Disney Hercules Takes the Stage Aboard the Disney Destiny – First Look at This Epic New Show!
Disney Cruise Line is officially on a roll — and I am HERE FOR IT. 🛳✨
As we count down to the launch of the Disney Destiny, the heroes and villains-themed cruise ship that already has me planning outfits and dessert orders, Disney just dropped another magical bombshell: a brand-new stage spectacular based on one of my favorite animated films…
Introducing: “Disney Hercules” – an all-new live show that’s ready to take us from zero to hero in the most show-stopping way imaginable!
Hercules: A Legendary Story, Reimagined
This stage show is a fresh retelling of the Hercules we know and love, but with a totally modern twist. It keeps the heart and humor of the original film but adds a contemporary flair that’s giving me Broadway-meets-pop-concert vibes… and I am OBSESSED.
You’ll still hear all your favorites:
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“Go the Distance” (this one always gets me ready to get up and start moving!)
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“Zero to Hero” (cue the shoulder shimmy)
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“I Won’t Say I’m in Love” (Meg stans, rise up!)
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Plus, they’re debuting a new-to-us ballad: “Shooting Star,” a heartfelt song that was originally written for the film by Alan Menken and David Zippel but never made it in. I’m really excited to hear this new song.
Disney Hercules: The Muses, the Gods & the Glam
The Muses are back, baby — and they’re front and center as our soulful narrators. Expect gospel powerhouse vocals, humor, sass, and sparkle in spades. These ladies are going to bring the house down every single night.
And don’t even get me started on the costume designs. Word is we’ll see:
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Mount Olympus opulence – think glowing gowns, celestial golds, and divine drama
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Earthy elegance – a contrast of textures and tones for us mere mortals
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Popstar-level stage fashion – bold, modern twists that elevate the entire performance
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I can’t wait to see the runway meets mythology moment they’re promising when we get the chance to watch Disney Hercules aboard the Disney Destiny!
Puppets, Power & the Hydra!
Hold onto your hero helmets, because this show is also bringing in jaw-dropping puppetry from award-winning designer Michael Curry (yes, the same mastermind behind “The Tale of Moana” aboard the Disney Treasure).
We’re talking:
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Massive mythological monsters
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A multi-headed Hydra puppet that’s sure to steal the show
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A level of stagecraft that’s pure Disney Cruise Line magic
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This is not your average cruise show, y’all — this is immersive, imaginative theater on the high seas.
Why the Disney Hercules Stage Show Has Me SO Excited
“Disney Hercules” is going to be one of three stage shows aboard the Disney Destiny, alongside:
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❄️ Frozen, A Musical Spectacular
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🌊 Disney Seas the Adventure
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But this Hercules show? It’s the one I’ll be lining up early for, popcorn and tissues in hand. It hits that perfect sweet spot of nostalgia, innovation, and sheer entertainment that Disney Cruise Line always nails.
Ready to Go the Distance with Disney Hercules?
If this show is any indication of what’s to come aboard the Disney Destiny, I think we’re all in for something truly mythic with Disney Hercules. I’ll be counting the days until I can experience this onboard! Hercules has always held a soft place in my heart (does his scrawny kid to brawny hero make anyone else think of Chris Evans’ Captain America?!? Herc did it first, baby!)
If you’re planning a Disney cruise and want to know more about the Disney Destiny, let’s chat! Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a Castaway Club pro, I’d love to help you go the distance to your dream vacation.
And if reading about the Disney Hercules stage show has got you wanting to watch the movie again, you can find it on Disney+.
P.S. We’ve gotten a lot of updates on the Disney Destiny recently. Click here and here to read more about this beautiful ship, taking its maiden voyage later this year.
