The Arts Club winter production of Frozen at the Stanley BFL Canada Stage in Vancouver, BC. The production runs until January 4, 2026. This version places the spotlight on the bond between two sisters who face fear, change, and responsibility in different ways. It blends the supernatural, powerful music, and an emotional story that speaks to audiences of all ages.
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The story follows two sisters, Elsa and Anna, whose lives change when Elsa’s ice powers surge beyond her control and plunge Arendelle into deep winter. Fearing she will hurt those around her, Elsa retreats, while Anna sets out to find her, determined to bring her home.
Along the journey, Anna meets Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf. Their search leads to a confrontation and pushes both sisters to address fear, trust, and responsibility. The story resolves as both sisters learn what their connection truly means for themselves.
The Broadway production opened in March 2018 at the St. James Theatre, playing 26 previews and 825 regular performances until its closure in March 2020 due to the pandemic. A North American tour began in late 2019, paused, and restarted in 2021 followed by international versions including a West End run from 2021 to 2024.
The musical brings a mix of well-known songs from the film and material written specifically for the musical. Numbers like “Do You Want to Build a Snowman” and “For The First Time in Forever” set the rhythm of the first act with strong energy. The production also includes musical theatre additions such as “Monster” and “End This Winter.”
The opening sequence, led by the younger versions of Anna and Elsa, established the tone with humour and momentum. The show has its funny and naughty moments speaking to a new generation of audiences. It is inclusive different gender expressions and shows women as strong and independent. It shows indigenous traditions of the supernatural in a good way.