Finding Nemo: The Musical

This is easily my favorite show in Disney and I’d go as far as to say that it’s objectively the best. It’s a great abbreviated telling of the tale, with incredible performances and fantastic theatrical effects. This is MUST for any trip to the Animal Kingdom. And it’s a great way to escape the heat!

Finally saw this Nemo show, horrible. The fact you can see all the actors carrying the character props. It so long and drawn out, people were leaving the show in droves. I hope Disney pulls it quick, that’s a waste of space.

Very good show for the whole family.
It is a live show with puppets and actors. Use the fastpass to get in early for good seats.
Venue is air conditioned and open.

One of the best shows at Disneyworld (not just Animal Kingdom)! We used our fast pass to get close seats at this live action show. It was about a 40 minute musical, and for a movie without any songs like most Disney movies, the theatrical production was absolutely amazing. The actors and actresses were spot on with their lines, the music was fun and catchy, and for anyone who hasn’t seen the movie, hit all the main points of Marlin battling the ocean to save his missing son with Dory’s entertainment and emtional support at his side. Their costumes and props were also a lot of fun to watch, definitely a must-​see if you’re heading to Disneyworld!
Best,
Charlie

This is a live action production of Finding Nemo. The actors onstage use a larger than life puppets to convey the characters that they are portraying. They do a great job, moving the eyes and mouths. It is truly a wonderful adaptation.
I recommend it to all.

This is my favorite attraction at Disneyworld and I’m so glad I decided to come to Animal Kingdom. I came in with high expectations because of all the rave reviews, but seeing it myself was even more magical. The sings/​actors on stage did such an amazing job. Even though the show is like 40 minutes, the time flew by and I wish I had more of it.
It’s great for kids and adults. I can’t even remember what Nemo was about, but after watching this musical, I want to watch the movie again.
Don’t miss this if you’re at Animal Kingdom! I came here on a Monday in February so I didn’t need a fast pass, but if you come during a busier month, get the fast pass so guarantee your entry. The show starts on the hour so don’t be late.

If you love the Movie, you’ll love this Musical version of the Movie. This musical is a condensed version of the movie taking approximately 45 minutes in length.
The staging is completed by humans in costume carrying puppets to provide the illusion of being in the sea. It is a fabulous effect full of blues and bright colors. The songs are sweet and you almost forget the humans are holding the puppets. The stage is a bright blue and looks like the ocean and they do a fun aquarium look for the dentist’s office.
Bleacher style seating allows this large theatre to be filled to the brim, but I felt comfortable for the time I was there.
If you’re in the Animal Kingdom, I’d make this a must-​see on the list of things to do!

This show is cute with hand held fish helped by the actors to mimIc your favorite character from the film. The entire studio is a aquarium feel with blues. There are cute songs and exchanges to replicate the movie plot. Definitely check it out. It is bleacher style seating.

This is an absolute must see. Everyone really loves festival of the lion King. I have to say this one is very comparable but very different. This is visually stunning and if you saw the movie, you will love this particular short musical. They use beautiful lights and great talented performers of course.
All in all, I don’t want to provide any spoilers but it is like watching the movie in a condensed version with live performers. It is really beautiful. I highly recommend it without any doubt. Do not just festival of the lion King, although that one is good too!

Very chill ride with nice social effects. There are tons of spectacular aquariums at the end. Kids thoroughly enjoyed it.
Lines were rather quick even though we did have a fastpass it wasn’t necessary.

This is the perfect show for both parents and kids. To avoid the long lines make sure you spend the extra money to get the fast pass. If you don’t have the fast pass get there early and because the lines are long.
By far one of the best shows I’ve seen (okay I haven’t seen a lot of shows… I’m full of it; this was my first live show, so I’m kind of biased lol. I was blown away by the professionalism and talent of the Disney staff! Their voices sounded just like the ones in Finding Nemo!
There was plenty of seats but make sure you don’t sit too close to the side of the stage; your view will be blocked by the side of the stage! I especially loved the vibrant colors of the costumes and the special effects they used! My son loved the bubbles at the end of the show and how the characters interacted in the audience.

Definitely the highlight of our trip!!! This musical is AMAZING! I could not believe the work put into the characters, their costumes, their puppetry skills, their voices… Their incredible talent! I felt like I paid $ 100 for a Broadway musical in New York. If you are even thinking twice about taking the time to see this musical… You must go! The colorful costumes come to life on stage, the music is mesmerizing and the actors are so perfect for their roles. All ages will love it.

