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Disneyland has recently unveiled new images of the upcoming Fantasmic show, which is set to return on May 24th. One notable change is that the Maleficent Dragon will not reappear as a fire-breathing dragon; instead, it will be portrayed in human form. Additionally, Maleficent will rise to 35 feet in the air during the show.

The show will return to the River of America in Disneyland Park.

Disney has said the following and shared photos from a recent nightly rehearsal. 

“Fantasmic!” will return with refreshed moments in the iconic show that features live performances, special effects and innovative technology to take Guests on a journey through Mickey Mouse’s imagination, filled with fantastic events and images as seen in some of our most beloved Disney classic films such as “Sleeping Beauty,” “Peter Pan” and “Tangled.”

The popular production will introduce a new climactic battle sequence between Sorcerer Mickey and Maleficent, brought to life with updated special effects, plus the return of the thrilling shipboard confrontation between Peter Pan and Captain Hook from “Peter Pan.”

Guests can view “Fantasmic!” in select standby viewing areas along Rivers of America and may begin queuing no earlier than two hours before showtime.