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Wishes Fireworks
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Ranked #1 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Disney; Performances
Owner description: Wishes Nighttime Spectacular is the biggest, brightest fireworks extravaganza in Magic Kingdom theme park history.Jiminy... more » Owner description: Wishes Nighttime Spectacular is the biggest, brightest fireworks extravaganza in Magic Kingdom theme park history.Jiminy Cricket is your host, guiding Pinocchio, Cinderella, Ariel, Peter Pan and other beloved Disney Characters through a fantastic tale told amongst the stars.A magnificent musical score synchs with the fireworks for a stunning aural and visual experience, featuring unique pyrotechnics and special effects.Discover that wishes do come true when you experience Wishes Nighttime Spectacular, a story so big only the sky can hold it!Additional InformationFireworks schedules vary by season. View the online calendar for specific dates and times. Or, refer to the Times Guide, which is available at the Park entrance, at Guest Relations and at most merchandise locations.The show can be viewed throughout the Park, but to see Tinker Bell flying in the sky, a view from the front of Cinderella Castle is recommended. « less
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Ranked #2 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Performances; Disney
Owner description: La Nouba is a mesmerizing and extraordinary avant-garde circus spectacle performed by Cirque du Soleil exclusively in the... more » Owner description: La Nouba is a mesmerizing and extraordinary avant-garde circus spectacle performed by Cirque du Soleil exclusively in the Downtown Disney West Side area at Walt Disney World Resort.La Nouba is performed at an exceptional theater built especially for Cirque du Soleil. The show's international cast of acrobats, athletes and performance artists—including more than 65 artists representing 15 countries—delights and mystifies with daring acts of grace.La Nouba translates to English as ""to party, to live it up,"" and this theme is evident in the energetic performances, the colorful costumes and the moving live music.Join the thousands of fans who leave this Cirque du Soleil performance in awe of the glorious feats and the inexpressible beauty they have witnessed, carrying with them its memory as an inspiration to celebrate life. It truly is a show that makes ""the impossible, possible.""See the magic up close for yourself when you attend a performance of La Nouba! « less
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Ranked #3 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Disney; Performances
Owner description: A live Disney production held at the Hollywood Hills Amphitheater at Disney-MGM Studios featuring Disney characters,... more » Owner description: A live Disney production held at the Hollywood Hills Amphitheater at Disney-MGM Studios featuring Disney characters, performers and pyrotechnics. « less
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Ranked #4 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Theatres
Owner description: Mama's Comedy Show is like Whose Line Is It Anyway for Adults! This is a Comedy Show for grown-ups, and Mama's Comedy Show is... more » Owner description: Mama's Comedy Show is like Whose Line Is It Anyway for Adults! This is a Comedy Show for grown-ups, and Mama's Comedy Show is the best bang for your buck you'll find anywhere! It's a hilarious night of comedy and laughs! « less
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Ranked #5 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Performances
Owner description: Finding Nemo – The Musical captures the heart, humor, characters and story from the Disney·Pixar animated film Finding Nemo... more » Owner description: Finding Nemo – The Musical captures the heart, humor, characters and story from the Disney·Pixar animated film Finding Nemo and adapts them into a mesmerizing 30-minute Broadway-style musical stage show. The performance is for audiences of all ages in the air-conditioned Theater in the Wild in the DinoLand U.S.A. area at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park.It's a big, blue beautiful world, but not without its dangers, as the overprotective clownfish father, Marlin, his curious son, Nemo, and their friend, Dory, find out in this big fish story—complete with new musical numbers that take their cue from lines from the movie, including ""Just Keep Swimming"" and ""Go with the Flow.""The innovative lighting, sound, special effects and stunning theatrical puppets—some as large as cars—make Finding Nemo – The Musical a must ""sea"" production « less
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Ranked #6 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Dinner Theatres
Owner description: Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is an old-fashioned dinner show that includes foot-stompin' music, nostalgic comedy and an... more » Owner description: Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is an old-fashioned dinner show that includes foot-stompin' music, nostalgic comedy and an all-you-care-to-eat dinner at Pioneer Hall in Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. Get ready for good, ol' country fun!A long-time family favorite, the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue is hosted in a rustic dance hall, with rousing Wild West dancing, singing, and zany vaudeville comedy. You never know what to expect from the high-spirited Claire de Lune, Johnny Ringo, Dolly Drew, Six Bits Slocum, Flora Long and Jim Handy.As the Pioneer Hall Players perform skits and early song standards, equally sassy Cast Members serve your countrified feast. Between laughs, chow down on pails of all-you-care-to-eat American favorites like fried chicken, smoked BBQ pork ribs, seasonal vegetable, baked beans, fresh baked corn bread and strawberry shortcake. Unlimited draft beer, wine, sangria and soft drinks are included for Guests 21 years of age or older (proper ID required). Celebrations are acknowledged in the show.As the performance rounds out, you may be asked to join in the finale—a musical tribute to Davy Crockett. Your inner bumpkin just might emerge.Bring your whole clan of kin folk and join the frolicking fun of this folksy extravaganza. « less
