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Jodi Benson’s Surprise Visit to Disney’s New Little Mermaid Show Will Melt Your Heart!

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Among the latest additions to Disney World is the musical show titled “The Little Mermaid – A Live Spectacle“, scheduled to make its debut next week at Hollywood Studios in Orlando, Florida. Prior to guests experiencing this fresh performance, it has received the blessing of original voice actress Jodi Benson who lent her voice to the iconic character Ariel. To our delight, a surprise encounter between the star and the show’s cast was recorded on video.

Jodi Benson played a significant role in crafting Ariel and animating her vividly. Notably, she provided the voice for all the dialogue and memorable songs for this beloved Disney character. Given her pivotal contributions to the Disney universe, it was only fitting that she attended the production of “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” to learn more about it and appreciate its fine details. Here’s a captivating video showing her visit:

As a movie enthusiast, I found myself deeply moved by Jodi Benson’s heartfelt return to the world of Ariel. The scene opens with Benson, in a poignant moment, reprising Ariel’s iconic vocal melodies that are central to the 1989 film’s narrative. The cast and crew were left spellbound by this surprise performance. In an instant, they rose to their feet, bestowing a standing ovation on the Disney Legend. Their reactions spoke volumes about the profound impact Benson continues to have on those who worked alongside her in this magical tale of the Little Mermaid.

Afterward, Jodi Benson toured different sections of the production to gather more information about the upcoming attraction. I can hardly fathom being part of the team for this show and getting to brief her personally. The project is incredibly high-tech, incorporating traditional puppetry (even a Max the dog puppet!) along with digital characters. It’s fascinating that Benson was amazed when she discovered that the digital entities were created using motion capture performances.

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In the first complete rehearsal of the production, the actress from Toy Story 3 joins the director. It’s heartwarming to notice her dabbing away tears as the performance concludes. Later, she acknowledges the cast and crew for what she terms an “amazing” show. Furthermore, Benson expresses being overwhelmed and tearfully describes the privilege of witnessing the show prior to its opening as a unique and special experience.

At the conclusion of the video, Jodi Benson adds her signature to a part of the stage that boasts all the signatures of both cast and crew members! It’s heartwarming to observe how engaged Benson remains with The Little Mermaid. Not too long ago, she attended her daughter’s performance as Ariel on stage, and even made a guest appearance in the live-action film featuring Halle Bailey. Benson has also expressed support for Halle Bailey vocally.

In December 2023, Disney revealed plans for a new show at their parks, following the closure of Voyage of the Little Mermaid in 2020. Originally slated to return in late 2024, it’s understandable that the production process has taken longer due to its complexity. The revived show is set to debut on May 27, 2024, in the Animation Courtyard Theater at Hollywood Studios. Jodi Benson, who voiced Ariel in the original production, has given her approval to this new attraction, making it even more exciting for fans.

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2025-05-24 23:38

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