Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is officially open at Disneyland Resort, bringing riders along a musical journey inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “The Princess and the Frog” filled with familiar faces, new friends and a thrilling 50-foot descent. Keep reading to find out how some of your favorite celebrities – including the voice talent from the film: Anika Noni Rose, Jenifer Lewis and Michael-Leon Wooley – rang in the debut of this family-friendly attraction!
Anika Noni Rose, Jenifer Lewis and Michael-Leon Wooley
Disney Animation’s “The Princess and the Frog” cast Anika Noni Rose, Jenifer Lewis and Michael-Leon Wooley were on hand for the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Resort. Princess Tiana and Louis the Alligator even joined them for a celebratory moment dancing to swinging melodies from the Jambalaya Jazz Band over on Orleans Street in New Orleans Square.
Anika and Jenifer were joined by composer and singer-songwriter PJ Morton to deliver a joyful performance aboard the Mark Twain Riverboat during the official dedication of the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland.
Jenifer and Michael-Leon also experienced the magic of the attraction as they went through the bayou on the exhilarating musical adventure together. They even saw some familiar faces including Mama Odie and gator pal Louis!
Tia Mowry
In the nearby New Orleans Square, Tia Mowry (in an outfit inspired by Boo from Pixar Animation Studios’ “Monsters, Inc.”) posed with Princess Tiana and then stopped by Tiana’s Palace for some New Orleans- inspired dishes, including gumbo, red beans and rice, and of course beignets!
Yvette Nicole Brown
Jaime Camil
Jaime Camil also dropped into the bayou for a day at Disneyland Resort to enjoy Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. He even saw Louis during his visit!
