Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress

The Carousel of Progress, Walt's favorite attraction, is Disney itself. This popular, and historically significant, attraction takes guests through time to see the progress of the American family. This attractions themes on the family and progress was Walt's vision, later put in his EPCOT form. The longest queue wait may be about 8 minutes, as the theaters rotate to your load. During that time, there's an entertaining video hosted by - you've got it - Walt Disney himself! As we enter to hear the catchy theme song, and find a seat, we hear about the history of the attraction. It was Walt's own idea from beginning to end and premiered in the 1964's NY World's Fair. Since then, it's been the most seen stage show in the history of American theater. Walt himself said that the Carousel is the only attraction he wanted to ALWAYS stay in his theme parks, as it clearly displayed his outlook on life and progress! As for the show, we are introduced to John, the Carousel father, around the turn of the century.

We give out a few laughs at how hard life was for the family compared to today's standards. On to the 20s and late 40s - to see a whole slew of Audio-Animatronics (the same family) and their "animated" gizmos that have taken them to the future's innovations (the final scene). The musical score is the best I've heard in the Carousel Theater - starting with Valentine's Day theme to the 4th of July, on to Halloween, and Christmas. And, of course, the Sherman/Sherman theme "Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow" (Walt's Favorite) is now back at the theater. Adults can relate to the family - and a few jokes are specifically in for a few chuckles. It's "kid friendly" also - all the kids I know love the theme song and watching the family progress. All in all, this is a "must-do" Disney attraction. Seeing it on your trip will make your Disney experience fully complete!