Calling all entertainers! Disney World is looking for local variety acts to bring extra magic to Epcot, and this could be your chance to shine! According to a posting on the Disney Auditions website, Disney Live Entertainment is currently accepting online submissions from talented variety performers based in Central Florida
Author: Chris B
Chris is a Pennsylvania native who escaped the cold and relocated to the Orlando area. Our resident Universal expert, Chris has been visiting the Universal Orlando Resort since the 1990s. Chris is a Universal and Walt Disney World Passholder, and can often be found exploring the parks taking in the sites (and finding new things to write about!).
Disney Cruise Line Honoring Cast Members Around the World as Godparents of the Disney Treasure
Get ready to set sail with a heartfelt salute! Disney Cruise Line has just announced that the godparents of their newest ship, the Disney Treasure, will be none other than the 200,000-plus Disney cast, crew, Imagineers, and employees around the world. This monumental gesture marks a first in Disney Cruise
New Details Revealed for Nighttime Show, “Disney Tales of Magic,” and Disney Music Festival Coming to Disneyland Paris
Prepare to be enchanted—Disneyland Paris has just unveiled thrilling details about its new nighttime spectacular, “Disney Tales of Magic,” debuting on January 10, 2025, and an all-new “Disney Music Festival” launching in April. Here’s what’s in store! Related: New Upates Revealed for Downtown Disney Expansion “Disney Tales of Magic” promises
Disney Debuts Holiday Short The Boy & The Octopus from Taika Waititi
Disney Unveils Heartwarming Holiday Short with Taika Waititi: “The Boy & The Octopus” Disney has introduced a new holiday short, The Boy & The Octopus, directed by Academy Award® winner Taika Waititi. This whimsical story follows a young boy who befriends an octopus that has latched onto his head during
Lions Who Inspired ‘The Lion King’ Mufasa Movie Retiring from Disney’s Animal Kingdom
As Disney’s Animal Kingdom has captivated guests for decades, the savanna remains at its heart, hosting over 100 animals, including the powerful and noble African lions. Among these iconic residents, two lions, Dakari and Kamari, have ruled the savanna at Animal Kingdom for the last ten years. Standing proudly atop
2025 Resort Refurbishment Schedule for Pop Century, Wilderness Lodge, and Port Orleans Riverside Revealed
Walt Disney World has announced a series of refurbishments for select resort hotels in 2025, aiming to enhance the guest experience with updated accommodations and refreshed spaces. Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning a stay at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, or Pop Century
Disney Shares Backstory for Villains Land at Magic Kingdom
Disney Unveils Dark Backstory for New Villains Land at Magic Kingdom Disney World’s upcoming Villains Land at Magic Kingdom is set to bring together some of Disney’s most infamous antagonists in an all-new, twisted experience. Revealed at D23 Brazil, Disney Parks head Josh D’Amaro shared details about the eerie new
New Concept Art Revealed for Avatar 3 Revealed
The world of Pandora is expanding once again, with new concept art for “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” the highly anticipated third film in James Cameron’s groundbreaking series, recently revealed at D23 Brazil. This exclusive look at the next chapter, officially titled “Avatar: Fire & Ash,” offers a tantalizing glimpse into
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Decorated for the Holidays with Festive Christmas Tree
The holiday season has arrived at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, bringing a festive atmosphere to the park’s natural and animal-inspired landscape. Right outside the main entrance, the iconic Disney’s Animal Kingdom Christmas tree has gone up, inviting guests to begin their adventure with a bit of holiday magic. Surrounded by fencing
Disney Springs Decorated for the Holidays 2024
Disney Springs is officially aglow for the 2024 holiday season! Kicking things off with a sparkling tree lighting ceremony last Friday, the bustling shopping and dining district at Walt Disney World is now brimming with festive cheer, creating a vibrant holiday experience for all who visit. As you wander through
New Santa Experience Comes to the Magic Kingdom
Santa’s Christmas Carnival Arrives at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! The holiday season has officially arrived at Magic Kingdom, and with it comes an exciting new experience! The Chip and Co team had the privilege of attending the first night of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party on Friday, November 8th,
First Look at Elf Mickey Popcorn Bucket from Very Merry Christmas Party
The holiday magic has officially arrived at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and this year’s must-have item is none other than the adorable Elf Mickey Popcorn Bucket! After braving a long line of eager fans on the party’s opening night, November 8, the Chip and Co team were thrilled to
Mickey’s Christmas Carol Window Display Returns to the Magic Kingdom for the Holidays
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Magic Kingdom! This holiday season, the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A., has swapped its usual windows of classic Disney movie moments for a true yuletide treat: scenes from “Mickey’s Christmas Carol.” Step aside, bah humbugs—each window display is packed with holiday
First look at the Gingerbread Castle in Disney’s Contemporary Resort
The holidays are back in full swing at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, where this year’s gingerbread display has a nostalgic twist: a breathtaking replica of Cinderella Castle adorned with the beloved Dream Lights that once lit up the Magic Kingdom. Celebrating its 13th year of gingerbread displays, the Contemporary’s 17-foot-tall, 25-foot-wide
