Zootopia fans, get ready to experience your favorite mammalian metropolis like never before! Now open at Shanghai Disney Resort, the all-new Zootopia-themed land invites guests to step into the vibrant world of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Zootopia. And with it comes a groundbreaking entertainment experience: Disney Zootopia Comes Alive.
A First-of-Its-Kind Live Experience
Unlike any other Disney Parks show, Disney Zootopia Comes Alive is a living, breathing story told throughout the land. It unfolds at the Zootopia Park Apartments along Mane Street, where beloved characters—including the Hopps family, Fru Fru and Mr. Big, Koslov the polar bear, Flash the sloth, Yax the yak, Duke Weaselton, and more—interact from balconies and windows above.
The creative minds at Disney Live Entertainment, Walt Disney Imagineering, and Shanghai Disney Resort teamed up to craft this innovative experience. Guests strolling through Zootopia may stumble upon these characters mid-conversation, making each moment feel spontaneous and personal.
A Seamless Integration of Storytelling
“Rather than a traditional show with fixed times, we wanted guests to feel like they’re truly inside Zootopia,” said Jeff Conover, Creative Director at Disney Live Entertainment. The show blends storylines and humor in ways that reward curiosity and exploration.
Michelle Tritt, Production Manager, added, “It’s not just a show—it’s the embodiment of the land. We’ve carefully embedded lighting, audio, and scenic effects so the world feels alive.”
Details and Surprises Around Every Corner
Guests are encouraged to explore and observe, as surprises happen throughout the day. The emotional connection to the characters and their stories brings the land to life in an entirely new way.
“This kind of immersive storytelling doesn’t exist anywhere else,” Michelle shared. “Guests will laugh, they’ll cry, and most importantly, they’ll believe they’re really in Zootopia.”
Stay tuned to Disney Parks Blog for more updates on this remarkable addition to Shanghai Disney Resort!
