Disney has shared a whole lot more about the 2027 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, and there’s plenty for Broadway fans to look forward to! Along with the full lineup for the Disney on Broadway Concert Series, we’re getting a brand-new exhibit at CommuniCore Hall, special merchandise inspired by Disney’s Broadway productions, and details on when guests can book concert dining packages.
The festival runs from January 15 through March 1, 2027, and this year marks the 10th anniversary of the Disney on Broadway Concert Series. Six performer pairings are scheduled to take the stage, including six artists making their Festival of the Arts debut. Guests can catch three performances each evening at the America Gardens Theatre, with showtimes at 5:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 7:45 p.m.
Let’s start with the concert lineup, then take a look at the other new experiences Disney has planned for this year’s festival.
2027 Disney on Broadway Concert Series Schedule
Here’s the complete schedule so you can plan your EPCOT visit around your favorite performers:
- January 15, 17, 18, 21, 22, 25, and 26: Michael James Scott and Marisha Wallace
- January 16, 19, 20, 23, 24, 27, and 28: Ashley Brown and Josh Strickland
- January 29, 31, February 1, 4, 5, 8, and 9: Adam Pascal and Sherie Rene Scott
- January 30, February 2, 3, 6, 7, 10, and 11: Sierra Boggess and Norm Lewis
- February 12, 14, 15, 18, 19, 22, and 25: Kara Lindsay and Mason Reeves
- February 13, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 24, and 26: Caissie Levy and Ryan McCartan
- February 27, 28, and March 1: Special Finale Concert, Seize the Day! A Newsies Celebration
The six performers making their festival debuts are Marisha Wallace, Adam Pascal, Sherie Rene Scott, Norm Lewis, Mason Reeves, and Ryan McCartan.
Meet the 2027 Performers
Michael James Scott, Broadway’s longest-running Genie in Aladdin, will perform alongside Olivier Award nominee Marisha Wallace. The two previously shared the stage in Aladdin and will bring songs from Disney’s Broadway catalog to EPCOT.
Ashley Brown and Josh Strickland are returning to celebrate the 20th anniversaries of Mary Poppins and Tarzan. Brown originated the role of Mary Poppins on Broadway, while Strickland was the original Broadway Tarzan.
Tony Award nominees Adam Pascal and Sherie Rene Scott will make their festival debuts together. Both are known for their work in Rent and Aida, and their performances will include selections from Disney’s Broadway productions.
Sierra Boggess and Norm Lewis will reunite for another pairing. Fans may recognize them from The Little Mermaid and The Phantom of the Opera, with Lewis making his first appearance at the festival.
Kara Lindsay, Broadway’s original Katherine in Newsies, will share the stage with Mason Reeves, who originated the role of Kristoff in the North American tour of Frozen.
Rounding out the regular lineup are Caissie Levy, Broadway’s original Elsa in Frozen, and Ryan McCartan, who originated Prince Hans in the North American tour of the same production.
Disney is also planning a special Newsies-themed finale for the festival’s final three days. Additional details about those performances will be announced later.
Disney on Broadway Dining Packages Return
Guests who want guaranteed seating for a concert can book a Disney on Broadway Concert Series Dining Package beginning December 3, 2026.
These packages include a meal at a participating EPCOT restaurant and guaranteed seating for one concert performance on the same day.
New Disney on Broadway Exhibit Coming to CommuniCore Hall
The concerts aren’t the only Broadway-inspired experience coming to EPCOT.
Disney is introducing Once Upon A Stage: The Music of Disney on Broadway, a new exhibit inside CommuniCore Hall that takes guests behind the scenes of Disney’s theatrical productions.
The exhibit will explore how Disney stories make their way to the Broadway stage, featuring productions such as The Lion King, Aladdin, and Beauty and the Beast. Disney’s concept art offers a look at an immersive experience celebrating the music and creativity behind these shows.
New Disney on Broadway Merchandise
Broadway fans will also have some new shopping opportunities at CommuniCore Hall.
Disney has shared a preview of merchandise inspired by its theatrical productions, including a Lion King pullover featuring the show’s iconic lion logo, a sparkling Hercules Loungefly mini backpack, and a Beauty and the Beast-inspired tote bag with the phrase “My Weekend Is Booked.”
There’s also a Genie vinyl figure inspired by Aladdin, along with additional collectibles and accessories celebrating Disney’s Broadway productions.
With the concert series celebrating its 10th anniversary, a new exhibit, and themed merchandise joining the festival, Broadway fans will have plenty to explore at EPCOT this winter.
The 2027 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts takes place January 15 through March 1, 2027, and is presented by the Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game.
