Disney Junior – Live on Stage! facts for kids
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| Attraction type | Live show | ||||||||||||||||||
| Designer | Walt Disney Creative Entertainment | ||||||||||||||||||
| Theme | Disney Junior | ||||||||||||||||||
| Duration | 24 minutes | ||||||||||||||||||
| Previously known as | Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! (2001–11) |
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| Sponsor | Huggies Pull-Ups (2016–18) none (2001–16) |
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 FastPass+ available |
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 Wheelchair accessible |
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 Assistive listening available |
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 Closed captioning available |
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Disney Junior – Live on Stage! was a super fun live show at Disney theme parks. It used puppets to bring popular characters from Disney Junior TV shows to life! This attraction was found at three different Disney parks: Disney's Hollywood Studios in Florida, Disney California Adventure in California, and Walt Disney Studios Park near Paris, France.
The show was originally called Playhouse Disney – Live on Stage! until 2011. It was a lively, interactive experience where kids could sing and dance along with their favorite characters. Each version of the show featured different Disney Junior friends over the years.
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What Was the Show About?
The main idea of Disney Junior – Live on Stage! was to tell stories and have fun with characters from popular Disney Junior shows. The show often involved a human host who helped the puppet characters solve problems or celebrate special events. The audience was always encouraged to participate by singing, dancing, or helping the characters.
Early Adventures (2001–2008)
The very first version of the show started in the world of Bear in the Big Blue House. A cast member named Jamie would invite guests to visit Bear. Bear and Jamie would sing "Welcome to the Blue House" with other characters like Tutter, Ojo, and Treelo.
Tutter the mouse was shy about dancing. To help him, Bear and Jamie told stories from other shows.
Rolie Polie Olie Segment
One story took place in Rolie Polie Olie. Olie, Zowie, and Billy Bevel would pretend to be in a vortex. Jamie would ask the audience to twirl along. Bubbles would fill the room, making it even more magical.
Stanley Segment
Another story came from Stanley. Stanley wished he was a gorilla to avoid washing up. With help from his friend Dennis and the Great Big Book of Everything, Stanley learned that gorillas are actually very clean! A large gorilla puppet would even appear, and the audience would pound their chests to say hello.
The Book of Pooh Segment
The third story was from The Book of Pooh. Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, and Piglet were enjoying a day in the Hundred Acre Wood. Tigger encouraged everyone to bounce, and the audience would join in. They learned that everyone has their own idea of a perfect day, and it's great to be different.
Show Finale
At the end, everyone returned to Bear's house. Pip and Pop sang a song to encourage Tutter to dance. Tutter thanked the audience for being good friends. Bear and Luna, along with the whole gang, sang the "Goodbye Song" to finish the show.
Later Changes (2005)
In 2005, the Rolie Polie Olie part was replaced with a segment from JoJo's Circus.
JoJo’s Circus Segment
In this scene, JoJo and Skeebo looked for Goliath the Lion. With the audience's help, they found Goliath, who had the hiccups! The audience would yell loudly to surprise Goliath and make his hiccups disappear. JoJo then taught everyone how to bow.
Updated Show (2008–2011 in US / 2009–2019 in France)
The show got a big update in 2008 with new sets and stories, but still used the storybook style and puppets. This version was also used in France.
It began with a cast member named Casey or Sammy. Mickey Mouse would appear and invite everyone to his clubhouse. Mickey and the host would sing the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse theme song, joined by Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Minnie.
It was Minnie's birthday! Daisy, Goofy, and Donald had tasks to prepare for the party. Mickey and the host suggested that stories could help them. They called on Toodles for tools related to other Disney Junior shows.
Handy Manny Segment
The first tool was the toolbox from Handy Manny. Manny and his tools needed to fix a bubble machine. Pat the Hammer tried to fix it alone but broke it. With teamwork and the audience's help, they fixed the machine while singing "We Work Together." Bubbles filled the room, making it a bubbly celebration!
Little Einsteins Segment
Next, Donald needed help with his song, and Goofy struggled with the cake. The second tool was Rocket from Little Einsteins. Guests were taken into the world of Little Einsteins for "The Great Sky Race."
Leo and the gang needed help for Rocket to win the race against Big Jet. The audience would pat their laps and clap their hands to the tune of Flight of the Bumblebee, cheering Rocket on to victory!
My Friends Tigger & Pooh Segment
Goofy decided to find a friend for cake help, and Daisy was upset about her banner. The third tool was the Finder Flag from My Friends Tigger & Pooh.
Tigger, Pooh, and Darby heard the Super Sleuth siren. Roo's kite was stuck in a tree. Tigger tried bouncing, and the audience bounced along. Then, everyone blew to get the kite out of the tree!
Show Finale
After the stories, Daisy, Goofy, and Donald completed their tasks. Mickey told everyone to yell "surprise" when Minnie entered. Minnie thanked everyone, and the gang sang Donald's birthday song. Minnie said it was her best birthday ever, and Mickey thanked the audience for being new pals. The show ended with the "Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Theme Song."
New Characters (2011–2013)
When Playhouse Disney became Disney Junior, the show changed its name too. The My Friends Tigger & Pooh part was replaced with a segment based on Jake and the Never Land Pirates.
Jake and the Never Land Pirates Segment
The third tool became the Team Treasure Chest from Jake and the Never Land Pirates. The scene changed to Neverland where Captain Hook had stolen their treasure chest. Jake and his crew, with the audience's help, disguised themselves as bushes. To get Hook away, the audience pretended to be Tick-Tock the Crocodile! This plan worked, and everyone sang "Weigh Hey Well Done Crew."
More Updates (2013–2018)
Later, the Handy Manny and Little Einsteins segments were replaced with stories from Sofia the First and Doc McStuffins.
Sofia the First Segment
The first tool was the tiara from Sofia the First. Sofia needed to make flowers sparkle for the Royal Ball. Cedric the sorcerer tried to help, but his spell book disappeared! The audience helped Cedric find it. Sofia, with the audience's help, said the spell with confidence, making it snow and then making the flowers sparkle. Sofia sang "Anything."
Doc McStuffins Segment
The second tool was the stethoscope from Doc McStuffins. In Doc's clinic, Lambie's tutu ripped. Doc, with Lambie, Chilly, Hallie, and Stuffy, sang "Time for Your Check Up." Stuffy accidentally knocked over the magnifying glass, causing bubbles everywhere! The audience helped pop the bubbles. Doc fixed Lambie, who then sang "I Feel Better." Doc reminded everyone that with friends cheering you on, you can do anything!
Meet and Greet Fun
Outside the theater at Disney's Hollywood Studios, you could meet some of your favorite Disney Junior characters! These included Pluto and characters from Vampirina, Fancy Nancy, and Doc McStuffins. It was a great chance to say hello and take pictures with them!
