Ink & Paint

Step into the shoes of the pioneering women who brought color to Walt Disney's masterpieces!

Ink & Paint is a whirlwind musical journey through the 1930s and beyond, following the remarkable stories of five female artists at the Walt Disney Studios.

Against the backdrop of war and social change, these women navigate a male-dominated industry. Working in their shared workspace, nicknamed "the Nunnery," they confront challenges and celebrate triumphs, all while leaving an indelible mark on animation history.

Witness their contributions to iconic films like Snow White, Fantasia, and Cinderella. See how their artistry shaped a global entertainment giant, even as their own recognition remained elusive.

Running at a brisk 75 minutes, Ink & Paint is a vibrant and powerful tribute to female creativity. With its unique blend of historical fact and musical storytelling, this show will have you cheering for these unsung heroes and their lasting impact on the world we know.

About: This colorful new musical follows five women artists at Walt Disney Studios in the 1930s and beyond, whose ranks included first- and second-generation immigrants from the UK and Asia, a single mother, a record-breaking pilot, an architect, and more. At first relegated to a department informally known as the “the Nunnery,” in this musical "group monologue," they share their experiences working in a male-dominated industry in the shadow of global conflict and labor uprising. In the process, they paint a picture of the impact their art had on groundbreaking films like Snow White, Fantasia and Cinderella, which constituted an indelible creative influence on what has become the largest entertainment company in the world—one for which they were seldom recognized.

Running Time: 75 minutes

Author: Danielle Moore

Grades: 5+ (great for High School!)

eKit Includes: TBD

Royalty Info: TBD