FROZEN - Theater Magic

 

When a show like “Disney’s Frozen” comes to town, it’s a true theatrical event for the entire region.  Not every theater is large enough to house this musical that takes 23 semi-trailers to move it from place to place.

Ever since “Frozen” the movie hit the screens back in 2013, it became a part of our culture.  “Let it Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman” were songs that every kid in the neighborhood was singing.

It took a while for Disney to transform the beloved show from a movie to a stage play, but in 2018 it finally stormed Broadway and never left. Now there are productions in the UK, Australia, Japan, Germany and the North American Tour.

Currently it is playing at Michigan State University’s Wharton Center until February 6. 2022 (whartoncenter.com).

From beginning to end, “Frozen” is a first class, Broadway caliber, production. No pickup orchestra here, “Frozen” travels with its own musicians and enough sparkles and snow to fill the entire theater.

Many Disney shows play well for audiences of all ages. After all, “Lion King” is the highest grossing Broadway musical ever ($8.2 bil in sales). “Frozen” plays best for girls ages 5-15, I’m guessing, but many boys were enjoying it as well.