I think it has been increased. For the second SYWTBAI project, I had 15 pictures and 4 videos and had no problems posting that!
Maybe it changed back with the update? Or the website hates me specifically lol. It wouldn't let me when I tried.
I vote whichever land connects to the Enchanted Forest so the map can flow smoothly there!
Dark woods it is!
Team Younger Proudly Presents:
-Intro-
Pinocchio is, if I'm not mistaken, the only Walt Disney animated movie to have a perfect 100 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It's is a bonafide classic through and through. Yet, there is next to no representation for Pinocchio in the Florida parks. Well, all I that is about to change with...
Pinocchio: A Fanciful Musical!
Taking the place of the Beauty and the Beast stage show in Hollywood Studios, this will be a lavish, Broadway style retelling of the classic tale of the brave little puppet dreaming of becoming a real boy.
The show will be roughly an hour long, so very little will need to be cut from the original. Small changes will be made to create a better flow as a stage show (ex. Having nearly the entirety of Pleasure Island be one extended song), but the story stays mostly the same.
-Theater Remodel-
The Theater of the Stars will be renovated in order to house the new show! Not only will the stage be expanded to allow for bigger and better sets, but the theater will be enclosed! The enclosure of the theater allows for more exciting lighting and special effects as well as air conditioning for the hot Florida Summers. The curtains on each side are specifically for projection mapping (a new addition to the theater!). The stage space is expanded toward the front. New air conditioning system installed. New walkway space below stage to allow for additional performers or puppets. The stage mostly takes a Stromboli's theater motif, but with some modifications in lighting, can be themed to Pleasure Island and the inside of Monstro.
-Art Design-
The art design of this musical has been designed to both look familiar as a Disney product, while also differentiating and updating to fit the look of modern stage musicals. Though the sets are mostly cut-outs, they have been designed to have great depth and look far larger than they actually are. All of the props, puppets, and sets will have a rustic, almost folk art-y look, similar to some of the visuals evoked in the films of Wes Anderson. In terms of costume design, the human characters look very similar to how they do in the animated feature. Gepetto is very recognizably Gepetto, just as Stromboli is very recognizably Stromboli. The non-human characters, however, have been altered slightly. Both Honest John, and Gideon have been designed to have almost a Wes Anderson look. Their designs are not dissimilar to the characters in Anderson's film "Fantastic Mr. Fox." Jiminy Cricket will have a naturally similar look.
Pinocchio, for the bulk of the show, will be represented by a puppet, similarly to Olaf in the Frozen musical, or the main characters of the Finding Nemo musical currently playing in Animal Kingdom. The puppet will be operated live on stage by the actual actor, dressed in black. Pinocchio will look very close to how he looks in the animated feature. At the end of the show, when Pinocchio becomes a real boy, the actor will physically portray the character as well.
-Scene Example-
Below is a sample of the script for the show. This scene would be the prologue/opening of the show.
PROLOGUE
(House lights dim. In the darkness, we hear chimes tinkle in the distance, as if sending magic before us. The chimes swell into a full orchestrated overture, leading into a VOICE singing in the dark…)
VOICE.
WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR
MAKES NO DIFFERENCE WHO YOU ARE
ANYTHING YOUR HEART DESIRES
WILL COME TO YOU.
IF YOUR HEART IS IN YOUR DREAM
NO REQUEST IS TOO EXTREME
WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR
AS DREAMERS DO.
FATE IS KIND,
SHE BRINGS TO THOSE WHO LOVE
THE SWEET FULFILLMENT OF
THEIR SECRET LONGING.
(A spotlight picks up the voice’s origin—JIMINY CRICKET, our narrator. He is dressed smartly in a top hat and tuxedo, and carries an umbrella in his hand.)
JIMINY (cont’d).
LIKE A BOLT OUT OF THE BLUE
FATE STEPS IN AND SEES YOU THROUGH
WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR
YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE.
Pretty, huh? I'll bet a lot of you folks don't believe that. About a wish coming true, do you? Well, I didn't, either. Of course, I'm just a cricket singing my way from hearth to hearth, but let me tell you what made me change my mind.