Mine. Mine. Mine
These seagulls crack me up.
This ride is mainly geared towards kids but adults like my brother and I think this ride is fun too.
Walking in there’s a shimmery ocean backdrop using sound and lights before you enter your own personal shell.
My brother ALWAYS comments on how cool this effect is every time we come here, and he’s in his 20’s, and not, like 5 years old.
The ride has what I refer to as dancing Nemo puppets that tell the story of the movie.
Great adventure for EVERYONE!

Pretty good show w a stirring plot and talented singers. They don’t just take the movie’s plot and regurgitate; they actually take a creative, new twist that can be a real tear jerker if you are the emotional type.

This show is a must see when visiting Animal Kingdom. We never pass it up when we are in the park. It is probably 90% of the time on our Fast Pass list.
If you want to get the full scenic version of the show don’t sit in the first 7 or 8 rows next to the walkway stage. There will be parts that you will not be able to see from those seats. Also, the seats in the back that are on the stadium seating (you will know what seats these are if you get there super late and there’s no other seats available.) As this seat you can still see, its just far away.
I usually opt for the very first row. My son is a toddler, so its easier for him to see the actors up close, and we know at the songs so I believe it is more interactive in this spot, as the actors interact more up in the front. I also love taking pictures of this show as the colors are so vibrant and beautiful, so sitting up close helps this as well.
The actors are AMAZING! I’ve seen the show so much I know the actors who I favor the most. There is the most common person that plays Marlon, Nemo’s father and he is awesome! The girl that I favor as Nemo, I feel like I am watching the movie! Her voice is spot on! Love it! The most recent show we saw had a different voice actor of Bruce the shark, but he was still amazing! The last show also, the voice of Crush the turtle was a different «dude»… I dont think he gave off the normal «dudeish» voice as the normal guy that I have seen… the guy that we usually see is more of a surfer type, looks like hes from hawaii and has a awesome voice that I think just stays in my head.
The amazing thing about this show is that you can feel the love in it. At the point where Nemo and his dad reunite from that point on I just get goosebumps to the end of the show.
Another reason I like sitting up close is for the ending, I clap throughout the whole finally of bow’s as I appreciate them all giving a great show!

What a cute little show, and cute theater it’s in! I love all the details that went into this production. However I was very put off that this was a musical. I mean, this is clearly Disney’s way of getting what they want since Pixar put it in their contract that they won’t do musicals.
The singing and music is weird, but a good weird. The costumes and performers did an amazing job though, as was the storytelling and special effects.

Absolutely love the show! If you have to pick atleast one show at animal kingdoms make sure you make time for this. It’s basically the finding nemo movie all condensed with gigantic puppets and people in large suits. I know it sounds lame but it really is very cute. My husband and I never get tired of taking our daughter to this show and she loves it. Soo as they say «just keep swimming, just keep swimming» straight to the show! :-)

This has been reviewed well enough by other Unilocalers that a 500 word essay is not needed but a few points not to forget:
— Skip the FP+ as there will almost always be enough space with the exception of Disney’s most busy times of the year. This show runs at least four or five times a day even in the rare slow season and overall the theatre is large so if you show up 30 minutes or so prior to the start you should be good.
— A lot of people for whatever reason I guess feel weird about sitting in the first row or two so there are usually a few spots open right up until a few minutes before show time.
— If you want to follow along with the show (i.e. be a smart ass since you’ll need to fully turn around during the show) there is a large teleprompter up against the back wall that the performers on occasion definitely use so they don’t forget what comes next.
— But most of all, just get to the damn show because even though this thing has run now for years, it’s still comes off as very fresh and exciting and the cast does a great job putting a lot of enthusiasm into every last word/​note/​part.

If I were Rosie O’Donnell on her old show, I would say this is a «cutie patootie» show. Because it is. Characters are largely handled through puppeteers that also act, sing, and speak (like Avenue Q, but G rated.)
They do an amazing recreation that’s true enough to the story (minus Dori speaking whale). Your kids will love the bubbles moment. The singing numbers are cute enough. The costumes are Fantasmic! You’ll be amazed at how they recreate ocean life in a musical format.
I highly recommend this show. And, don’t be shy about asking Cast Member ushers if there are extra seats in the front!
Note: running time is approx. 40 minutes.

This show is so freaking adorable! Disney does just about everything right and they especially do musicals well.
This show is amazing from start to finish. The auditorium is quite large and there is plenty of room for a large audience. Even better, it’s well air-​conditioned for those extra warm days at Animal Kingdom.
The show uses a lot of large scale puppets and gorgeous sets to make the world under the sea come to life. Everything looked amazing, just like we were watching the movie. The actors and singers were great, Beautiful voices and even better songs. I honestly can’t say enough about this show. Dory steals the show, as it should be. If you’re at the park, make time for this show. It’s a must.