But all that is just to set the mood and get the party started. The main event, which runs through Feb. 22 at the TD Garden, is a cleverly edited ice dancing version of the film “Frozen,” complete with Olaf the Snowman, Sven the reindeer, Kristoff, and of course, those two sisters, Elsa and Anna. (Two shows postponed Sunday due to the blizzard have been rescheduled; the 1 p.m. show has been moved to Feb. 22 at 9:30 a.m. and the 5 p.m. to Feb. 18 at 6 p.m.)

Disney on Ice’s usual opening parade of princesses gets a nice twist for the new production of “Frozen.” This time, since the blockbuster hit film celebrates true love between sisters, couples like Snow White and her prince and Sleeping Beauty and her prince are joined by friends who love each other, including Pumba and Timon, Woody and Buzz, Nemo, his dad Marlin, and Dory.


The story follows the sisters, one of whom has a power over the weather that gets out of control, leaving their kingdom eternally wrapped in ice. Younger Anna feels responsible for Elsa’s error, and heads to the mountains to straighten things out. Along the way, she meets the quirky collection of characters who help her with her quest.

The strength of this production of Disney on Ice’s “Frozen” lies in its ability to capture the personalities of its main characters, while working in some impressive skating routines. Along the way, the audience of little princesses, most of whom were wearing some pretty smashing gowns, cheered the entrances of their favorite characters, particularly Sven and Olaf, before singing along with most of the songs.

My 8-year-old critic-companion wasn’t disappointed by the adjustments made to the story for the sake of the ice show. Olaf’s signature ode to “In Summer” has him capering about with an ensemble of butterflies and bees. “Let It Go” features Elsa, the ice princess, performing some beautiful triple axels while pyrotechnics suggest the creation of her icy palace. “I’ve seen the movie about 20 times,” my companion said, “and that was a good way to do it live.”


While Elsa’s skating focuses on elongated lines and elegant spins, Anna’s routines are playful and exuberant, matching this girl’s irrepressible spirit of optimism. But my companion said the best performance easily belonged to Kristoff, whose opening routine included triple spins, a backbend while in a crouch position, and a backward flip that earned an ovation from the crowd.

In order to replicate the film as much as possible, the ice show includes several clever set pieces, including a set of icy stairs, a fountain that went from spouting water to ice, and Kristoff’s sled. Each piece is put to good use for scenes that include an impressive attack of wolves, critical moments with the icy Elsa and the appearance of the destructive Snow Monster.

Several ensemble numbers showcase the performers’ synchronized skating skills, including a ballroom sequence for “Love Is an Open Door” in which the company, dressed in gorgeous gowns and matching suits, performed elegant waltzing combined with crazy lifts and spins. For “Fixer Upper,” the production number featuring Kristoff’s family of trolls, the company members performed while wearing hilarious costumes (perfect for Halloween, my companion and I agreed). Overall, Disney on Ice’s “Frozen” never sags under the weight of delivering all the bells and whistles of the film. And best of all, it satisfies the avid fan while entertaining their adult chaperones.


Terry Byrne can be reached at trbyrne

@aol.com.