(The curtain opens on…
SCENE 1: GEPPETTO’S WORKSHOP
A large set piece made to look like an old homestead, filled to the brim with clocks, toys and other wooden works of art sits center stage, behind a large projection screen, depicting an Italian town at night. Prominently displayed on a bench is an unfinished marionette, made to look like a little boy.)
JIMINY (cont’d). One night a long time ago, my travels took me to a quaint little village. It was a beautiful night. The stars were shining like diamonds high above the roofs of that sleepy old town. As I wandered along the crooked streets, there wasn't a soul to be seen. The only sign of life was a lighted window in the shop of a woodcarver named Geppetto. So, I hopped over, and looked in. It was a shame to see a nice, cheerful fire goin' to waste. So what do I do? I go in. (JIMINY enters the homestead, and crouches carefully behind a bench.) I looked around. Of course, being in a strange place like that, I didn't know what to expect. A cricket can't be too careful, you know. As soon as I saw there was no one about, I made myself at home. (JIMINY tiptoes over towards a stove, making heat.) As I stood there warming my (he notices that his rear end is closest to the stove. He stops, choosing his words carefully) ... myself, I took a look around. Well, sir, you never saw such a place... the most fantastic clocks you ever laid your eyes on, and all carved out of wood. And cute, little music boxes... each one a work of art. And shelf after shelf of toys and...and then something else caught my eye...a puppet. You know... one of those marionette things. All strings and joints. Cute little fella.
(GEPPETTO himself enters with new paints, and sets to work completing the marionette.)
GEPPETTO.
Oh, it won’t take too much longer. Just a little more paint, and you’ll be all finished. I think you’ll be quite alright… (he paints a smile on the marionette.) A warm, welcoming smile. That makes a big difference. Very good. Now, I have just the name for you…Pinocchio! Do you like it? (He moves the strings; the puppet’s head nods ‘yes’.) That settles it! Pinocchio, it is! Come on, now! We'll try you out. Music, Professor!
(GEPPETTO winds up one of his music boxes; and prances the marionette around, singing as he goes.)
LITTLE WOODEN HEAD, GO PLAY YOUR PART.
BRING A LITTLE JOY TO EVERY HEART.
LITTLE DO YOU KNOW, AND YET IT’S TRUE,
THAT I’M MIGHTY PROUD OF YOU.
LITTLE WOODEN FEET, AND BEST OF ALL,
LITTLE WOODEN SEAT, IN CASE YOU FALL
(GEPPETTO deliberately trips the puppet, causing it to fall on its rear.)
Oh, how graceful!
MY LITTLE WOODEN HEAD.
HAPPY LITTLE CHAP WITH A FEATHER IN YOUR CAP,
THOUGH I MADE YOU OF WOOD, YOU NEVER GIVE A RAP.
ALWAYS DOING GOOD, LIKE A LITTLE PUPPET SHOULD,
CHASING EACH GLOOMY DAY AWAY…
LITTLE WOODEN HEAD WITH EYES THAT SHINE
LITTLE WOODEN HEAD THAT’S MADE OF PINE.
IN A WEARY WORLD, YOU DO YOUR SHARE
SPREADING LAUGHTER EVERYWHERE.
LITTLE WOODEN FEET, AND BEST OF ALL,
LITTLE WOODEN SEAT, IN CASE YOU FALL,
NEVER LET A SINGLE TEAR BE SHED,
MY LITTLE WOODEN HEAD.
NEVER LET A SINGLE TEAR BE SHED,
MY LITTLE WOODEN...
(All of a sudden, every clock in the workshop chimes in a massive cacophony.)
Oh goodness, I had no idea it was that late! Come now—we go to bed. (He places the marionette back onto the workbench.) Good night, Pinocchio. (As he settles into bed, he notices something outside the window.) Oh! A wishing star!
Star light, star bright, first star I see tonight. I wish I may, I wish I might, have the wish I make tonight. I wish that my little Pinocchio might be a real boy! Wouldn't that be nice? Just think - a real boy.
