage of the Little Mermaid never reopened following the COVID-19 park closures, leaving the theater vacant for years. However, this reimagined show promises to breathe new life into the space with a blend of classic storytelling and state-of-the-art technology. Earlier this week, Disney announced that the show’s opening would be delayed to summer 2025, giving Imagineers extra time to perfect this ambitious production.

Set to feature live performers, puppets, physical sets, and stunning digital imagery, The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure is shaping up to be an innovative experience. The creative team, led by Show Director James Silson, is using motion capture technology to blend digital and practical effects in ways Disney audiences have never seen before. “You’ll see animated characters performing alongside real actors,” said Silson. “It’s going to feel like magic!”

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Fans can expect breathtaking moments like a reimagined “Daughters of Triton” number, with Ariel’s sisters brought to life through a combination of live performance and digital puppetry. The creative team is committed to seamlessly merging physical set pieces with digital environments, making the stage feel fully immersive and alive.

As work begins on the theater’s new signage, anticipation builds for the 2025 opening of The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure. With the show set to make waves at Hollywood Studios, the promise of a stunning reimagining of Ariel’s world is closer to becoming a reality. Keep an eye on the theater’s marquee—it’s only the beginning of the magic to come!

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