The Little Mermaid Live: What time, channel, day (11/5/19) is the Wonderful World of Disney Presents?
The Wonderful World of Disney and ABC will celebrate the 30th anniversary of “The Little Mermaid” with a special live musical event starring Auli’i Cravalho, Queen Latifah and Shaggy.
This special hybrid performance will feature live musical performances interwoven into the broadcast of the original feature film.
The format will feature intricate sets and costumes with music from the original animated film and the Broadway stage version.
The music, composed by eight-time Oscar-winning composer, Alan Menken will be featured.
Howard Ashman’s iconic film lyrics will also be showcased, while lyricist for the Broadway adaptation, Glenn Slater, will contribute to the star-studded spectacular.
Following her breakout role as the voice of Moana in “Moana,” Auli’i Cravalho will play Ariel. Oscar-nominated, and Grammy, Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning R&B artist, actor and producer Queen Latifah will play Ursula. Renowned reggae musician, singer, DJ, actor and Grammy-winning artist Shaggy will voice Sebastian.
Following his performance as Chef Louis in the Hollywood Bowl production of “The Little Mermaid,” two-time Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos will reprise his role as the eccentric French cook. Graham Phillips, most known for his work on “The Good Wife,” who will return to his live theater roots in the role of Prince Eric.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: “The Wonderful World of Disney presents The Little Mermaid Live!”
When: Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019 EST
Channel: ABC