The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure is a stage show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It replaces the former stage show, Voyage of the Little Mermaid, which originally opened at the same location in 1992. This attraction opened on May 27, 2025.
Watch as Ariel follows her dreams to be part of the human world. This little mermaid’s adventure is brimming with familiar moments—like encounters with King Triton and Ursula—and stirring scenes.
Throughout Ariel’s journey, get swept away by moving musical numbers like “Part of Your World,” “Under the Sea,” “Poor Unfortunate Souls,” “Kiss the Girl” and more!
This fin-tastic tale is enhanced with stunning set pieces and cutting-edge effects that capture Ariel’s imagination and emotions.
Showtimes: Daily performances at the following times:
Morning: 9:20 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 10:40 a.m., 11:20 a.m.
Afternoon: 12:00 p.m., 12:40 p.m., 1:20 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 2:40 p.m., 3:20 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 4:40 p.m.
Evening: 5:20 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 6:40 p.m., 7:20 PM
*As always, you’ll want to check the My Disney Experience app on the day of your visit for exact showtimes.
| The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure | Disney’s Hollywood Studios |
|---|---|
Location: | Animation Courtyard |
Height Requirement: | NA, Stage Show |
Lightning Lane: | Yes, with Lightning Lane Multi Pass |
Early Theme Park Hours: | No |
Extended Evening Hours: | No |
Attraction Type: | Stage Show |
Seats Per Vehicle: | Theater Rows |
Duration: | Approx. 18 Minutes |
Good For: | Everyone |
Scare Factor: | None |
Must-Do List: | Medium to High Priority |
Perfect For: | Fans of The Little Mermaid |
Special Mention: | This show is brand new! |
Additional Info: Guests may remain in wheelchairs or ECVs for this performance.
Check our Disney World Lightning Lane Guide to plan your attractions.
Our Review of The Little Mermaid: A Musical Adventure
The Little Mermaid: A Musical Adventure sits on the corner of the former Animation Courtyard. A covered queue sits outside the theater’s entrance. If you arrive early enough for the next performance, you can likely wait inside the interior portion of the queue. All other guests will wait in the exterior portion of the queue.
When it’s time for the next performance, cast members will open the theater doors and allow guests to enter the theater. Those in wheelchairs and ECVs can sit in dedicated accessible areas toward the back of the theater. All other guests are asked to continue to the opposite end of the row they select, allowing the entire theater to fill.
Soon after, the performance begins with King Triton and Sebastian. They are awaiting a musical performance from Ariel, the Little Mermaid, and her sisters.
As the story goes, Ariel is nowhere to be found when the final clam shell opens. At this point, all the characters are strictly on screen.
Then, the set changes, and Ariel appears in real life. She is talking with Flounder, who appears as a puppet.
After a brief scuffle with her father, Ariel is shown in a dual scene with Prince Eric. It’s a touching scene.
For more stage shows at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you might like the following:
- Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After
- For the First Time in Forever (Frozen Sing-Along Celebration)
- Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage
- Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular
- Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Or browse the entire list of attractions at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
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