“Everyone is busy, just a little dizzy…” For an entire generation of Disney fans, those words marked the beginning of an unforgettable afternoon.
Long before streaming and on-demand viewing, countless children rushed home from school to spend their afternoons alongside some of Disney’s most beloved animated heroes. From soaring through the skies with TaleSpin and joining Scrooge McDuck on globe-trotting adventures in DuckTales to fighting crime with Darkwing Duck and solving mysteries with Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers, the Disney Afternoon became more than just a programming block—it became a cherished part of growing up.
Now, Disney is inviting fans to relive those memories once again.
As excitement continues building for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Disney has unveiled an incredible lineup of afternoon programming, headlined by the newly announced Disney Rewind Concert—a live musical celebration of the unforgettable songs, stories and characters that have defined Disney across generations.
Described as the ultimate throwback event, the concert will transport audiences back to the era of VHS tapes and after-school adventures, celebrating everything from the Disney Afternoon and the legendary Powerline from A Goofy Movie to the unforgettable Muses from Hercules and many more fan-favorite Disney hits. The production will feature Disney Broadway and animation performers accompanied by rock concert lighting and larger-than-life visuals.
Adding even more Disney magic to the experience, Disney Legends Bill Farmer and Jodi Benson will make special appearances alongside 2026 Disney Legend honoree Susan Egan. Joining them on stage are Broadway performers Jared Dixon, Alyssa Fox, Arielle Jacobs, Josh Strickland and Raena White.
The Disney Rewind Concert is just one highlight of an expansive afternoon lineup planned throughout D23. Across the three-day event, guests can enjoy more than 50 panels, presentations and live shows celebrating Disney’s past, present and future, making this year’s fan event one of the biggest celebrations of Disney storytelling yet.
While these songs have long earned a permanent place on our playlists, there is something undeniably magical about hearing them performed live. From the high-flying adventures of the Disney Afternoon to the unforgettable anthems that have defined generations of Disney storytelling, the Disney Rewind Concert is shaping up to be far more than just a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Instead, it promises to be a celebration of the music, memories and animated adventures that continue to inspire and bring Disney fans together decades later.
Whether you grew up racing home after school to spend the afternoon with your favorite Disney heroes or are discovering these timeless classics for the very first time, this musical celebration is poised to remind audiences exactly why these songs—and the stories behind them—have endured for generations.
The Disney Rewind Concert will debut on Friday, Aug. 14, with an encore performance on Saturday, Aug. 15, as part of D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in Anaheim.