Though no “official word” from Walt Disney World OR Cirque Du Soleil on official opening date for “Drawn to Life.” Walt Disney World mentioned “Drawn To Life” in a recent Blog post that looks as if it is STILL slated to open this year. The last rumored date was February 2021 and we have been keeping an eye out for verified info!
On the official Cirque du Soleil website, “Drawn To Life” is not listed as an available show. In addition, the “purchase Tickets” option is not listed on Cirque’s Website, nor is further info available on Walt Disney World’s site. But, on countless event ticket sites the show is listed from February onward…It’s as if they are gearing up for an opening date any time. Hmm…Curiouser and Curiouser.
What is “Drawn To Life” presented by Cirque Du Soleil and Disney?
Here is it’s description via Walt Disney World’s Website:
“Set your imagination in motion with Drawn to Life—a love letter to the art of Disney animation. journey into a world where an animator’s desk becomes the stage and drawings come alive. The show is a celebration of life, accentuated by the delightful, mesmerizing movements of Cirque du Soleil’s acrobatic mastery.”
AND an exciting look into the show itself!
“Drawn To Life” has had quite the ride. Starting with the curtain closing on it’s predecessor “La Nouba” on Dec 31st 2017, after it’s 19 year residency. They announced an opening date of April 2020 for a brand new show. Combining the creative efforts of Cirque Du Soleil, Disney Animation studios and Imagineering for the first time. As the year progressed and the Pandemic swept across the world, Cirque Du Soleil was hit hard and laid off 95% of it’s employees. This was followed by filing for bankruptcy July of last year. After emerging from this set-back in November, President and CEO Daniel Lamarre (holding his role since 2001) has remained optimistic in telling press that he “believes shows will gradually begin reopening in 2021 but that they will only be FULLY back in operation in 2022.”
Cirque Du Soleil, like Walt Disney World, wants to keep health and safety in mind before proceeding to open their theatre doors again.
With the positive outlook of Mr. Lamarre and his team, we are hopeful that “Drawn To Life” will open sometime this year as planned!
In the meantime, keep and eye out on Walt Disney World’s Website for updates as well as here with us at The Kingdom Insider!
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