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Ranked #7 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Theatres
Owner description: With Shakespeare as our standard and inspiration, the Orlando Shakespeare Theater produces bold professional theater,... more » Owner description: With Shakespeare as our standard and inspiration, the Orlando Shakespeare Theater produces bold professional theater, develops new plays, and provides innovative educational experiences that enrich our community. « less
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Ranked #8 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Performances
Owner description: Captain Jack and his trusted mates are scouring the 7 seas in search of treasure—and new recruits! At The Pirates League,... more » Owner description: Captain Jack and his trusted mates are scouring the 7 seas in search of treasure—and new recruits! At The Pirates League, select a pirate style and receive a makeover and training from the League's veteran pirates. Get a new name, learn some swashbuckling maneuvers and, after taking the official Pirate League Oath, be prepared to march in the Parade of Pirates in Adventureland. « less
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Ranked #9 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks; Disney; Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Performances

Disney's Animal Kingdom opened in 1998 at Walt Disney World and, despite Disn... best marketing attempts, it still comes across as a glorified  zoo with some rides thrown in.   At... more »

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Ranked #10 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks; Performances
Owner description: Five islands feature family fun and adventure: Marvel Super Hero Island, Toon Lagoon, Jurassic Park, The Lost Continent and... more » Owner description: Five islands feature family fun and adventure: Marvel Super Hero Island, Toon Lagoon, Jurassic Park, The Lost Continent and Seuss Landing. « less
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Ranked #11 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Performances
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Ranked #12 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Dinner Theatres
Owner description: The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show combines a mixture of high-energy comedy improvisation with spectacular magic and... more » Owner description: The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show combines a mixture of high-energy comedy improvisation with spectacular magic and audience participation to thoroughly entertain all ages. Visitors to the show will be served unlimited hand-tossed pizza, salad, popcorn, dessert, beer, wine and soft drinks. Shows are presented nightly at 6:00 and 8:00 pm. Voted Best Dinner Show on the Orlando Wesh 2 A-List! « less
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Ranked #13 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Dinner Theatres
Owner description: Treasure Tavern is an un-rivaled one-of a kind dining experience. Cirque, burlesque, comedy, magic music and upscale dining... more » Owner description: Treasure Tavern is an un-rivaled one-of a kind dining experience. Cirque, burlesque, comedy, magic music and upscale dining come together to create a grown up experience that's rowdy enough to get you going, but classy enough to bring a date! Enjoy a delicious 4 course dinner menu of: Cream of vegetable soup, follow by mixed green salad with olives and blue cheese crumbles. Beef Tenderloin served with fresh asparagus with hollandaise sauce and loaded mashed potato for main course. Dessert is Opera cake, a delicious coffee chocolate dessert.Treasure Tavern is the perfect place for celebrations, special outings, a romantic dinner, date night, company events, and more. « less
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Ranked #14 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Theatres
Owner description: Mad Cow Theatre is one of Orlando's most respected professional theatre companies presenting compelling works of theatre for... more » Owner description: Mad Cow Theatre is one of Orlando's most respected professional theatre companies presenting compelling works of theatre for a wide-range of audiences, with a passion for both classic and contemporary plays and musicals representing the best of American and World literature. « less
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Ranked #15 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Concerts; Theatres
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Ranked #16 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Dinner Theatres
Owner description: You are invited to step into the world of comedy, mystery and intrigue at Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows. You will mingle with... more » Owner description: You are invited to step into the world of comedy, mystery and intrigue at Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows. You will mingle with unusual characters…watch out! The action is fast and the laughter is contagious as you become the detective and solve the crime through a live interrogation! You’ll enjoy appetizers, salad, choice of delicious dinner (Cornish Hen, Cheese Lasagna with or without Meatballs or Prime Rib for an additional charge), choice of mystery dessert and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. Fantastic group rates for parties of 15 or more. Great for all ages! Shows can also travel to the location of your choice! Call for reservations « less
