Drawn to Life
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Drawn to Life Presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney
Set your imagination in motion and get ready for a first-of-its-kind creative collaboration between iconic memory-makers Cirque du Soleil and Disney.
Drawn to Life invites you into an astounding world where the art of Walt Disney Animation is experienced like never before. Gather your whole family for an unforgettable leap into this amazing new show—a live acrobatic journey where the stage is transformed into a giant animation table. The art of classic Disney animation is reinterpreted through Cirque du Soleil’s innovative design, acrobatic performances, dazzling choreography, and eclectic costuming alongside all-new Disney animation and an original score inspired by timeless Disney music. The show is absolutely alive with all the high-flying, mind-blowing exuberance that Cirque du Soleil is famous for.
This love letter to the art of Disney Animation celebrates life in all of its motions and emotions. The show tells the story of a determined girl who discovers one last gift left by her animator father: a sequence of unfinished drawings. Guided by a magical pencil and a quirky troupe of imaginative muses, she embarks on an inspiring quest filled with her childhood Disney memories. We’ll follow her as she leaps into a whimsical world of animation and discovers new possibilities that animate the story of her future. Drawn to Life presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney and located in Disney Springs (formerly Downtown Disney).
Sneak peek into Drawn to Life creative studio
Meet Julie
Mr. Pencil’s Costume
Squash & Stretch Makeup Designs
Dream of color Costumes
Animation Table
Aerial pencil training
Russian Swing training
Teeterboard training
The show goes on!
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Practical Info
Duration
90 min
What is the story of Drawn to life?
This new show follows the story of Julie, a courageous and determined girl who discovers an unexpected gift left by her late father: an unfinished animation piece. Guided by a surprising pencil, she embarks on an inspiring quest sprinkled with her Disney childhood memories. Through this journey, she will learn to imagine new possibilities and animate the story of her future.
Drawn to Life will transport guests into the world of Disney animation in Cirque du Soleil’s signature style. This entirely new experience will wow Walt Disney World guests and Cirque du Soleil fans, both young and old, while bringing timeless Disney stories to life in an unforgettable new way.
What is the story of Drawn to life?
This new show follows the story of Julie, a courageous and determined girl who discovers an unexpected gift left by her late father: an unfinished animation piece. Guided by a surprising pencil, she embarks on an inspiring quest sprinkled with her Disney childhood memories. Through this journey, she will learn to imagine new possibilities and animate the story of her future.
Drawn to Life will transport guests into the world of Disney animation in Cirque du Soleil’s signature style. This entirely new experience will wow Walt Disney World guests and Cirque du Soleil fans, both young and old, while bringing timeless Disney stories to life in an unforgettable new way.
How long is Drawn to life?
Drawn to Life is 90 minutes with no intermission.
How long is Drawn to life?
Drawn to Life is 90 minutes with no intermission.
Where can I see Drawn to life?
The Drawn to Life Theatre is located on the West Side of Disney Springs, in Florida.
Where can I see Drawn to life?
The Drawn to Life Theatre is located on the West Side of Disney Springs, in Florida.
Is Drawn to life appropriate for kids?
Drawn to Life is meant to be enjoyed by the whole family.
Is Drawn to life appropriate for kids?
Drawn to Life is meant to be enjoyed by the whole family.
What safety measures are in place at Drawn to Life?
Face coverings are optional for fully vaccinated Guests in both outdoor and indoor locations. We expect Guests who are not fully vaccinated to continue wearing face coverings in all indoor locations, including indoor attractions and theaters. Face coverings are still required by all Guests (ages 2 and up) on enclosed Disney transportation. For complete Disney Springs guidelines, please visit disneyworld.disney.go.com.What safety measures are in place at Drawn to Life?
How do I get to the Drawn to Life Theatre?
From 1-4 take Exit 67 toward EPCOT/Disney Springs. Then stay in the right lane and follow signs to Disney Springs.
Self-parking is complimentary in all surface lots and garages, providing direct access to Disney Springs. When parking at Disney Springs, please arrive at least 60 minutes before any scheduled event, show or reservation.- For surface parking, we recommend the Watermelon Parking Lot, which is directly next to the Cirque du Soleil Theatre.
- For garage parking, we recommend the Orange Garage, which is a short walk from the Theatre.
Valet parking is available at the porte-cochère of Cirque du Soleil at the following times:
- Monday through Thursday: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Friday through Saturday: 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM
- Sunday: 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Valet parking costs $20. As an alternative, Preferred Parking is available in the Mango Lot for $10.
How do I get to the Drawn to Life Theatre?
From 1-4 take Exit 67 toward EPCOT/Disney Springs. Then stay in the right lane and follow signs to Disney Springs.
Self-parking is complimentary in all surface lots and garages, providing direct access to Disney Springs. When parking at Disney Springs, please arrive at least 60 minutes before any scheduled event, show or reservation.- For surface parking, we recommend the Watermelon Parking Lot, which is directly next to the Cirque du Soleil Theatre.
- For garage parking, we recommend the Orange Garage, which is a short walk from the Theatre.
Valet parking is available at the porte-cochère of Cirque du Soleil at the following times:
- Monday through Thursday: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Friday through Saturday: 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM
- Sunday: 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Valet parking costs $20. As an alternative, Preferred Parking is available in the Mango Lot for $10.
Ticket Information
Adult tickets are for ages 10+.Children tickets are for ages 3-9.
Children 2 and under are free provided they sit on their parent’s lap.
Ticket Information
Children tickets are for ages 3-9.
Children 2 and under are free provided they sit on their parent’s lap.
Who is part of the creation team on the show?
The creation team of Drawn to Life, the 50th original production of Cirque du Soleil:
Chief Creative Officer & Executive Producer
Diane Quinn
Writer and Show Director
Michel Laprise
Creative Director
Fabrice Becker
Production Director
Matthew Whelan
Acrobatic Designer
Germain Guillemot
Acrobatic Equipment Designer
Danny Zen
Choreographers
Kostiantyn Tomilchenko
Andrew Skeels
Lydia Bouchard
Comedic Designer
Joe de Paul
Costume Designer
Philippe Guillotel
Light Designer
Martin Labrecque
Magie Nouvelle
Raphaël Navarro
Make-up Designer
Eleni Uranis
Music Composer
Benoit Jutras
Projection Designers
Mathieu St-Arnaud
Félix Fradet-Faguy
Projections Producer
4U2C
Puppets Designer
Johanna Ehlert
Set Designer
Stephane Roy
Sound Designer
Jonathan Deans
Who is part of the creation team on the show?
The creation team of Drawn to Life, the 50th original production of Cirque du Soleil:
Chief Creative Officer & Executive Producer
Diane Quinn
Writer and Show Director
Michel Laprise
Creative Director
Fabrice Becker
Production Director
Matthew Whelan
Acrobatic Designer
Germain Guillemot
Acrobatic Equipment Designer
Danny Zen
Choreographers
Kostiantyn Tomilchenko
Andrew Skeels
Lydia Bouchard
Comedic Designer
Joe de Paul
Costume Designer
Philippe Guillotel
Light Designer
Martin Labrecque
Magie Nouvelle
Raphaël Navarro
Make-up Designer
Eleni Uranis
Music Composer
Benoit Jutras
Projection Designers
Mathieu St-Arnaud
Félix Fradet-Faguy
Projections Producer
4U2C
Puppets Designer
Johanna Ehlert
Set Designer
Stephane Roy
Sound Designer
Jonathan Deans