JIMINY. (himself settling in nearby the stove; to us) Do you hear that? A real boy. A very lovely thought—but not at all practical.
-Original Song-
Team Younger has written (parts of) an original song to be added into the musical! It is called "Welcome to Pleasure Island" and the choruses are sung by the Coachman while the verses are sung by the kids on Pleasure Island. The Coachman sings like a sleazy night club owner prasing his own establishment while the kids do large choreographed dance numbers. Midway through, there will be a short scene where kids start turning into donkeys before the song resumes in a much more sinister style.
Gm
Welcome, welcome, welcome
Gm_____Bb___D7To Pleasure Island
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You can live out your dreams
D_______Cm___Eb
On Pleasure Island
Gm
So much to do, so much to see
Gm_____Bb____D7
On Pleasure Island
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But nothing is really as it seems
D______Cm____Eb
On Pleasure Island
Here is the instrumental music for the choruses:
-Chorus 1
Welcome welcome welcome to Pleasure Island!
You can live out your dreams on Pleasure Island!
So much to do so much to see on Pleasure Island!
But nothing is really as it seems on Pleasure Island!
Pleasure Island!
La da da daa
da da daa da
La da da daa
*Verse 1*
-Chorus 2
Welcome welcome welcome to Pleasure Island!
we've got fun and games on Pleasure Island!
There are no rules, no saying no on Pleasure Island!
And you leave you won't be the same after Pleasure Island!
Pleasure Island!
La da da daa
da da daa da
La da da daa
*Verse 2*
*Scene where donkey transformation starts*
*Verse 3*
-Chorus 3
Welcome welcome welcome to Pleasure Island!
you have all brought me wealth on Pleasure Island!
now get in the cage it's time to leave Pleasure Island!
you've made a donkey of yourself on pleasure Island
Pleasure Island!
Pleasure Island!
Pleasure Island!
Pleasure Island!
*laughter* the pleasure's all mine(During an instrumental break, JIMINY approaches PINOCCHIO and LAMPWICK.)
JIMINY. There you are! So, this is where I find you! How do you ever expect to be a real boy? Look at yourself! Come on, we’re going home right this minute!
LAMPWICK. Say, who’s the beetle?
PINOCCHIO. He's my conscience. He tells me what's right from wrong.
LAMPWICK. What?! You mean to tell me you oughtta take orders from a grasshopper?
JIMINY. Grasshopper? Look here, you...you impudent young pup! It wouldn't hurt you to take orders from your grasshopper...um...uh...your conscience, if you have one.
PINOCCHIO. Oh, please don't shout at him, Jiminy. He's my best friend.
JIMINY. (Hurt) …Your best friend? And what am I? Just your conscience. (angered) OK! That settles it!
PINOCCHIO. But, Jiminy...
JIMINY. You buttered your bread, now sleep in it! Go on, laugh! Make a jackass outta yourself! I'm through! This is the end!
(He storms off.)
LAMPWICK. Heh! To hear that beetle talk, you'd think something was going to happen to us. (LAMPWICK suddenly sprouts donkey ears.) Conscience. Ah, phooey! (strikes a ball and grows a donkey tail, as a shocked PINOCCHIO then throws away his cigar) Where does he get that stuff? "How do you ever expect to be a real boy?" (His head turns into that of a donkey’s) What's he think I look like? A jackass?
PINOCCHIO. Sure do!Here is the lyrics of the choruses sung out:
(Sorry for my rough singing voice lol)
-Conclusion-
Overall, this lavish stage show will be the type of attraction a great movie like Pinocchio deserves and a truly incredible experience. Be sure to catch one of its 3 (4 during peak seasons) daily performances soon at Hollywood Studios!
Thank you for reading and for you consideration.
Woop Woop! Looks great Pi!
Thanks! This has really been so much fun to do!
This is the third version of a Winnie the Pooh version of Splash Mountain that I’ve seen.
Yeah, it's not my most innovative ideas, but it worked for how I had my park set up. Almost did Bambi Splash Mountain. But it just didn't jump out the way Pooh did.
