An exciting announcement for Marvel fans!
In February 2023, Disneyland announced the fictional musical stage show ‘Rogers: The Musical’ will actually be coming to Disney California Adventure this summer! The one-act stage show runs at the Hyperion Theater on June 30, 2023 through August 31, 2023.
What is ‘Rogers: The Musical?’
In the first episode of the Hawkeye series on Disney+, Clint Barton is seen watching a musical number of a stage show based on the life of Steve Rogers, the first Captain America. The scene is a musical depiction of the Battle of New York from the first Avengers movie, retold in typical upbeat musical theater style.
Viewers of the show saw just a glimpse of this musical number as Clint looks down at the playbill and rolls his eyes.
However, as a post-credit scene at the end of the final Season 1 episode, we got to see the entire musical number, titled “Save the City” where Steve sings one of this famous quotes, “I can do this all day!”
Ever since Hawkeye aired in December 2021, Marvel fans have been begging to see ‘Rogers: The Musical’ grace the stage in real life.
‘Rogers: The Musical’ D23 Expo Debut
Marvel fans received their wish at the 2022 D23 Expo, a Disney fan convention that takes place every other year in Anaheim, CA.
To kick off the Marvel, Star Wars, and 20th Century Studios presentation in Hall D23, a live band came forward playing the familiar opening notes of the song featured in ‘Rogers: The Musical.’
And the crowd went wild. I should know … I was there!
We got to see the entire ‘Rogers: The Musical’ number performed on stage, just as it appeared in the Hawkeye post-credits scene. I do believe it received the longest applause and loudest cheers of the entire 3 day D23 Expo.
‘Rogers: The Musical’ Coming to Disney California Adventure
Seeing the number live at D23 Expo only made Marvel fans want more of ‘Rogers: The Musical.” Many fans on social media pointed out that the Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure has been sitting empty since the 2020 pandemic closure. The Hyperion Theater just happens to sit between Avengers Campus and Hollywood Land, the perfect fit for a stage show based around a Marvel character from the 1940s.
Well, the higher ups at Disney Parks must have heard the fans’ requests, because in February 2023 it was announced that a short one-act ‘Rogers: The Musical’ would in fact be coming to the Hyperion Theater for a limited run!
What is ‘Rogers: The Musical’ About?
This fun production will recount Captain America’s origin story, starting with a young Steve Rogers and joined by Peggy Carter and Nick Fury. The story was written by Hunter Bell. The show will not only feature the original song “Save the City” from Hawkeye, and “Star Spangled Man” from the film Captain America: The First Avenger, but will feature five new original songs written by Jordan Peterson, Christopher Lennertz and Alex Karukas just for this stage production. The Disney Parks Blog also hints we may see some additional Avengers make an appearance!
When will ‘Rogers: The Musical’ Debut at Disneyland Resort?
The first day for ‘Rogers: The Musical’ at the Hyperion Theater will be June 30, 2023. The show will have a 30 minute run time and will play four times a day at 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:30 PM.
The show will perform Tuesday through Saturday, and will be dark Sundays and Mondays. The last shows will be on August 31, 2023.
How to Watch ‘Rogers: The Musical’
The show will use a Virtual Queue during its two month run. The Virtual Queue times are at 10:30am for the first two shows of the day, and 2:00pm for the remaining shows.
There will be a small amount of seats available for walk-up viewing options.
For anyone unfamiliar with how Virtual Queues work, here are some basics to follow:
Pre-Arrival Checklist
If you aren’t already using the Disneyland app, follow the below instructions BEFORE you arrive at Disney California Adventure to save time:
1. Download the Disneyland app to your mobile device. Make sure you have the most updated version of the app.
2. Link everyone in your group (via ticket or pass number) AND/OR unlink anyone who will not be riding with you.
3. Turn on push notifications for the app, if you haven’t already.
4. Make sure your mobile device is fully charged before you get to Disneyland.
If you do not have a mobile device or access to the app, please see Guest Services prior to 10:30am. They may be able to assist you.
Confirm Your Party
- Starting at 9:30am, guests can choose their party members ahead of time, which will make getting a boarding group much easier!
- Between 9:30am and 10:30am (or, between 1pm and 2pm for the second opportunity), open the Disneyland app and press the “hamburger” menu (3 horizontal lines) on the bottom right of the app.
- Tap on the “Virtual Queues” button. Select “Join Virtual Queue.”
- Tap “Disney California Adventure” at the top. You’ll now see “Rogers: The Musical” listed under Attractions.
