Disney World Debuts Surprise Acrobatico! Show at EPCOT’s France Pavilion
A gravity-defying balancing act illustrates Disney’s tactic of using surprise shows for crowd distribution during its extended summer season
Overview
- Disney quietly added Acrobatico! to EPCOT’s France Pavilion schedule on August 10 without prior announcements
- The new show showcases a gravity-defying balancing act and runs Sunday through Thursday at 12:15 p.m., 1:15 p.m., 3:15 p.m. and 5:15 p.m.
- Acrobatico! replaces the Antigravity-presented Forces of Nature act, which concluded its final performance on June 5
- The unannounced debut aligns with Disney’s strategy to draw guests into indoor venues and relieve congestion across the park
- The Cool Kid Summer promotion has been extended through September 1, offering additional shaded and air-conditioned experiences