There’s no greater joy than that seen through the eyes of a child, and there’s a little bit of a child in all of us.

Attending Disney On Ice really reminded me yet again, just how much I love the Disney movies (and Disney in general) and how many generations have like myself grown up loving them as well. It’s what you would call the origin of my love for musicals.

Presented by Feld Entertainment this years show is titled Disney On Ice: 100 Years of Wonder. Come on a journey through timeless stories with Mickey Mouse and pals as they go on a quest to rescue Tinker Bell from Captain Hook and restore the magic.

Some of our most favourite Disney characters take centre stage including but not limited to Belle from Beauty and the Beast, Miguel from Pixar Coco, Woody and Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story, Aladdin, Genie and Jasmine from Aladdin, Ariel from The Little Mermaid, Elsa, Anna, Kristoff and Olaf from Frozen, Moana and Maui from Moana. And of course where would the show be without none other than Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy.

At its core, Disney On Ice: 100 years of Wonder is an Ice Skating production that includes dance ,story telling, acrobatics, impressive aerial skills that leave you in awe and special effects to help bring these characters and stories to life. It is further helped by their fabulous costumes, So when you see them it’s like they have been taken directly from the films.

I was most gobsmacked by the talent of the cast. I’m not an expert, but the performers made the figure skating look effortless and flawless. They were able to interact with the audience as well- waving at the kids and coming close to the side of the arena.

As great and as popular as Frozen is, my favourite portions of the show were of The Little Mermaid and Moana. I will admit I choked up a bit when Ariel and Prince Eric were flying and dancing through the air to Kiss The Girl it was such a magical moment. Moana brought it home for me with it’s story of Fire and Water, and it’s songs ‘How Far I’ll Go’ and ‘You’re Welcome’ and it’s beautiful and endearing moments between Maui and Moana’s Grandmother.

There’s a lot to love about Disney On Ice: 100 years of Wonder and something everyone can take home and enjoy.

Disney On Ice: 100 years of Wonder is now playing at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne until the 2nd of July. For tickets or more information head to disneyonice.com.au

x Steph