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voices of liberty

Epcot’s Candlelight Processional Adds a New Story to its Christmas Tradition

19 December 2012 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

The beautiful and moving Candlelight Processional is now a favorite tradition each holiday season. Each celebrity narrator adds their own touch and something special to the Christmas story as they speak the words we all know so well. This year I was able to enjoy both Neil Patrick Harris and Lea Salonga, both very different, but wonderful in their own right.

Candlelight Processional

In between the Christmas story pieces, the talented orchestra and Voices of Liberty singers join a Cast Member chorale and area high school students to bring traditional holiday favorite songs to life. The songs are a perfect mix of classics which move you and fill you with the spirit of the season. This year, a new story prefaced Silent Night, adding to the rich tapestry of the candlelight performance. We were told about a town without an organ and a man who wrote a poem to welcome the birth of Jesus. The man’s son could play the guitar, but only 4 chords, and thus Silent Night was born.

Candlelight Processional
Neil Patrick Harris and the Candlelight Cast Members with Voices of Liberty

 

Candlelight Processional
Lea Salonga narrates the Christmas story

 

At the end of each performance, I am left filled with joy and appreciation for the true meaning of the holiday. It is a must-do for anyone visiting Walt Disney World during the holiday season. The best bet for guaranteed seats is purchasing a Candlelight Dining Package, available by calling 407-WDW-DINE. Several shows remain this season, be sure to head out to see this beautiful spectacle.

Candlelight Processional
Trumpeters herald the music of the season
Candlelight Processional
The lighting and effects really add to the music and joyous singing
Candlelight Processional
Candlelight Processional
Lea Salonga narrates the Christmas story
Candlelight Processional
Neil Patrick Harris watches the chorale singers
Candlelight Processional
Candlelight Processional
The Voices of Liberty sing along
Candlelight Processional
NPH narrating the Christmas story
Candlelight Processional

 

Disclosure: I was provided with Gold Badge seating for my family at the Lea Salonga performance. My opinions are my own.

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