Explore the artistry behind 'Drawn to Life' in a new behind-the-scenes experience from Cirque du Soleil and Disney

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Scenes from Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney

Posted: Thursday April 25, 2024 11:!6am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Fans will soon be able to get an insider's look at Drawn to Life, the live theatrical production presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney, with an all-new behind-the-scenes experience.

Launching May 24, the "Page to Stage Signature Experience" will offer guests an intimate behind-the-scenes look at the show, including a backstage tour and artist meet-and-greet, in addition to premium show seating, collectible merchandise and more. Tickets are available now, priced at $285 for adults and $225 for children.

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A specially curated experience from pre- to post-show, "Page to Stage Signature Experience" guests will begin their evening with a personalized greeting and check-in with their "Page to Stage" host, then select concessions of their choice to enjoy during the show, including a souvenir popcorn bucket. They will then enjoy Drawn to Life from premium, reserved seating, taking in awe-inspiring acrobatics, choreography, live music and more.

Following the performance, "Page to Stage" guests will meet with some of the show's talented artists for photos and Q&A. In the exclusive highlight of the evening, guests will embark on a backstage – and under-the-stage – tour of Drawn to Life, with the opportunity to get an up-close look at some of the show's intricate costumes and one-of-a-kind props.

As a memento of their experience, guests will receive a Drawn to Life gift bag, in addition to receiving a discount off purchases made at the theater's Cirque du Soleil store.

"We're thrilled to invite guests backstage for an exclusive look at the intricate workings of Cirque du Soleil's captivating production, Drawn to Life," said Kevin Hargrove, Company Manager of Drawn to Life. "By showcasing the work of our talented artists and skilled technical team, attendees will gain a special insight into the magic that brings this collaboration between Cirque du Soleil and Disney Animation to life."

The "Page to Stage Signature Experience" will be limited to nine guests and offered following the second performance on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets for the unique experience are $285 for adults and $225 for children, which includes premium seating for a Drawn to Life performance and is inclusive of taxes and fees.

The family-friendly Drawn to Life show tells the story of the love between a father and a daughter, drawing inspiration from Walt Disney Animation Studios' 100-year heritage of storytelling. The show celebrates iconic Disney stories and characters through innovative design, acrobatic performances, dazzling choreography, musical scores and brand-new animation lovingly created by Disney Animation artists.

Guests can experience Drawn to Life at Disney Springs Wednesdays through Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. Tickets are available through December 2024.

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DznyGrlSD9 days ago

The seats are 104 H 1-9 and are $285 each with fees. I'm taking mom for her birthday in September :)

DznyGrlSD9 days ago

wdwmagic10 days ago

Explore the artistry behind 'Drawn to Life' in a new behind-the-scenes experience from Cirque du Soleil and Disney https://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/cirque-du-soleil/news/25apr2024-explore-the-artistry-behind-drawn-to-life-in-a-new-behind-the-scenes-experience-from-cirque-du-soleil-and-disney.htm

TalkingHeadDec 21, 2023

Saw this over the weekend. Not as good as La Nouba but performers were entertaining and I felt like it was worth seeing at a discount. I think a more abstract storyline about the animation medium would’ve worked better for the Cirque style, but I guess that’s the deal when the show is a collaboration with Disney.

CompedDec 21, 2023

I'm always curious about the show before it that Disney created, some kind of strange original musical with a "mini-skirted Fairy Godmother". The Cirque show seemed to be an improvement somehow. Disney seemingly didn't mind keeping them around... We don't know how long the lease is for (if it's for the building or just rights to preform there), surely it had to have been extended over the years. Personally, what I've seen from various press bits hasn't wowed me - surely must be a reason why they seem to give away tickets in many British tour packages.

StitchonDec 21, 2023

Cirque du Soleil did go bankrupt during the pandemic. I don't know the specifics of their building (i'm assuming it's a ground lease situation) but Disney is known to have especially favorable lease agreements that more or less lock tenants into Disney's terms until their lease ends or Disney says otherwise. I know many Disney Springs leases also have kick-out clauses where if a tenant doesn't perform, they can be easily kicked out and replaced with someone else. I think if Disney wanted Cirque out or felt they could replace it with something better, they would have. I doubt much has changed (performance-wise) since La Nouba was in the building, since you'd think Drawn to Life would be a bigger draw by proxy of using the Disney IP.

HauntedMansionFLADec 21, 2023

Former Broadway show Blast. They used to perform at DCA 😉

CompedDec 21, 2023

I wonder what Disney would do with the space if Cirque gives up? Presumably they must have had a plan during the pandemic if Cirque had gone bankrupt... The level of sales they have, I'm fairly sure, isn't sustainable long term. Then again, I never heard people at the parks or Springs/Downtown Disney talking about seeing La Nouba either.

Cmdr_CrimsonDec 20, 2023

Maybe it's me but I felt that somewhere during a vacation to Florida that if you didn't at least hear this commercial while your out there it wasn't complete..Shame it doesn't play anymore tho..

AndyS2992Dec 20, 2023

The show sells so poorly they keep having to change it, which is good I suppose. It'll get there eventually.

SaucyBoyDec 20, 2023

I love that instead of just letting this show stagnant, they’ve been invested in adding more pizazz to the story. The act line up now looks wonderful! I hope to see it again on my next trip in March.