Guests enjoy the opening day of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, at Magic Kingdom Park. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features dozens of new Audio-Animatronics figures, a foot-tapping soundtrack and a thrilling 50-foot drop, all set amidst the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Guests enjoy the opening day of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, at Magic Kingdom Park. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features dozens of new Audio-Animatronics figures, a foot-tapping soundtrack and a thrilling 50-foot drop, all set amidst the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Guests enjoy the opening day of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, at Magic Kingdom Park. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features dozens of new Audio-Animatronics figures, a foot-tapping soundtrack and a thrilling 50-foot drop, all set amidst the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Guests enjoy the opening day of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, at Magic Kingdom Park. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features dozens of new Audio-Animatronics figures, a foot-tapping soundtrack and a thrilling 50-foot drop, all set amidst the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Guests enjoy the opening day of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, at Magic Kingdom Park. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features dozens of new Audio-Animatronics figures, a foot-tapping soundtrack and a thrilling 50-foot drop, all set amidst the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Guests enjoy the opening day of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, at Magic Kingdom Park. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features dozens of new Audio-Animatronics figures, a foot-tapping soundtrack and a thrilling 50-foot drop, all set amidst the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Guests enjoy the opening day of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, at Magic Kingdom Park. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features dozens of new Audio-Animatronics figures, a foot-tapping soundtrack and a thrilling 50-foot drop, all set amidst the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Guests enjoy the opening day of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, at Magic Kingdom Park. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., features dozens of new Audio-Animatronics figures, a foot-tapping soundtrack and a thrilling 50-foot drop, all set amidst the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Princess Tiana makes a special visit to celebrate the debut of Tiana's Bayou Adventure before it opens to guests on June 28 at Magic Kingdom Park. The family thrill ride continues the story from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film "The Princess and the Frog" with beloved and new characters, joyful music and a 50-foot drop. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Princess Tiana makes a special visit to celebrate the debut of Tiana's Bayou Adventure before it opens to guests on June 28 at Magic Kingdom Park. The family thrill ride continues the story from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film "The Princess and the Frog" with beloved and new characters, joyful music and a 50-foot drop. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort this summer can celebrate Princess Tiana's story in a variety of ways - from the debut of Tiana's Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, to waving at Princess Tiana, Prince Naveen and Ray at Festival of Fantasy Parade in Magic Kingdom Park.

Guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort this summer can celebrate Princess Tiana's story in a variety of ways -- from the debut of Tiana's Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, to singing along with Princess Tiana at Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire in Magic Kingdom Park. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort this summer can celebrate Princess Tiana's story in a variety of ways -- from the debut of Tiana's Bayou Adventure on June 28, 2024, to singing along with Princess Tiana at Mickey's Magical Friendship Faire in Magic Kingdom Park. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Musician Tarriona “Tank” Ball from the New Orleans musical group Tank and the Bangas reacts to her sneak peek of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Tank performs the song “Dig A Little Deeper” for the new attraction opening on June 28 in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

No stranger to water, Auli’i Cravalho, the voice of Moana in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana,” reacts to her experience on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ahead of its opening on June 28 in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Bruno Campos and Anika Noni Rose, who voice the characters of Prince Naveen and Princess Tiana in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “The Princess and the Frog,” get a first look at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ahead of its opening on June 28 in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Jenifer Lewis, the voice of Mama Odie in Walt Disney Studios’ “The Princess and the Frog,” gets a sneak peek of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ahead of its opening on June 28 in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Paul Morse, Photographer)

The cast of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “The Princess and the Frog” take the plunge on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ahead of its opening on June 28 in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Bennett Stoops, Photographer)

The cast of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “The Princess and the Frog” take the plunge on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure ahead of its opening on June 28 in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Bennett Stoops, Photographer)

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens June 28 at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida! The ride will take guests on a musical adventure picking up after the events of the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “The Princess and the Frog.” Guests will encounter fan-favorite characters including Prince Naveen, Mama Odie and more, plus all-new music. (Paul Morse, Photographer)

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens June 28 at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida! The ride will take guests on a musical adventure picking up after the events of the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “The Princess and the Frog.” Guests will encounter fan-favorite characters including Prince Naveen, Mama Odie and more, plus all-new music. (Bennett Stoops, Photographer)

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens June 28 at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida! The ride will take guests on a musical adventure picking up after the events of the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “The Princess and the Frog.” Guests will encounter fan-favorite characters including Prince Naveen, Mama Odie and more, plus all-new music. (Bennett Stoops, Photographer)

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens June 28 at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida! The ride will take guests on a musical adventure picking up after the events of the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “The Princess and the Frog.” Guests will encounter fan-favorite characters including Prince Naveen, Mama Odie and more, plus all-new music. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Disney reveals a first look at the vibrant finale scene of Tiana's Bayou Adventure. “Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Disney reveals a first look at the vibrant finale scene of Tiana's Bayou Adventure. “Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom Park. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

“Drop on in” with Princess Tiana this summer as Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens in Magic Kingdom Park on June 28. The new attraction at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., invites guests to join beloved characters and all-new friends on a thrilling adventure, all set against the music and excitement of a New Orleans celebration. (Olga Thompson, Photographer)

