Alice in Wonderland Musical with Sabrina Carpenter

Pop star Sabrina Carpenter will take on the lead role in "Alice in Wonderland"! And there's a reason for it: according to The Hollywood Reporter, the new film adaptation is set to be a musical.

The film is directed and written by Lorene Scafaria, best known for her movie "Hustlers". Also involved is hit producer Marc Platt – the man behind the "Wicked" musical. So far, details about the release date or additional cast members have not been revealed.

The story itself is, of course, based on Lewis Carroll's 1865 book. Alice's adventures have been adapted many times, with the most famous versions being Disney's animated classic from the 1950s and Tim Burton's 2010 live-action adaptation.

With Sabrina Carpenter as Alice, the new adaptation has a good chance of success. A pop star in the lead role of a fantasy musical: that has already worked brilliantly with "Wicked".

The greatest Disney animated classics: magic, music and milestones in film history

When the iconic castle logo floats across the screen anywhere in the world and the first notes of "When You Wish Upon a Star" ring out, movie fans know that something magical is about to begin. For almost a century, Disney has shaped the world of animation like no other studio. From hand-drawn masterpieces to ground-breaking technology and modern reinterpretations – Disney classics are not just films, they are cultural memories.

The beginning of an era: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)

A new era of cinema began in 1937 with "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs". Walt Disney dared to do the seemingly impossible: the first feature-length animated film in history. Many thought the project was crazy – it was called "Disney's madness" at the time. But the success was overwhelming.

The film, based on the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, fascinated viewers with its emotional depth, music and visual beauty. Snow White laid the foundations for what Disney still stands for today: timeless stories about courage, love and hope.

Magic, music and technology: Pinocchio, Bambi and Dumbo

The success of "Snow White" was followed by a series of other classics that made film history. In 1940, "Pinocchio" was released, the story of the wooden puppet who wants to become a real boy. The song "When You Wish Upon a Star" became the unofficial Disney anthem and even won an Oscar.

A year later, "Dumbo" delighted audiences – a little elephant with huge ears who learns to fly. The mixture of humor and emotion made the film an audience favorite, while "Bambi" (1942) moved an entire generation with its emotional depth and naturalistic depiction of the forest. The scene in which Bambi's mother dies is still considered one of the saddest moments in film history.

The golden age of Disney fairy tales: Cinderella and Peter Pan

In the 1950s, Disney returned to classic fairy tales – and created films that are still an integral part of pop culture today "Cinderella" (1950) saved the studio financially after difficult war years. With her magic, unforgettable songs and the message that dreams can come true if you believe in them, Cinderella became the epitome of the Disney princess.

Shortly afterwards, "Peter Pan" (1953) transported viewers into colorful fantasy worlds – from the eternal child in Neverland to the cursed princess who only awakens with a true kiss. The elegant animation and iconic music made these films classics that are still regularly re-released today.

The animal decade: 101 Dalmatians to The Lion King

In the 1960s and 70s, Disney focused more on animal heroes. Thanks to its innovative xerography technique, "101 Dalmatians" (1961) was the first film in which drawings were copied directly onto the screen – a milestone in the history of animation.

In the following decades, other cult films were made such as "The Jungle Book" (1967), whose songs – above all "Try it with comfort" – are still sung along to this day, and "The Little Mermaid" (1989), which marked the beginning of the so-called Disney renaissance.

The high point of this era was "The Lion King" (1994) – an epic masterpiece that combined Shakespearean drama with an African attitude to life. With songs by Elton John and Tim Rice, breathtaking animation and emotional depth, The Lion King became a symbol of 1990s Disney magic. The film grossed over a billion dollars worldwide and has inspired musicals, series and a successful remake to this day.

The renaissance of the 1990s: Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and Mulan

Hardly any other decade produced as many hits as the 90s. After the success of Ariel, Disney focused on a mixture of humor, romance and spectacular music. "Beauty and the Beast" (1991) was the first animated film ever to be nominated for an Oscar for Best Picture. With iconic songs such as "Tale as Old as Time", it became synonymous with the art form itself.

"Aladdin" (1992) captivated with Robin Williams' legendary performance as Genie, while "Mulan" (1998) presented a new, strong female lead character who broke down traditional role models. This era proved that animated films could not only be children's entertainment, but true works of art – with themes that touched all generations.

From hand-drawn to digital magic

With the start of the new millennium, technology changed, but the spirit of the classic Disney films remained. Productions such as "Frozen", "Tangled" and "Moana" continued the tradition – with digital animation, but with the same heart and humor. These modern works stand on the shoulders of the hand-drawn classics and prove that Disney has never lost its magic, even in the age of CGI.

Conclusion: Timeless stories full of heart

From "Snow White" to "The Lion King", from hand-drawn images to digital worlds – Disney's animated classics tell stories that connect generations. They teach us courage, love, friendship and to believe in our dreams. In a world that is constantly changing, one thing remains certain: when the castle appears somewhere and the music plays, the magic of Disney will live on – for children, parents and all those who have never stopped dreaming.