Special Effects: Little Mermaid Characters Come to Life with Classic Storytelling and Innovative Technology

ANAHEIM, Calif., June 3, 2011 – The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure, a new attraction at Disney California Adventure park, advances the great tradition of the “dark ride” – an amusement park classic that transports riders in guided vehicles through specially lit scenes often featuring animation sound, music, and special effects. Examples include such classic Disney theme park attractions as Peter Pan’s Flight and Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride.