LPWire: Tokyo DisneySea Announces Aladdin's Whole New World Begins 5/16

Tokyo DisneySea Park Special Event
“Aladdin’s Whole New World�?
May 16 – August 31, 2005

From May 16 through August 31, 2005, Tokyo DisneySea Park will present the special event “Aladdin’s Whole New World,�? in which the characters from the Disney film Aladdin will bring the guests visiting the Park a tale of magic, comedy and adventure.

The special event’s entertainment program will be presented on the waters of Mediterranean Harbor, where a group of young travellers led by Aladdin and Jasmine will face off against the evil Grand Vizier Jafar and his minions in an exciting competition on the water. Amidst all the excitement, the Genie of the lamp will also appear, adding his special magic and humor to the show.

During the event period, the themed ports of Arabian Coast and Mediterranean Harbor will be decorated with colorful banners and lanterns to heighten the festive mood. Also, photo locations featuring Aladdin and the Genie will be set up, and shops and restaurants around the Park will offer approximately 70 kinds of special merchandise and around 30 different special menus. Special wagons will be set up, and even Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta will feature special menus themed to the event at its restaurants.

Guests visiting the Park on May 16, 2005, the opening day of the event, can each receive a special medal with an original design.

“Aladdin’s Whole New World�?

Venue: Mediterranean Harbor
Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
Performances: Twice daily

“Aladdin’s Whole New World�? is a wondrous entertainment program filled with magic, comedy and adventure. It will be presented on the waters of Mediterranean Harbor and features the characters from the Disney film Aladdin.

The show begins in Mediterranean Harbor, where the Guests await the arrival of Aladdin and his party on their journey from Agrabah. The festive mood is heightened by fun activities such as dance lessons for the Guests, and then soon the familiar tune of “A Whole New World�? rings out and Aladdin and his friends make their entrance riding in a gorgeous waterborne parade.

As the Sultan starts his speech celebrating the group’s arrival, the music takes on an eerie tone. Suddenly, the Grand Vizier Jafar appears aboard an evil-looking ship and gleefully interrupts the ceremony. When Jafar and his followers move to surround Aladdin and his pals’ ships, Aladdin has to figure a way out his predicament and of course thinks of the magic lamp!

The Genie’s distinctive voice begins to reverberate throughout Mediterranean Harbor, then the Genie himself finally makes his appearance. Ignoring the intense, highly charged atmosphere, the lively Genie declares that instead of a battle, the two sides should settle their differences by playing water games. The two opposing camps then begin competing in a variety of free-style jet vehicle performances, thrilling powerboat races and comical pedal-boat battles that are sure to be enjoyed by all the guests.

Sensing an opportunity though, Jafar and his minions begin a treacherous attack on Aladdin and his friends. However, with the help of the guests’ dancing and cheering, the good guys gain a glorious victory.

Jafar, of course, does not accept defeat graciously. As the games finish, the magician transforms himself into a giant snake and attacks Aladdin and his group in the midst of their victory celebrations. Sensing danger, Aladdin once again calls for the guests’ help, and together they handily defeat the tricky sorcerer. To celebrate the victory, Aladdin and Jasmine then take a ride on the magic carpet, drifting through the air over the harbor as fountains and pyrotechnics create a spectacular finale.

Shows are subject to change or cancellation due to inclement weather, etc.

--Posted March 23, 2005
Source: Tokyo DisneySea