Disney Concert & Cruise
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 05/22/2016
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On Sunday May 22, the luxury steamboat “Harbor Town Belle” will be filled with musical magic, as kids gather to perform Disney and Star Wars songs in a special showcase event. The performers are attendees of the Rochester Academy of Music & Arts-- Western New York’s largest privately-owned music school. In addition to live music, the event will feature costumed characters, photo opportunities, and a local sightseeing tour.
Two 60-minute showcases are planned, at 2pm and 5:30pm. Both are open to the public, and launch from the Port of Rochester. Tickets are $12 for adults, and $6 for children 12 and under. Attendees are welcome to wear Disney-themed costumes to the event. Interested parties can contact 585-506-9437 to purchase tickets.
Rochester, Please Be Our Guest
This is the Academy’s third annual Disney showcase. “Our first showcase was held at a restaurant, and we were looking for a way to make the event bigger and better,” explains Academy owner Brannon Hungness. The decision to hold the showcase on the Harbor Town Belle was based on Disney history. “I was reminded of Steamboat Willie, the short film that made Mickey Mouse a star. And immediately, it all came together” says Hungness.
The event aims to celebrate Rochester by highlighting the city’s best local talent & natural beauty. “We chose Disney because it is a very universal theme,” says Hungness. Although there are students of all ages and backgrounds performing at the event, from 4 years old to adults, no one had trouble selecting a song from a favorite Disney film (which now includes diverse properties such as Star Wars, Marvel, & Muppets.) “The response to last year’s cruise was so huge that we booked two shows for this year. Through these events, we have seen how much this celebration of Disney, music, & Rochester resonates with people.”
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