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Ranked #17 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Comedy Clubs; Performances
Owner description: Two teams of improvisers get the crowd fully involved in a high-energy “Whose Line is it Anyway”-style competition. The SAK... more » Owner description: Two teams of improvisers get the crowd fully involved in a high-energy “Whose Line is it Anyway”-style competition. The SAK cast makes up hilarious characters, stories and songs on the spot, based only on suggestions. Points are awarded by audience judges, with lots of audience involvement. Great date night or take the whole family! Open 5 nights a week, 3 shows on Fridays and Saturdays. Movie-theatre snacks. Check website for showtimes. « less
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Ranked #18 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Theatres
Owner description: Enter the secret liar of Elliott Hitchcock and “V.” Take your seat in the private TOP SECRETs Magic Theater. Your host and... more » Owner description: Enter the secret liar of Elliott Hitchcock and “V.” Take your seat in the private TOP SECRETs Magic Theater. Your host and emcee Elliott “Hitch” Hitchcock is an International Man of Mystery with a Monte Carlo flair.“V.” performs “A Little Night Magic” parlor magic and mentalism with Psychic Psami.Finally, The SMOKE AND MIRRORS WONDER SHOW brings original, close-up illusions. You're now a VIP! « less
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Ranked #19 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Performances
Owner description: DRIP is Orlando's hottest new show - its part rock concert, part performance art and part dive bar. DRIP combines live music... more » Owner description: DRIP is Orlando's hottest new show - its part rock concert, part performance art and part dive bar. DRIP combines live music and dancers who utilize sand, water, paint and a few surprises in an up-close setting. It's wet, sexy, adults-only fun. No one under 21 admitted. Beer and wine served. Dress down, drink up, rock out! « less
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Ranked #20 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Ballets

Orlando Ballet is fast becoming the little company that could.  With only 26 company dancers and 5 paid apprentices this marvelous company has an international flavor (with... more »

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Ranked #21 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Symphonies
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Ranked #22 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #23 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #24 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Dinner Theatres
Owner description: Disney's Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show is an all-you-care-to-eat, family-style luau featuring hula dancing and a fire-knife... more » Owner description: Disney's Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show is an all-you-care-to-eat, family-style luau featuring hula dancing and a fire-knife performer at Disney's Polynesian Resort.Situated on the Seven Seas Lagoon, the open-air covered dining theater provides a comfortable setting for authentic music and dances, with beautiful costumes, irresistable rhythms and the show-stopping fire-knife dance! The many nations of the South Pacific unite in an evening of spellbinding magic that tells the tale of a native girl returning to her people and her traditions.You'll almost believe you've been transplanted to the tropics as you and your loved ones share platters of authentic foods such as barbequed pork ribs, roast chicken, fresh pineapple, salad with mango poppy seed dressing garnished with Mandarin oranges, Polynesian-style rice and seasonal vegetables. Save room for the chocolate ""mouse"" volcano! (Parents of finicky little ones, fear not: There's a limited children's menu). Beer, wine and soft drinks are included for Guests 21 years of age or older (picture ID required). Celebrations are acknowledged in the show. « less
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Ranked #25 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Operas
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Ranked #26 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Symphonies
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Ranked #27 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Concerts
Owner description: The Social has been rated the top live music venue for a number of years by the local weekly paper, The Orlando Weekly. We... more » Owner description: The Social has been rated the top live music venue for a number of years by the local weekly paper, The Orlando Weekly. We bring international, national and local acts to the stage nightly and are home to the longest running Acid Jazz/Indy Hip-Hop weekly in the country. « less
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Ranked #28 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Dinner Theatres
Owner description: Pirate's Dinner Adventure is an interactive Pirate stunt show that puts you right in the middle of all the action. Over 100... more » Owner description: Pirate's Dinner Adventure is an interactive Pirate stunt show that puts you right in the middle of all the action. Over 100 people from the audience is used during the show every night. Voted by Orlando Sentinel readers as Orlando's BEST DINNER THEATER 2011, and runner up Best Themed Restaurant 2012. Visit us for a night of swashbuckling adventure and family fun! « less
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Ranked #29 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Dinner Theatres
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Ranked #30 of 32 Performances in Orlando
Category: Dinner Theatres
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