Cast members gather to celebrate ahead of the June 28, 2024 grand opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. They were joined by Sarah Riles, Vice President, Magic Kingdom Park; Jeff Vahle, President, Walt Disney World Resort; and Bruce Vaughn, Chief Creative Officer, Walt Disney Imagineering. (Olga Thompson, President)

The voice cast of Walt Disney Animation Studios' "The Princess and the Frog" reunite at Tiana's Bayou Adventure on June 10, 2024. The attraction is set to open on June 28 in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (DISNEY)

Byhalia the Beaver – Byhalia doesn’t just build dams; she helps build musical instruments using natural materials from the bayou. As a strong-willed percussionist, it’s safe to say Byhalia is the heartbeat of the band, as well as a natural designer and engineer. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Beau the Opossum – Seeing limitless possibilities, no one finds more wonder in the bayou and the sounds of zydeco music than Beau. All she knows is beauty, especially her own. You can find her plucking out the low notes with her upright gourd bass, which of course, involves some musical dexterity with her tail. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Apollo the Raccoon – Apollo loves transforming abandoned objects into works of musical art – like his squeezebox. He’s full of energy and storytelling, especially about the objects he finds in the bayou. He’s particularly close with Rufus and appreciates Rufus’ calm demeanor. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Gritty the Rabbit – Always willing to dig a little deeper to help others, Gritty plays the washboard (a found automobile license plate) with a high-energy flair. It’s the perfect instrument for someone who’s often overzealous and digs to relieve her nerves. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Rufus the Turtle – Rufus may be a turtle, but he’s quick to jump into rhythm with his harmonica. He’s also the first to join in on new adventures! He’s genuine and sincere but may come across as a little sarcastic at times with his habitual sighing. Rufus loves going on adventures with Apollo. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Timoléon the Otter – He’s the eldest of the band, but Timoléon’s fiddle-playing is inspired by all the ‘kids’ he spends his time around while in the bayou. When he’s not sawing out a jig, he’s famous for telling stories of days long ago about his explorations of every corner of the bayou. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Pawpaw the Bobcat – Not only is Pawpaw Octavia’s devoted grandfather, but he also taught her how to play the vaksin! Pawpaw lives to make Octavia smile and has the view that everything has a way of working itself out – he’s seen it all but isn’t jaded. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Octavia the Bobcat – Octavia plays the vaksin, a single-note horn instrument popular in Rara music. She’s an adventurous bobcat kitten, and she loves climbing and hanging out in trees almost as much as she loves performing. This daredevil almost never gets scared. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Bernadette the Louisiana Black Bear – Bernadette loves to enjoy life, from splashing in the waters of her bayou home with her cub, Sebastián, to playing the horn with her mate, Claude. She’s a clear thinker and is warm and supportive. Bernadette loves to sink into the bayou waters and munch on plants (so long as Sebastián is clearly within sight). Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Phina the Gray Fox – Phina’s enthusiasm extends beyond her drumming, as she’s constantly thinking of new ideas with optimism and energy! This imaginative fox is continually starting new projects with excitement, and her friends accept and celebrate her unique thinking. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Claude the Louisiana Black Bear – Claude is a salt of the earth kind of bear (or, as they say in the bayou, “salt of the mound”) who plays his horn along with the other members of his family. He’s a tinkerer who loves to create with things found in the forest, and is frequently funny without intending to be, especially when it comes to his home-grown creations. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Felipe the Frog – Deep among the cypress trees, you’ll hear band leader Felipe making musical magic on the piano! Felipe is also the proprietor of an exclusive bayou night club, where the local fireflies love to dance the night away to a musical recipe of hot rhythms and spicy melodies. He’s an old-school family guy, especially to his “family” in the band. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Isabel the Green Tree Frog – Learning from Mondo’s example, Isabel loves getting lost in the music playing her congas. She’s the youngest member of the group, and there’s nothing she loves more than “going with the flow” and getting to play drums all night long! Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Mondo the Frog – Mondo is a natural on the conga drums, which he made as a happy accident when his favorite bottle cap got stuck on his second-favorite acorn. From there, the rhythm in Mondo’s soul took over! He’s very copacetic and accepts what comes, a trait as steady and reliable as his drumbeat. Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Mayra the Frog – Have you ever seen a frog play a flower blossom like a trumpet? You will when you meet Mayra; be sure to stick around for one of her toe-tapping solos. Mayra’s the most ambitious of the four frogs and has been practicing her instrument since she was just a tadpole! Creative critters will delight bayou audiences when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer. Experience the Zydeco sounds and makeshift instruments played by a ragtag band of bayou critters this summer at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista Fla and later this year in Disneyland in Anaheim, Ca.

Roundtable at Dooky Chase’s on August 16, 2021. Photo by Paul Morse

Roundtable at Dooky Chase’s on August 16, 2021. Photo by Paul Morse

Roundtable at Dooky Chase’s on August 16, 2021. Photo by Paul Morse

Roundtable at Dooky Chase’s on August 16, 2021. Photo by Paul Morse

Roundtable at Dooky Chase’s on August 15, 2021. Photo by Paul Morse

Roundtable at Dooky Chase’s on August 16, 2021. Photo by Paul Morse