- If you’re within the hour of a virtual queue drop, you’ll see a button that reads “Confirm Your Party.”
- On the next screen, you can select anyone who wants to experience the attraction that day and hit “confirm.” (Note – the Disneyland app will pre-select anyone who is already listed on your account and has a ticket/reservation for that day.)
Now that you’ve confirmed your party, you can come back to the app a couple minutes before the virtual queue drop and follow the instructions below:
Join a Boarding Group
- Open the Disneyland app and press the “hamburger” menu (3 horizontal lines) on the bottom right of the app.
- Tap on the “Virtual Queues” button. Select “Join Virtual Queue.”
- Tap “Disney California Adventure” at the top. You’ll now see “Rogers: The Musical” listed under Attractions.
- At 10:29am, pull down on the screen as if you are refreshing, but don’t let go yet!
- Once your phone clock turns over to 10:30am, release the screen to refresh.
- Tap the button that reads “Join.”
- Your party has already been confirmed, so no need to waste time reviewing it. Just press “Join” again as quickly as possible.
- If all goes well, you’ll be assigned a showing!
If you fail to get a showing during the 10:30am drop, you can try again during the 2pm drop.
Guests can only get a spot in the virtual queue once per day.
‘Rogers: The Musical’ Premium Viewing Experience
Want to skip the hustle of the virtual queue? You can purchase a “Rogers: The Musical’ Premium Viewing Experience package from Studio Catering Co. Truck in Hollywood Land. The package includes a “Rogers: The Musical” popcorn bucket, a bottled beverage, access to a private lounge before the show, and priority choice of seating in the theater. You’ll also get a souvenir lanyard and and access to a unique photo opportunity.
Premium seating costs $29 per person and is limited to 100 seats per show. Tickets will only be sold on the day of the show, from the Studio Catering Co. Truck starting at park opening.
Special ‘Rogers: The Musical” Limited Time Offerings
Food
Guests can enjoy some special food and snacks prepared just for “Rogers: The Musical!” Disneyland shared a list of select locations that will serve patriotic and heroically-themed food and beverages:
- Red, White & Blue Shake at Schmoozies!: Vanilla shake with wild cherry and blue raspberry slushes and whipped topping (Non-alcoholic)
- Patriotic Punch at Hollywood Lounge: Sprite and white cranberry juice with blue raspberry and cherry syrups topped with whipped cream (Non-alcoholic)
- Pastrami Pretzel Dog at Award Wieners: All-beef hot dog topped with pastrami, whole-grain mustard, provolone, sauerkraut, and thousand island dressing
- Shawarm-izza at Shawarma Palace: Italian sausage, pepperoni, mozzarella, and pepperoncini in a garlic-parmesan wrap with marinara dipping sauce
- Like an Apple Pizza Pie at Terran Treats: Cinnamon-sugar fried pizza crust topped with apple and cranberry filling, streusel, and cream cheese frosting
- Cap’n Everything Dog at Outdoor Vending Carts: Hot link wrapped in pizza dough topped with everything bagel seasoning and served with a side of mustard cheese sauce and potato chips
- Kettle Corn at Outdoor Vending Carts: Red, white, and blue caramel corn
Vending carts outside the Hyperion Theater will offer a specially themed “Rogers: The Musical” popcorn bucket that comes with red, white, and blue kettle corn!
Merch
A commemorative t-shirt, magnet, and ornament will be available to purchase near the Hyperion Theater.
PhotoPass
Two new Magic Shots will be offered in front of the Hyperion Theater, including posing with Captain America’s shield.
“Rogers: The Musical” Review
(Slight spoilers ahead)
I was lucky enough to attend a preview of the show, and it was just as incredible as I had hoped it would be!!
It’s a full Broadway style production, with singing, dancing, moving sets, spectacular lighting, and fog/smoke effects.
The 30 minute production follows the life of Steve Rogers, from his longing to be accepted into the Army to being recruited as America’s first Super Soldier, to being frozen in ice, to meeting Nick Fury 70 years later.
The show’s highlight is the big ensemble number “Save the City” as seen in Hawkeye, but all of the show’s new songs are just as delightful, from the opening number “U-S-Opening Night” to the beautiful ballad “Just One Dance” with Peggy and Steve.
Audiences will love when Nick Fury sings (!!!) catching Steve up on what he missed while he was frozen in ice. Lots of fun easter eggs on the screen in the background!
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‘Rogers: The Musical’ is a guaranteed SMASH hit for the Disneyland Resort! (That was a Hulk reference!) Before to catch this show before it ships out at the end of the summer!
