WDW Magazine April 2016 - Disney's Hollywood Studios | Page 36

Voyage of the Little Mermaid
Location: Animation Courtyard

Going strong since 1992—this show combines movie projection, lasers, puppets, and
live actors in a retelling of the story about everyone’s favorite mermaid. The
technology seems a little faded but the story still rings true.

Disney Junior – Live on Stage
Location: Animation Courtyard

Disney makes interesting use of puppets to spin a simple tale with characters from
Jake and the Never Land Pirates, Doc McStuffins, and the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.
Plenty of music and audience interaction helps preschoolers wiggle and jump as they
burn off a bit of energy. Adults will get a kick out of all the kids engaging with the
show.

Star Wars Launch Bay
Location: Animation Courtyard

I lost one of my favorite hidden gems at DHS, the Animation Academy, when the Art
of Animation shut down to make way for the Star Wars Launch Bay. I still miss the
chance to learn how to draw Disney characters, but I have to admit that Disney did a
fine job with this new walkthrough exhibit.
From the introductory movie to the models, or the detailed