EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts has always been about blending imagination with artistry, and nothing captures that spirit quite like Once Upon a Stage: The Magic of Disney on Broadway. After its debut last year, the exhibit returns in 2026 to CommuniCore Hall—right where it belongs.
For me, Once Upon a Stage was by far the best use of CommuniCore Hall for any EPCOT festival. It captured the true intention of what that space should and could be—a living, breathing canvas for creativity. While other festivals, such as Flower & Garden, Food & Wine, and even the summertime Goofy’s Core Hall experiences, have attempted to bring energy into the building, none have come close to matching the artistic storytelling that Once Upon A Stage delivered.
This year, the Disney on Broadway Concert Series returns to the American Gardens Theatre with a full lineup of Broadway stars—six of them performing at EPCOT for the first time. Expect familiar faces and new energy as they perform unforgettable songs from The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Aida, and The Little Mermaid.
2026 Disney on Broadway Performance Schedule
- Isabelle McCalla (Aladdin) – NEW! and Adam Jacobs (Aladdin)
January 16, 18, 19, 22, 24, 26, 27 - Sierra Boggess (The Little Mermaid) – NEW! and Michael James Scott (Aladdin)
January 17, 20, 21, 23, 25, 28, 29
- Anastacia McCleskey (Tarzan) – NEW! and Josh Strickland (Tarzan)
January 30, February 1, 2, 5, 7, 9, 10 - Mandy Gonzalez (Aida) and Kissy Simmons (The Lion King)
January 31, February 3, 4, 6, 8, 11, 12
- Ainsley Melham (Aladdin) – NEW! and Ashley Brown (Mary Poppins)
February 13, 15, 16, 19 - Susan Egan (Beauty and The Beast) – NEW! and James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin) – NEW! February 14, 17, 18, 20, 21
Disney on Broadway Dining Packages
For those who love dinner and a show, EPCOT is offering 15 unique dining packages that pair a meal at one of the park’s restaurants with guaranteed seating for the evening performance. Bookings open on December 17, and these packages always sell out quickly. From the first forkful to the final curtain call, it’s an experience that deserves its own standing ovation.
Once Upon a Stage: The Magic of Disney on Broadway
Back inside CommuniCore Hall, Once Upon a Stage is the creative centerpiece of the Festival. This exhibit offers guests a rare opportunity to step behind the curtain, featuring authentic props, dazzling costumes, and interactive displays that showcase how Disney’s animated classics are transformed for the Broadway stage.
It’s immersive, detailed, and the perfect showcase for the imagination EPCOT was built to inspire. Expect to see new photo ops, expanded galleries, and fresh nods to Disney’s award-winning productions. I’ll be adding photos and videos from previous years right here soon!
Our Thoughts on Once Upon A Stage
Once Upon a Stage continues to prove that when Disney leans into creativity, magic happens. This exhibit is more than decoration—it’s purpose-built storytelling, transforming CommuniCore Hall into a hub of artistry and imagination. Other festivals may decorate the space, but this one defines it. I can’t wait to explore the new additions, relive past highlights through photos and videos, and once again experience Disney’s Broadway magic at EPCOT.
