Mickey Mouse and the Fairy Godmother from Cinderella at the show Mickey and the Magician

Mickey and the Magician

Mickey and the Magician – A Broadway-style show at Disneyland Paris

Mickey and the Magician is one of the more elaborate shows at Disney Adventure World, and it gets compared to a Broadway production fairly often. At the Animagique Theatre it combines music, illusions and well-known Disney characters, which is a large part of why it's become one of the resort's most popular shows. It sets classic Disney stories against modern stage technology, and the result stands out from most of the park's other productions. It also rewards a second viewing.

The central figure is Mickey Mouse, who wants to become a great magician. Over the course of the show he meets characters from various Disney films, who encourage him but also stand in his way. The sets change frequently and the effects are well handled, so it's easy to follow the story rather than the mechanics behind it.

Songs you'll recognise from Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast and Frozen are performed live and carry much of the emotional weight. That mix of music, story and staging is why the show works for longtime Disney fans and first-time visitors alike, across a wide age range.

The level of detail is worth noting too: small touches are scattered throughout that you tend to notice only on a second or third visit. The show doesn't run all year, and there are seasonal gaps, so it's worth checking the daily schedule before you plan around it.

Note: Mickey and the Magician is not shown all year round. Please check the current programme.

Mickey and the Magician - in a nutshell: Musical journey through the world of Disney films Characteristics

Waiting timeAverage waiting time 2/5
Scary factor for kidsScary factor for kids 1/5
ThrillThrill 0/5
Motion sickness riskMotion sickness risk 0/5

Rating for...

ToddlerToddler 3/5 Stars
School childrenSchool children 4/5 Stars
TeenagerTeenager 3/5 Stars
Young adultsYoung adults 5/5 Stars
AdultsAdults 5/5 Stars
Senior citizensSenior citizens 5/5 Stars
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A journey through the world of Disney stories

Mickey and the Magician takes you on a musical journey that draws you deeper into the world of the show, scene by scene. It all begins in an attic full of mysterious objects from a wide variety of worlds, a place where seemingly forgotten things suddenly come to life.

What at first seems like a simple task quickly turns into a special experience. When Mickey gives in to his curiosity and touches the forbidden artefacts, his surroundings begin to change. Little by little, new scenes take shape, and familiar characters appear to accompany him on his journey and encourage him. Each scene brings its own atmosphere, combining music, dance and elaborately staged effects into a coherent whole.

What's especially impressive is how smoothly the scenes flow together. Without any noticeable breaks, you glide from one world to the next, drawn ever deeper into what's happening on stage. The combination of live singing, precise choreography and unexpected illusions keeps transforming the stage, surprising you again and again.

At its core, the story remains deliberately clear and accessible. At the centre is a progression that unfolds step by step, keeping the show easy to follow even for younger viewers. This blend of a simple narrative structure and elaborate staging is why Mickey and the Magician works for guests of all ages and stays in the memory.

Things to know about the show *Mickey and the Magician*

  • Venue: Animagique Theatre stage
  • 5 shows a day
  • Show duration: approx. 30 minutes
  • Mickey Mouse is the star, but characters from the following Disney films also make an appearance: Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, Aladdin, Frozen
  • There are seasonal breaks, so please check the daily programme to see if the show is running.

The magician behind the show: Paul Kieve

Renowned consultant for the show Mickey and the Magician

Much of the distinctive impact of Mickey and the Magician comes from its elaborately staged illusions. The man behind them is Paul Kieve, one of the world's most renowned magic consultants for film and theatre productions.

Kieve began performing as a magician while still a teenager and quickly established himself as a sought-after expert in stage illusions. Over the course of his career, he has worked on numerous international productions, from major theatre stagings to well-known film projects. His work on Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, for which he designed the magical effects, stands out in particular.

His influence is also clearly felt in the theatre world. He won a Drama Desk Award for his work on Ghost the Musical, a rare honour for a magic consultant.

His experience and feel for visual effects play a key part in making Mickey and the Magician not just a classic stage show but an experience where illusion and reality blend seamlessly.

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