REVIEW: Disney On Ice, Utilita Arena Sheffield
AS AN avid Disney fan, I was excited to take my children to see one of the 11 live shows of Disney On Ice and all its magic and sparkle at Utilita Arena Sheffield.
The arena boasted hundreds of smiley faces and flashy torches.
A mixed demographic was scattered around the arena – from solo audience members, couples, to small/large families and friendship groups.
From nine to 99 years of age, there was something magical for everyone.
Families had travelled locally from in and around South Yorkshire to further afield to Derbyshire, Nottingham and Leeds.
An older audience was delighted to see recognisable nostalgic Disney characters intermingled with newer Disney characters.
Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Goofy and Donald Duck hosted.
They introduced the audience to different Disney characters with multiple popular segments from their films – Mirabel from Encanto, the eponymous Moana and sidekick Maui, Frozen’s Elsa, Anna and loveable snowman Olaf, Ariel, Prince Eric and her ocean sidekicks, Belle from Beauty and the Beast, cheeky alien Stitch and finally Tangled’s Rapunzel.
The energetic ice-skating choreography and stunts were impressive, the iconic music catchy and costumes were stunning and all part of a shared family experience, capturing memories. I loved how the characters were so personable and interactive waving at their young audience, further aiding to the Disney magic.
Speaking to the Advertiser one Rotherham based family said: “We’ve booked this last minute for our six-year-old daughter.
“She’s having the best time.”
It was lovely to see the youngster in her sparkly flashing outfit singing energetically along to her favourite Disney songs.
Further magic was created with extravagant pyrotechnics during the Frozen and Beauty and the Beast segments along with vibrant sets and costumes.
The running time was approximately 90 minutes with a 15-20 minute intermission.
In block 107 where my children and I were, similar families that required inclusive accessible access sat very happily.
The arena staff were on hand to facilitate any requirements my family and I needed with being a SEN (Special Educational Needs) parent.
A truly enjoyable and magical evening.
Future Disney events ‘Into The Magic’ will be touring at multiple arenas up and down the country in March 2026.
Visit www.disneyonice.com.