A nationwide tour featuring an orchestra and visiting vocalists has begun, featuring “The Lion King” as the main focus, as well as “Mary Poppins Returns,” “Big Hero 6,” “Enchanted,” and more!
Harmony Japan Co., Ltd. Press release: September 18, 2025 To Members of the Press A nationwide tour featuring an orchestra and visiting vocalists has begun, featuring “The Lion King,” as well as “Mary Poppins Returns,” “Big Hero 6,” “Enchanted,” and more! Disney on Classic ~Magical Night Concert 2025 Disney on Classic ~Magical Night Concert 2025~ is Japan’s largest orchestral concert tour, featuring live orchestral and vocal performances of music from Disney
animations, movies, and theme parks. This year, the 23rd anniversary of the festival, with the theme “Circle of Life ~Feel the Love~,” will feature the animated film “The Lion King”! We’ll also present heartwarming music from “Mary Poppins Returns,” “Big Hero 6,” “Enchanted,” “Brother Bear,” the live-action versions of “Beauty and the Beast,” and “Snow White.” The nationwide tour, which will span approximately three and a half months and visit 31 cities for a total of 52 performances, has finally begun on Sunday, December 28th! We’ll bring you a concert report along with stage photos.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20716/180/20716-180-82cdcbc8a011ca5ddbe546b4224ca5da-1508×1019.jpg The “Playing Love” selection, which sings of various forms of love, features four songs from the live-action film and other films. “Waiting on a Wish” from the live-action version of “Snow White” begins with a delicate melody, and the powerful performance, which evokes Snow White’s courage to take a step forward, and Kennedy McCallaster’s straightforward singing voice are deeply moving. Corey Ringner sings “Beside Me” from “Enchanted” with an exceptionally sweet and romantic delivery, and Melvin Rodriguez beautifully expresses the heartbreaking feelings of longing for a loved one with his deep voice in “A Wish I Had” from the live-action version of “Beauty and the Beast.”
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20716/180/20716-180-d7969f03b5b4e543f68254a7daa31be3-1508×1019.jpg Melvin Rodriguez And finally, “Great Spirit” from “Brother Bear.” Set against the backdrop of majestic nature, Tiana Marie Williams powerfully sings a song that depicts the wonder and preciousness of life, and the overlapping chorus and orchestration add even more depth to the song.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20716/180/20716-180-c215fe80e180a3594be6e24159e9b4c0-1508×1019.jpg The first part concludes with three songs from “Big Hero 6.” Not only are the songs highly challenging, but the unique blend of electronic sounds and the orchestra is a must-listen.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20716/180/20716-180-f2f3f2d19827ae6b3c8b4cd577b198d4-1508×1019.jpg Conductor: Richard Carthy Japanese version ending song “Story (English The performance of “The Great Passage” (2017) is accompanied by rare footage created by Walt Disney Animation Studios exclusively for this performance. Emma Bassey’s singing voice, which is both comforting and encouraging, will leave you feeling overwhelmed.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20716/180/20716-180-4515738f76cf19781c5aea224d6e3793-1508×1019.jpg The second part of the concert will feature 20 songs from the animated film “The Lion King.” The concert begins with “Circle of Life,” which transports you to the magnificent expanse of Africa. Austin Rivers’ powerful lead is accompanied by the chorus of all the vocalists and the orchestra, bringing the moving story to a close.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20716/180/20716-180-a9db5971b6d2b9fe59d212e3acaca606-1508×1019.jpg Starting with an unsettling sound, “The Wildebeest Stampede” synchronizes the images on the screen with the dynamic performance of the Australian orchestra, creating a breathtakingly powerful performance. In “Hakuna Matata,” a signature song from “The Lion King,” Corey Ringner plays the playful Timon and Melvin Rodriguez plays his kindhearted sidekick, Pumbaa. The song’s message of “let go of your worries and live happily” comforts Simba. Austin Rivers sings the grown-up Simba. There will also be a reprise performance that brings the entire venue together, a Disney on Classic tradition!
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20716/180/20716-180-864281adbf9b8901ef96eddb9d85a215-1508×1019.jpg In addition, there will be a special performance of “Endless Night” from the Broadway musical. The song depicts Simba confiding his troubles to his late father and, after struggling, resolving to stand up. Then, grown-up Simba and Nala reunite and confirm their feelings for each other in “Can You Feel the Love Tonight?” Austin and Tiana sing this breathtakingly romantic rendition of the song. This classic, with music by Elton John and lyrics by Tim Rice, won both the Academy Award(R) for Best Original Song and the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song. Experience the “harmony of love” woven by the two voices at the venue.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20716/180/20716-180-8468a8d8e2f74d56dee7ab466b2d44ec-1508×1019.jpg A collection of classic songs woven together with magnificent orchestrations and moving vocals. The world of The Lion King fills the stage as Simba’s growth, the bond between parent and child, his encounters with friends, and a story of love all come together. Special programs too! During the nationwide tour, which will visit 31 cities over approximately three and a half months, there will also be variations on the program, such as the Mysterious & Dark Special (limited to 10 performances), which will focus part of the program on Disney villains, and the Christmas Special (limited to 6
performances), which will feature Christmas songs.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20716/180/20716-180-9cf031ebfdbda46caa467b3af0d72a6d-1080×1080.jpg For more information, please visit the official website. Official site▶︎ https://www.harmonyjapan.com/doc2025/ Program playlist now available! The official playlist featuring original and related songs from this year’s concert is now available!
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6GbkggZywRZuimg3TENbQh?si=QJ9hn2krRkGgI4YCT_0vag *Special programs are scheduled to be added in late September and early December. Concert merchandise is also available for purchase at the venue and online! ▼Click here for web sales
https://www.harmonyjapan.com/doc2025/goods/
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20716/180/20716-180-8ca31354d2085be7444d9c1c0c27591b-1683×1683.jpg Name: Disney on Classic ~Magical Night Concert 2025 Theme: Circle of Life ~Feel the Love Dates: Saturday, September 13, 2025 – Sunday, December 28, 2025 52 performances in 31 cities nationwide Official website: https://www.harmonyjapan.com/doc2025/ Organizer: Disney Concerts Special Sponsor: JCB Co., Ltd. Sponsor: Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. Sponsor: Universal Music LLC/U.S. Embassy In cooperation with: Monthly Disney Fan Produced by: Harmony JAPAN Performance duration: Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes (including intermission) *Children under elementary school age are not permitted to enter. *Performers and program may change without notice. No refunds will be given in the event of such changes. *Refunds will not be given except in cases deemed unavoidable by the organizers, such as cancellation of the performance. Check our official SNS for the latest information! ■Disney on Classic Official X: @onClassicDisney ■Harmony Japan Official Instagram: @harmony_japan Inquiries regarding the performance Harmony Japan / Disney on CLASSIC Performance Office
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