Today, we’re exploring the fascinating history of Disney on Broadway—a partnership that now feels like a perfect fit, but almost never happened.

In the early 1990s, Disney was just beginning its renaissance of animated musicals, while Broadway itself was struggling to reinvent and revitalize Times Square. When Disney brought Beauty and the Beast to the stage, it kicked off a theatrical partnership that would reshape Broadway for decades.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Disney first made the leap from animation to Broadway
• Why Beauty and the Beast became Disney’s first Broadway hit
• The incredible Tarzan Musical that we wished we could see
• The evolution of Disney’s stage productions over the years
• How Disney helped transform Broadway and Times Square in the 1990s

Whether you’re a theater fan, a Disney history buff, or just love a good behind-the-scenes story, this episode dives into how two entertainment worlds came together to create something magical.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

Use code LAUNCH to Save 20% on Merch 01:33

Beauty and Beast on Broadway 02:29

The New Amsterdam Theater 10:42

Why Disney Works on Broadway 14:17

Why Aren’t There More Shows? 16:20

We Missed the Tarzan Musical! 18:54

Disney Reality Shows 23:29

All the Shows Disney has Done on Broadway 28:48

Which Disney Movie Would You Turn Into a Broadway Musical? 31:54

Is Aladdin the Best Show Ever?? 36:09

How Disney Uses the Parks and Cruise Ships to Test Out Ideas 41:36

After a full year as Disney World Annual Passholders… was it actually worth it?

In the final episode of our three-part Annual Pass series, we’re breaking down the real numbers, the hidden costs, and the unexpected benefits to answer the big question: Should you buy a Disney World Annual Pass in 2026?

In this episode, we cover:

• How many times we visited this year
• What we actually spent beyond the pass itself 💰
• Whether the perks made a meaningful difference
• The emotional value of spontaneous Disney days
• Who an Annual Pass makes sense for — and who should skip it

This is our honest, real life feedback after living the passholder life.

If you’re considering an Annual Pass, but not sure if it will save you money, then this is the episode for you.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

Why We Became Annual Passholders 01:10

Pro Tips to Save Money on Your Annual Pass 06:19

New Experiences at Disney World 09:33

We Were at Disney for Almost a Month?!? 19:05

How Many Photos is Too Many? 24:08

How Long is the Average Wait Time at Disney World? 28:03

How Much Can You Actually Save with a Disney World Annual Pass? 32:00

Our Favorite Part of Being Annual Passholders 37:30

The Downside of Being a Passholders 40:39

Did We Renew Our Passes? 43:05

Are You Considering an Annual Pass? Let Us Know! 45:44

Being a Disney World Annual Passholder comes with some incredible perks — dining discounts, merchandise savings, exclusive offerings, and special in-park experiences.

But there’s another side to the story.

In Part 2 of our Annual Pass series, we’re breaking down not just the benefits — but the 5 hidden costs of being a Disney World Annual Passholder that most people don’t talk about.

In this episode, we cover:

• The biggest perks of the Disney World Annual Pass
• How discounts actually impact your overall spending
• The 5 hidden costs we encountered as passholders
• Why being a passholder can actually cost more than you expect
• How to avoid the most common pitfalls

Whether you’re a current passholder or considering becoming one, this episode will help you make a smarter decision.

🎧 Next week: We wrap up the series by sharing whether an Annual Pass is truly worth it after a full year of use.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

Disney World Annual Pass Options 01:06

Subscribe! 06:28

The Perks of Being an Annual Passholder 06:54

Could You Spend $0 in the Parks? 08:31

Dining and Merch Discounts 13:10

The Biggest Benefit to Disney Annual Passholders 19:28

Discounts on Entertainment at Disney World 22:35

A Mini Rant About Passholder Magnets 24:04

The Hidden Costs of Annual Passes People Don’t Think About 28:52

You Do Less in the Parks with an Annual Pass? 32:43

Do You Really Need That Spirit Jersey? 36:55

The Hidden Costs of Park Pass Reservations 42:33

How to Get Annual Pass Discounts Without an Annual Pass 45:42

Tune in Next Week to See What We Spent in a Year at Disney 47:23