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    New Details on Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Rivers of Light Nighttime Show

    November 20, 2015By Brian Glenn
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    New details have been revealed about Disney’s Animal Kingdom new show – Rivers of Light. Currently under construction, the show is expected to debut in Spring 2016.

    The Disney Parks Blog explains what guests can expect from the new show:

    The show will take place on Discovery River between Discovery Island and Expedition Everest – take a close look and you can you see the Tree of Life in the background. In “Rivers of Light,” a pair of mystical hosts come to the river bearing gifts of light. During the show, the hosts set out from the shore on elaborate lantern vessels for a dramatic dance of water and light to summon animal spirits. With the storytellers as your guides, the wonders of “Rivers of Light” builds to a stunning crescendo.

    In addition to the show, you’ll also notice the park’s iconic Tree of Life will undergo an amazing awakening as the animal spirits of the tree are brought to “light” by magical fireflies, revealing moments of wonder and enchantment.

    Here’s a bit of a sneak peek featuring Disney Imagineer, Joe Rohde:

    “Rivers of Light” will be an innovative experience, combining live performances, floating lanterns, water screens and swirling animal imagery.

     

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