Mickey gives new twist to Chinese New Year during the ‘Year of the Mouse Celebration’ at Hong Kong Disneyland
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Mickey gives new twist to Chinese New Year during the ‘Year of the Mouse Celebration’ at Hong Kong Disneyland
(January 8, 2008) With Chinese New Year
just around the corner, Mickey Mouse and the gang will usher in the momentous
Year of the Mouse, and help Hong Kong residents celebrate with all-new
extraordinary Chinese New Year experiences.
From January 22, 2008 to February 24, 2008, Hong Kong Disneyland invites guests
to join the spectacular celebrations in honor of the Year of the Mouse. With a
special Disney twist on traditional Chinese New Year celebrations, guests will
experience never-before-seen innovative and festive activities.
“The Year of the Mouse is a very special year for Mickey. The Walt Disney
Company has planned an exciting series of activities to celebrate, and with Hong
Kong Disneyland at the heart of the fete, Mickey and his friends will help
families, friends and their loved ones enjoy this festive occasion together.
Hong Kong Disneyland will be the best place to create magical memories during
the 'Year of the Mouse Celebration’,” said Mr. Bill Ernest, Executive Vice
President and Managing Director, Hong Kong Disneyland.
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Here are some of the extraordinary
Year of the Mouse festivities that guests can enjoy at Hong Kong Disneyland
during Chinese New Year:
Mickey Rockin’ the Mouse Castle Show Mickey Mouse takes center stage in this
energetic musical spectacular filled with pop music, Disney characters, groovy
dancers and electrifying pyrotechnics. Get ready to dance and scream to an array
of magnificent Asian hits, including the latest Disney themed Chinese New Year
title by Twins. Taking place each day in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, this
is a must see explosive celebration.
Salute to Mickey Statues
Mickey Mouse’s celebrity friends Jacky Cheung, Twins – Charlene and Gillian,
Eric Kot, Jan Lamb, Justin, DJ Sammy, Fahrenheit and internationally renowned
fashion designer, Vivienne Tam, are flexing their artistic skills to create
eight life-size Mickey statues to bring about good fortune. Each creative
art-piece centers around the Year of the Mouse Celebration and represents a
certain aspect of luck for Chinese New Year. The statues will not only make the
perfect backdrop to create and capture those special family memories at Hong
Kong Disneyland, they will also help bring good luck to guests throughout the
year!
Rhythm of Life Procession
With an all-new spin on traditional Chinese New Year festivities, unique puppets
of Birds, Flowers and Fish come together in a sensational performance
symbolizing the rhythm of life. Filled with vibrant music and lively dancers,
guests will experience living art, as different golden globes representing good
wishes converge on Mainstreet U.S.A.
Mickey’s House
Mickey has been sprucing up his home in preparation for the Year of the Mouse!
Guests will be immersed in Mickey’s world and will get a glimpse of vibrant
items throughout his home, including keepsakes, fashion and foods.
Adventures in Fashion
Renowned fashion designer Vivienne Tam has teamed up with Mickey Mouse and
Minnie Mouse and created all-new China Chic costumes for their fashion show
debut. Guests should be ready to snap some fun photos as the characters strike
their glitzy poses.
Delectable Bites and Dazzling Merchandise
This Chinese New Year, palates of all ages will be treated to 80 delectable food
choices at the Park and the two Disney themed hotels. Plus, there will be over
70 specially designed Year of the Mouse merchandise items to make the perfect
keepsake or New Year’s gift.
Special Day Tickets
February 7 to 13, 2008 have been designated as Special Days; guests who plan to
visit the Park during this period must possess or purchase date-specific
tickets.
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-- Posted January 8, 2008)
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