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Disney Bringing 'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play!' To Southeast Asia; Malaysia & Singapore Included

Disney Bringing 'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play!' To Southeast Asia; Malaysia & Singapore Included

Hype Malaysia26-05-2025

Disney Parents, get ready! Malaysia and Singapore are on the list for the 'Disney Jr. Live on Tour: Let's Play!' first-ever Southeast Asia tour. The concert will spread its fantastical joy through five countries: Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand.
If you're looking for a fun family day out, this tour will bring your child's favourite characters with songs, dancing, and playful moments that everyone can enjoy! It's a wonderful way to share the magic. The concert will feature hit songs from popular Disney Jr series, including 'Mickey Mouse Clubhouse', 'SuperKitties' and 'Marvel's Spidey and his Amazing Friends'.
Disney Jr. debuted in 2011, with 'Jake and the Never Land Pirates' as the first program to air on the channel. Within the first week, it achieved the Disney Channel's highest daypart ratings among children aged 2 to 5. As excitement grew and many young viewers expressed interest in meeting their favourite characters, Disney responded by launching 'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play!' nationwide concert tour.
Initially, their tours were held only across America. However, they soon had the opportunity to expand internationally, beginning with the UK earlier this year. Since then, they have continued to grow, and now, they have finally made their way to bring joy and their signature Disney magic to our cities. So, if you're excited to experience the performance in person, here are the concert details for Malaysia and Singapore:
'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play!' in Malaysia
Date: 29th August 2025 (Friday) – 1st September 2025 (Monday)
29th August 2025 (Friday) – 1st September 2025 (Monday) Venue: Arena Of Stars, Resorts World Genting
Arena Of Stars, Resorts World Genting Ticketing: TBA
'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play!' in Singapore
Date: 5th September 2025 (Friday) – 7th September 2025 (Saturday)
5th September 2025 (Friday) – 7th September 2025 (Saturday) Venue: Singapore Stadium
Singapore Stadium Ticketing: TBA
For more information on the concert updates and ticketing, you may visit their official website and follow the tour's official social media.
Sources: Instagram, Disneyasia
Zaima Humaria contributed to this article

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