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Photographer Peter Lee shares his “noteworthy” discovery hidden at Mickey’s Philharmagic.

It’s about as perfect as ten minutes or so can be.  Mickey’s PhilharMagic has wowed audiences from opening day in 2003 and continues to draw the crowds with its “4-D” effects and magical story line.  Featuring many of the most beloved characters from Disney movies including Peter Pan and Tinker Bell, Aladdin and Jasmine, Simba, Ariel, and Lumière, the show is a feast for the eyes, the ears, and even the nose!

Guests are invited to don their opera glasses and follow Donald Duck’s misadventures through a world of animation as he chases the “borrowed” Sorcerer hat under the sea and across the savannahs of Africa.  The audience joins him on a magic carpet ride through narrow Middle Eastern alleyways, and soaring over London on a trail of pixie dust.

Delightful for all ages, Mickey’s PhilharMagic occupies its own special theater that seats nearly 500 guests.  Don’t miss the lobby area that showcases “past performances” in a series of comical posters.

While some people prefer being at the front of the theater, we’ve found that the special effects seem even better from seats in the center sections, so enter from one of the doors to the right rather than the left.  We also suggest waiting for a bit after the doors open and then choosing a row that’s partially filled in order to end up in the center of that row.  Pick up a FastPass, then get in the standby line if it’s not too long.  You’ll definitely want to see this show more than once!

Mickey’s PhilharMagic

Magic Kingdom, Fantasyland

Approximately 12 minutes

Wheelchair and ECV accessible

Assistive listening and reflective captioning devices available

Park admission required

VITAL STATISTICS

Name: Ariel

AKA: The Little Mermaid

Current Address: Eric’s world

Previous Address:  under the sea

Interests: singing;  collecting gadgets, woozits, and thingamabobs

Facebook Friends: Eric, Flounder, Sebastian, Scuttle, King Triton

CHARACTER COORDINATES

Remember, the appearance of a specific character is never guaranteed.  Some of the locations below have regularly-scheduled appearances while others are occasional.  Always check the Times Guides for the most up-to-date information, and be prepared for possible substitutions at character meals.

Meet and Greet

• Magic Kingdom, Fantasyland, Ariel’s Grotto   NOTE:  As of April 12, 2010, Ariel’s Grotto will be closing to make way for the Fantasyland expansion.  Look for the new Grotto location and attraction scheduled for 2013.

Character Dining

• EPCOT, World Showcase, Norway, Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, Princess Storybook Dining

Attractions

• Disney’s Hollywood Studios, The Little Mermaid

Shows

• Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Fantasmic!

Parades

• Magic Kingdom, Celebrate a Dream Come True
• Magic Kingdom, Spectromagic

Miscellaneous

• Magic Kingdom, Fantasyland, Mickey’s Philharmagic