Idina Menzel will reprise her role as Elsa in National Geographic and Walt Disney Animation Studios’ new natural history series, THE REAL FROZEN! She will be joined by her FROZEN castmates, Kristen Bell, Jonathan Groff and Josh Gad.

Per a press release, here’s a description of the show:

THE REAL FROZEN pushes innovation into uncharted territory by imagining our lead animated characters as if they were inhabiting the real worlds depicted throughout the series. Using the very best of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ craft and the award-winning cinematography of Silverback Films, the stories will take audiences on a journey of wonder like never before.

Set against the breathtaking icy landscapes of Iceland, Finland, Norway and Sweden, THE REAL FROZEN follows real-life animals whose fortitude, loyalty, resilience and relationships echo the emotional heart of the “Frozen” franchise. These animals navigate the harshest winters, revealing extraordinary behaviors, survival strategies and bonds. Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel and Jonathan Groff return to voice Anna, Elsa and Kristoff, reprising their roles as our beloved narrators to guide viewers through each story, with a whimsical storytelling style tied to the distinct themes of courage, trust and transformation, with Josh Gad making special appearances as Olaf along the way.

Of course, the cast is also currently working on Frozen 3, which will be released in theaters November 24, 2027. Frozen 3 producer Christina Chen has this to say about the new series:

“There is no one better than National Geographic to bring viewers a look at the real places in the world that inspired the creation of the ‘Frozen’ world and its magical wondrous environments. We are thrilled to have our lead characters with our talented cast and original ‘Frozen’ animators who bring them to life be part of this series.”

THE REAL FROZEN will premiere on National Geographic, and stream on Disney+ and Hulu.

Idina Menzel has announced a few concerts/shows lately and they’re starting to add up, so I thought it best to make a list! Some are proper concerts while others are galas. Most of the galas have been selling individual tickets, so I’ve included them here. If more dates are added, I’ll update the list. The best way to stay up-to-date on her shows is to follow me on Instagram or even Twitter, though!

Shows

The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston (TX) – April 15, 2026 (Gala)

FREE Concert with Philly Pops at Independence Mall – Philadelphia, PA – July 3, 2026 

Blossom Music Center – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – July 26, 2026 

Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater – Park City, UT – August 8, 2026 ** Added March 19!

Colonial Theatre – Pittsfield, MA – August 28, 2026 (Gala)

Jones Hall – Houston, TX – August 30, 2026 **Added June 15!

Gallo Center for the Arts – Modesto, CA – September 19, 2026 ** Added April 25!

Meyerson Symphony Center – Dallas, TX – September 26, 2026

Appearance at New York Comic Con – October 8, 2026 (She has a panel at 11 AM and a Photo Op and Autographs are for sale!) ** Added September 4

Rent, the 30th Anniversary Concert – NYC – October 26, 2026 The show will stream live, so don’t miss out! 

Andrew J Brady Music Center – Cincinnati, OH – October 27, 2026 (Gala) ** Added August 21!

Segerstrom Concert Hall – Costa Mesa, CA – November 6 & 7, 2026 ** Added May 13!

Royal Variety Performance – London, England – November 20, 2026 **Added October 29! She will perform ‘The Wizard & I’ with Stephen Schwartz and it will air on television in December.

McCallum Theatre – Palm Desert, CA – December 2, 2026 (Gala)

Kohler Memorial Theater – Kohler, WI – April 30, 2027 **Added July 14!

Lyric Opera House – Chicago, IL – May 1, 2027 ** Added June 16!

Sad news! Redwood will end its Broadway run on Sunday, May 18, 2025 after playing 127 performances, including 17 preview performances. Tickets through the end of the run are on sale at the Nederlander box office and on BroadwayDirect.

Idina had this to say on Instagram:

Creating @RedwoodMusical with @TinaLandau and @KateDiazMusic has been my proudest professional accomplishment. It is an all-female-led team, who are fearless risk-takers and gorgeous human beings. I will be eternally grateful to our stunning cast whom I love so friggin’ much. I’ll be singing Kate’s music for years and years to come. You are all my family. Making music and telling this beautiful story with you has been the highlight of my career. In fact, being back in NYC with the entire Broadway community at the Nederlander, of all places, is my “little Idina’s” dream come true over and over again. Thank you to our entire crew.

We’ve made something exquisite that the Redwoods would be so proud of. Our heartwood is love abounding, sad yet stronger than ever. Our roots will connect us for miles and miles and we will hold each other up beyond the sadness of a show closing to the complicated scary world we are living in. And lastly. Let’s remember the Redwood has lived through fires, through pain, and through the most challenging times in history… and is still standing tall. That’s what I will do. So join us in the canopy one last time before May 18th. Because, like the roots, we need connection.

In keeping with one of the show’s messages of tikkun olam (repairing the world), Redwood partnered with several organizations to help raise awareness and funds to support the themes depicted in the show. Through these partnerships, the show helped raise more than $2,000,000 for these social impact organizations, including $1,500,000 for Save the Redwoods League, $250,000 for A BroaderWay, $180,000 for Broadway Cares and $40,000 for Julia Butterfly Hill’s nonprofit Circle of Life. In addition, through a collaboration with Redwood Empire Whiskey, more than 400 trees were planted in the month of April and separately, more than 50 redwood trees were planted at the Gateway to Big Basin Redwoods State Park in honor of the show’s cast and crew.

If you can’t make it to NYC before May 18, the Original Broadway Cast Recording will be released digitally on May 13th, the CD will be released on June 13 and the vinyl will arrive on July 25! Pre-order all versions here.

If you have the chance to see the show, don’t miss out. Idina is INCREDIBLE. I promise you’ve never seen her like this and the show is so beautiful and touching. It’s such a cathartic theater experience and something I personally really needed. I’m so proud of her for starting with a seedling of an idea and making it all the way to the Nederlander Theatre for audiences around the world to experience it.