First Look at KiteTales

Posted by: Tricia September 29, 2021 Comments Off on First Look at KiteTales

Marvel at the magic of KiteTales as giant lion and blue bird kites gracefully glide above the treetops and buildings along Discovery River at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, filling the sky with vibrant color and wonder.

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We are just two days away from the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World on October 1st, 2021. One of the new additions coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom is KiteTails. We now have some photos of what this show will look like.

Two vibrant blue sea turtle sculptures soar above the Discovery River at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, framed by lush trees and park buildings, showcasing the dynamic artistry of KiteTales.

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The KiteTales blue manta ray kite, beaming with a friendly smile, soars above a boat cruising on a serene lake framed by lush trees—inviting guests to experience the enchanting outdoor magic of the park's adventure zone.

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Three vibrant sea turtle puppets from KiteTales soar above the audience at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, set against lush trees and a dramatic cloudy sky, creating an enchanting moment in this imaginative park spectacle.

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If you want a more in-depth description, Shawn Slater shared with Disney Parks Blog when it was announced:

“Beginning Oct. 1 as part of the Walt Disney World Resort 50th anniversary celebration, “Disney KiteTails” will take the magic of nature and Disney storytelling to new heights, immersing everyone in a gala performance of color and movement at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park.

It’s all set to happen several times daily at the Discovery River Theater, near DinoLand U.S.A. As you make your way into the space, you’re joined by a team of performers bringing with them a colorful collection of oversized props and kites adorned with Disney animal friends from “The Little Mermaid,” “a bug’s life” and “Finding Nemo.” Original, worldbeat arrangements of favorite Disney tunes fill the air, and the excitement builds toward the launch of an impressive show of kites over the lagoon.

Watercraft zoom into view, pulling with them dynamic kite trains and enormous, three-dimensional kites depicting familiar characters from “The Lion King” or “The Jungle Book.” From one performance to another, you may see Baloo the bear dancing in the sky or Zazu the red-billed hornbill chasing after Simba. These remarkable kites, some as large as 30 feet in length, are inflated by moving through the air, allowing characters like King Louie or Timon and Pumbaa to soar like never before!”