[mickeysaver]

Candlelight Processional

One of the most beloved and joyous Disney traditions since 1958, the Candlelight Processional enthralls you as a Celebrity Guest* narrates the Christmas story, accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and a glorious mass choir. Guest choirs travel from as far away as the UK to sing with over 400 performers each evening. The Candlelight Processional takes place in the American Gardens Theatre and is included with Park admission.

Showtimes: 5 p.m., 6:45 p.m. & 8:15pm

2005 Schedule of Narrators:

Rita Moreno Nov 25-27
Phil Donahue Nov 28-30
Haley Joel Osment Dec 1-3
Cicely Tyson Dec 4-6
Jim Caviezel Dec 7-9
Eartha Kitt Dec 10-12
Lou Diamond Phillips Dec 13-15
Harry Hamlin Dec 16-18
Marlee Matlin Dec 19-21
Gary Sinise Dec 22-27
Steven Curtis Chapman Dec 28-30



Candlelight Dinner Packages

The best way to enjoy the Candlelight Processional is with the Dinner Package, which includes preferred seating for the Candlelight Processional and dinner at select Epcot® restaurants.

Dinner Packages‡

Tier 1
Guests Ages 10 & Up: $30.99 / Guests Ages 3-9: $12.99 (Plus Tax)

The Garden Grill Restaurant – The Land
Biergarten Restaurant – Germany
Tier 2
Guests Ages 10 & Up: $38.99 / Guests Ages 3-9: $12.99 (Plus Tax)

San Angel Inn – Mexico
Restaurant Marrakesh – Morocco
Nine Dragons Restaurant – China
Rose & Crown Dining Room – United Kingdom
Tier 3
Guests Ages 10 & Up: $45.99 / Guests Ages 3-9: $12.99 (Plus Tax)

Chefs de France – France
L’Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante – Italy
Le Cellier Steakhouse – Canada
Mitsukoshi Teppanyaki Dining Room – Japan
Coral Reef Restaurant – The Living Seas
Call (407) WDW-DINE (939-3463)† to make reservations. Dinner packages go on sale August 15, 2005

[A Goofy Family]

Looks great, wish Steven Curtis Chapman was there when we were. Oh well, I'm sure it'll be wonderful!

[mickaholic4077]

Jim Caviezel again???????????????? Wooooo hooooooooo!!!!!

[mickaholic4077]

Mickeysaver,where did you get this info?

[bali]

Oh, man, I'm totally gonna miss out on Lou Diamond Phillips! BUMMER!!

[mickeysaver]

Originally Posted by mickaholic4077

Mickeysaver,where did you get this info?

Disney's Website is where the info came from. There are other links available when you look through the Special Events page. Maggie

[mickeysaver]

Originally Posted by bali

Oh, man, I'm totally gonna miss out on Lou Diamond Phillips! BUMMER!!

We most likely will stop to listen from outside the theater. We are did CP 2 years ago and were not overly impressed by it. Edward James Olmos was our narrator that year....he did a great job, but it was so stinkin' cold that nothing would have impressed us that night. We were considering purchasing hot chocolate, just to pour over ourselves to warm up. I would love to hear Eartha Kitt, but I am not rearranging our itinerary for that. Maggie

[Erin]

I would love to hear Steven Curtis Chapman - how cool would that be?

It's funny to me that Phil Donahue is a guest speaker - my last memory of him is a trashy talk show!

[dznygrl]

Hmmm...I wonder if a quick trip to Disney in December would be possible at all... I would be happy to be there when Jim Caviezel, Lou Diamond Phillips or Steven Curtis Chapman was narrating. I them!

[mickaholic4077]

If your trip becomes a reality,Kim,during the time that Caviezel is there,you'll see my mother and I as close to the stage as possible!!

[dznygrl]

Originally Posted by mickaholic4077

If your trip becomes a reality,Kim,during the time that Caviezel is there,you'll see my mother and I as close to the stage as possible!!

If by some miracle we end up there then, I will DEFINITELY look for you!

[mickey]

Eartha Kitt Dec 10-12

Wow, just another excuse to go to Disney. Nothing like the Christmas story done by Yzma.

Overall, an interesting list. Phil Donahue, Haley Joel Osment and Harry Hamlin are names I don't remember ever seeing do it before.

[Tinkerbelle67]

Is this worth going to? When we are there Steven Curtis Chapman (whoever he is) will be the narrator. Can you give me your thoughts and opinions on this event, thanks.

[mickaholic4077]

Steven Curtis Chapman is a Contemporary Christian Music artist. He is wonderful,although I don't know if he'll actually be singing;he'll probably be just narrating. If you are in any Christian denomination you will love the story of the birth of Jesus. If you aren't of any Christian faith,it is still a great show.

[Tinkerbelle67]

Originally Posted by mickaholic4077

Steven Curtis Chapman is a Contemporary Christian Music artist. He is wonderful,although I don't know if he'll actually be singing;he'll probably be just narrating. If you are in any Christian denomination you will love the story of the birth of Jesus. If you aren't of any Christian faith,it is still a great show.

Thanks, had never heard of him before. I think this is something I will definately look into.