Tarzan: The Encounter

Tarzan: The Encounter was a musical show based on the film Tarzan that took place in the "The Chaparral Theater" at Disneyland Paris.

The entire stage has been transformed into a wild, exciting jungle, full of hidden secrets and fun effects. Swinging vines appear from nowhere, leaves rustle on cue, Jane's tent pops up from nothing and swirling smoke fills this mysterious unexplored landscape. The large, talented cast, intricate set and pounding musical score make sure you're totally immersed in the magic of the legend.

The Hairless Wonder
The sound of beating drums fills the grand amphitheatre. "Two Worlds, One Family" blares out in countless languages as the leaves begin to rustle and creates tiptoe all around. You're in a different world now, a paradise untouched by man. As the drums surround you and the rhythm takes hold of you, a tribe of gorillas burst onto the stage and begin their ritual dance. Have no fear - they live in peace. Until... The wails of a human baby break the jungle rhythm and send this peaceful world spiralling into disarray. Trusting her heart, Kala climbs up into the branches of the tree and recovers the child. With a peaceful lullaby and a unbreakable bond, Kala brings young Tarzan into their world and into their hearts.

Taking a leap forward in time, the young gorillas of the tribe invite Tarzan into their vine-swinging acrobatic antics. With swooping dives and death-defying falls, Tarzan isn't quite ready to join in their fun. Whilst the others show off their talents with precision jumps and catches from the springy jungle floor, Tarzan must work hard for the faith and understanding to become a true Son of Man. Finally, with a roar of confidence, Tarzan bursts out from behind the vines and cries out his native call, before grabbing hold of a vine and swooping right over the others, landing perfectly in front of the captivated audience.

Strangers Like Him
The next act begins with a band of ape-like workmen carrying an assortment of New World inventions on stage - from a bird cage to a gramophone and countless cases, this tourist - Jane Porter - has most definitely come prepared for anything.

Jane emerges from her tent to find a cheeky monkey playing with her luggage. After attempting to capture this curious creature in a drawing, he grabs her book and makes a run for it! With a quick tease, Jane manages to snatch it back, and the upset ape runs to Tarzan for help. After surveying the area and watching Jane explore, Tarzan swoops down and introduces himself to the mysterious stranger. But soon he realises she isn't so much of a stranger as he first thought, and he whisks Jane off for an exciting treetop tour of his magical home. As they swirl high into the air and glide gracefully over the audience, a bond like no other forms between these two strangers who aren't that different at all.

As Tarzan carries Jane off to explore more of the jungle, Terk bounds onto the stage and sets about "Trashin' the Camp" with all of his gorilla friends. What starts as a tap-tap-tapping soon turns into a full-scale gorilla symphony, with every item from Jane's mysterious world becoming a part of the jungle rhythm. Soon, the whole audience is invited to get involved, as Terk bounces from one side to the other, whipping up a frenzy of clapping and shouting between the two teams. As a grand finale to this unconventional musical number, Terk invites all the children in the audience to join in the noise by bashing and clashing a selection of a pots, pans and utensils to create a deafening crescendo!

Two Worlds as One
Returning from their tour of the wonders of the jungle world, Tarzan and Jane meet the group of gorillas in a tense introduction. However, after an authentic jungle call and an acrobatic spin, Jane is part of the family. As the gorillas and monkeys dart about the stage, swinging from the vines and spinning through the air to celebrate their new family member, Tarzan climbs to the top of the rock face with Jane to send out his final call to the world. And, in a final fearless stunt, Tarzan and Jane swoop down across the stage to somersault in the air and land triumphant centre stage, two worlds joined together as one.