[rating=3] Every year, we are treated to the magic of Disney on Ice- where favorite Disney characters come to life but with some wonderful ice skaters playing the famous roles. This year, they have shortened the visit to Chicago with only one venue and for only one week, but the show itself is a gem. Mickey,Minnie, Donald,Daisy and of course Goofy take us on a magical journey to four destinations- featuring the exciting moments from “The Lion King”,”The Little Mermaid” and “lilo & Stitch for the first act and then after selling a ton of souvenirs and concessions, a marvelous rendition of “Peter Pan” with Peter, Wendy,Michael and John as well as Tinker Flying above the ice at The United Center.
The skaters ( all award winners) are wonderful to watch and as always the costumes are exotic and colorful with some unique sets ( remember, we are in an ice rink where Hockey is played) and for the first time, it appears that they have looked at this production as a theatrical experience with an ice show rather than an ice show with characters the kids know and love. Choreographer, Cindy Stuart has added her special touches which are far more “Broadway” that “Ice Capades” and as she describes her work, she looks at the ice from above using it as her canvass where she can paint the picture that the audience will enjoy from the main floor or the upper balcony- art is what she has created. This show is a special treat for your kids and grandkids, but guess what, even us oldsters love to see the magic of Disney. It brings back great memories and makes us feel young again.
This magical Journey is only here through September 11th at The United Center ( ONLY) with performances as follows:
Thursday and Friday, Saturday and Sunday * evenings at 7 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday performances ( DAY) will be at 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
* The SUNDAY EVENING PERFORMANCE WILL BE IN SPANISH
Tickets are priced from $13 to $24 with some special VIP’s at $40 and $50 and front row tickets $55-$70
Tickets are available at the box office located at 1901 West Madison Street, by phone at 800-745-3000 or at any Ticketmaster location or online at www.ticketmaster.com
There are some discount tickets in many of the Spanish newspapers for The Spanish performance.
Fior mor einfo on the tour ( in case you have family in other parts of the country, visit www,disneyonice.com
By the way, Feld Entertainment has added FREE PARKING ( leaves more money for souveniers and memories) for this production as well as the upcoming Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey “Greatest Show On Earth” coming November 3rd-13th at Allstate Arena ( NOT FREE PARKING) and United Center November 16th-27th 
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