Aladdin- From California Adventure to Broadway

Seems "Aladdin" is finally making the jump from California Adventure and the Disney Cruise Line to Broadway. Does it really fit? Yes, absolutely. But as a theme park lover, this answer brings a question, "Will it stay at California Adventure as well or will the park bring in a new show?" Hong Kong Disneyland's Golden Mickeys seems likely, but will it have the draw once California visitors have seen something of such high quality. Whatever its replacement, it had better be good! The park's riding high on its relaunch, and the suits want to make sure guests keep opening their wallets and providing great word of mouth.

By the way, stay tuned for part two of my Paris trip report, including an extended look and analysis of Disneyland Paris!

(Art copyright The Walt Disney Company.)

Disney and More's Villain Encounter

Alain Littaye's Disney and More continues to be an amazing blog! Go there now and see some incredible art, videos, and new information. Including a great looking stage show for the Disney Cruise Line. Now that is what belongs in California Adventure 2.0!

(Concept art copyright The Walt Disney Company.)

The Toys are Back in Town

Disney fans are, ahem, aBuzz, with the news that the Toy Story musical from the Disney Cruise Line will replace Aladdin at California Adventure come 2011. The Disneyland Resort changes are in full swing, and this is another move that will anger some friends but also gain new fans.

With The Little Mermaid adventure opening the same year and World of Color a brand new nighttime show, California Adventure stands a good chance of gaining some new visitors in the crowd.
What about Aladdin? Send he and the crew packing to Disney's Hollywood Studios. There are enough tired theater presentations that need replacement. Maybe even use that newly enhanced stage developed for The Hunchback of Notre Dame.

Remember, Disney Imagineers and suits haven't told us everything they plan on doing with the California park- nor do they owe it to us. This may only be the beginning of more surprises.