Tarzan Rocks!
Disney's Animal Kingdom · Asia
Overview
Tarzan Rocks! was a high-energy live stage show set to a rock soundtrack, featuring performers as Tarzan, Jane, and the story's jungle characters alongside acrobats, aerialists, roller skaters, and skateboarders. Staged in an amphitheater-style venue, it leaned into arena-concert presentation more than traditional Disney stagecraft — loud music, athletic stunts, and a driving pace aimed at teens and adults as much as younger kids.
ParksLog Verdict
Tarzan Rocks! was one of the rowdier entries in Disney's live show catalog — more concert than theater, and better for it. It's remembered fondly by guests who caught it as a genuine change of pace from Animal Kingdom's more contemplative animal-focused offerings, even if it's mostly a footnote in the park's history now.
About this experience
High-energy live stage show featuring Tarzan, rock music, acrobatics, and skateboarding performances.
Best For
- Guests who remember the rock-concert energy of the show
- Fans curious about Animal Kingdom's early live entertainment lineup
- Tarzan (1999) fans tracking its theme park tie-ins
Tips
- Tarzan Rocks! is a good example of Disney tying a live show directly to a recent animated release — a pattern also seen with Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage
- Search for period photos or video of the skateboard and inline-skate stunts, which were unusual for a Disney stage show
- The show's amphitheater venue later hosted other Animal Kingdom entertainment offerings
Details
History
The show opened in 1999, timed to Disney's animated film Tarzan (1999), and ran for several years as part of Animal Kingdom's live entertainment lineup before closing as the park's shows were refreshed.
Fun Facts
- Tarzan Rocks! featured live skateboarding and inline skating stunts, a rarity in Disney stage shows before or since
- The show's soundtrack leaned on rock arrangements rather than the orchestral style typical of Disney stage productions
- It debuted the same year as the Tarzan film it was based on, making it one of the faster film-to-attraction turnarounds of its era
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does Tarzan Rocks! take?
- The experience runs about 25 minutes. Budget extra time for the queue, any pre-show, and boarding — on busy days the full process can take considerably longer.
- Is Tarzan Rocks! good for young children?
- Yes — Tarzan Rocks! is listed as kid-friendly on ParksLog. The experience is gentle enough for most young guests, though always consider a child's individual comfort with the ride type before queuing.
- When did Tarzan Rocks! open?
- Tarzan Rocks! opened at Disney's Animal Kingdom in 1999.
- Is Tarzan Rocks! still operating?
- ParksLog marks this attraction as retired or no longer operating. Check Disney's Animal Kingdom's official site for the current lineup.