Stage the most exciting underwater adventure!
Underneath the Atlantic Sea lies Atlantica, led by Triton and inhabited by all sorts of marine creatures. Princess Ariel, Triton’s daughter, feels immense curiosity for the human world and spends a lot of time collecting items from above and hearing stories from other animals. She keeps these human artifacts in her grotto where she dreams of a life above the surface.
One night, accompanied by her best friend Flounder and Sebastian, the king’s advisor crab, she observes Prince Eric celebrating his birthday on a ship and falls in love with him immediately. However, a storm wrecks the ship and Ariel rushes to save Eric’s life and get him to safety. She takes him to the shore and softly sings for him, but leaves right before he wakes up.
Once Triton finds out about her daughter’s whereabouts and storms off and confronts her, reminding contact between humans and marine creatures is forbidden. He then destroys the collection of human items she’s been keeping in her grotto in an attempt to protect her. Heartbroken, Ariel finds her way to Ursula, the sea witch, who strikes a deal with her: in exchange for her voice, she will grant her legs for three days to get to know Prince Eric and make him fall in love with her, but if she fails to receive a true love kiss during that time, then she will turn back into a mermaid and belong to Ursula. Ariel accepts the deal and Ursula takes her voice and places it inside a nautilus shell.
Ariel wakes up on the shore with human legs and is taken to the castle by Eric after he finds her stranded on the beach. They spend time together but their attempts to kiss are frustrated by Ursula’s eels, Flotsam, and Jetsam. Seeing that Ariel comes close to succeeding, she transforms into a human named Vanessa and uses Ariel’s stolen voice to lure the Prince and enchant him to make him forget about Ariel.
The morning of the third day, Ariel wakes up to the news that Prince Eric will be marrying Vanessa, and is completely heartbroken until she finds Vanessa’s true identity. Ariel tries to save Eric by interrupting their wedding with the help of her friends. Amid the fight, the nautilus shell is broken and Ariel recovers her voice and Eric also breaks free from the enchantment. Realizing Ariel is the one that saved him he rushes to kiss her but it’s too late and Ursula’s spell becomes a reality.
In the meantime, Sebastian has alerted Triton about Ariel’s deal and confronts Ursula. Understanding that the pact is unbreakable, he offers himself to take Ariel’s place and is transformed into a polyp. Ursula takes Triton’s trident and becomes Queen of the Seven Seas. Ariel and Eric attempt to stop her but she uses her power to grow in size and create a huge storm. Ariel intervenes but is unable to stop Ursula. Eric takes commandment of one of the ships and impales Ursula.
After Ursula’s death, the polyps reverse to their original form and Triton recovers his trident. Recognizing his daughter’s feelings for Eric, he gives her legs and accepts her relationship with the prince. Having found their one true love, Ariel and Eric get married while all their loved ones, from above and below the sea, watch as they sail away.
Atlantica
Stage your Little Mermaid production with the beautiful Undersea Castle backdrop. This dashing panel showcases a striking golden castle that glistens amid an underwater world brimming with life. In the foreground, colorful corals mingle with fish and sea creatures. In the background are mighty rock formations that seem to stand guard, protecting the golden castle.
Use this rentable backdrop to showcase life under the sea for Ariel, Flounder, Sebastian, and her family.
The Beach
Share your incredible vision of the classic fairytale with the imaginative Mermaid Beach Castle backdrop. This hand-painted panel depicts a cove with blue waters, a shell-strewn shore, and a verdant cliff. The real star of the backdrop is the beautiful castle in the background, complete with big doors and sky-high towers, adorned with colorful flags and roofs.
This backdrop, available for rent, is the perfect fit to recreate the moments when Ariel saves Prince Eric and takes him to safety.
Ariel’s Grotto
Immerse your audience on the bottom of the sea with Ariel’s Grotto backdrop. It features a cave filled with various human artifacts collected by the beautiful mermaid princess: vases, instruments, barrels, a globe, and a clock, among many others! These items are neatly organized in rock formations that act as shelves for the relics. In the foreground, rocky columns frame the scenery, adorned with corals, seaweed, and starfish. Beams of light reach through the water, lighting the many treasures.
Use this rentable backdrop to set off the iconic “Part Of Your World” musical number.
Ursula’s Lair
Take your story to the deepest sea level with Ursula’s Lair backdrop. This panel features the skeletal cavity of a gigantic sea creature, the habitat of Disney’s famous villainess from the beloved story. A glowing purple light comes from the inside of the cavern, adding to its mysterious aura. On the side, a makeup vanity of the sea’s most wicked creature can be seen. Seaweed hangs from above with clams scattered around the entrance, adding the final touches to complete the picture.
This rentable backdrop is ideal for the grand moments when the villainess schemes to take control of the seven oceans.
The Blue Lagoon
The beautiful and romantic Blue Lagoon backdrop features weeping willow trees in the forefront all against a dark, blue night sky. Up top, a brilliant, full moon sits in the star-filled heavens. Reeds and plants can be seen peeking out from the dark, calm waters.
Use this backdrop to set the “Kiss the Girl” musical number.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the backdrops from The Little Mermaid?
The backdrops from The Little Mermaid include the underwater Castle, to stage life in Atlantica, the beach shore where Ariel and Eric meet, and Ariel’s Grotto where beloved moments take place.
What are the colors of The Little Mermaid backdrops?
The colors from The Little Mermaid backdrop are vibrant. Just like sea life, it should include a wide array of tones and depths.
