The undersea world that charmed audiences around the world in the Disney-Pixar smash-hit film “Finding Nemo” comes to life in a musical stage show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Featuring original songs by Tony Award-winning “Avenue Q” co-composer-creator Robert Lopez and a cappella musical “Along the Way” co-creator Kristen Anderson-Lopez, “Finding
Category: Characters
Let the Memories Be-AR-gin…
Let the Memories Be-AR-gin: Duffy the Disney Bear came into existence when with Minnie Mouse, in 2004, sewed a special cuddly teddy bear as a gift for Mickey to take on is world travels. Minnie wanted to ensure that Mickey would never be lonely, so she created the teddy, which
Dreams Come True for the 2011-2012 Walt Disney World Ambassador Team
Before an audience of their peers, family and friends, the next chapter in a true-life Cinderella story unfolded this morning at Magic Kingdom Park as two Walt Disney World Cast Members were chosen to step into the time-honored role of Walt Disney World Ambassador. During a special ceremony in front
Laserman at Disney California Adventure’s New Show ElecTRONica
Here is a HD version of LaserMan at ElecTRONica in Disney California Adventure Park on opening night. Very cool and I am sure a hundred times better in person!
New Disneyland Paris Report Shows Parents have forgotten how to play
A new report from Disneyland Paris exposes the issues faced by parents and children during family playtime • One in five parents (21%) in the UK admit to forgetting how to play with their children, blaming a lack of inspiration, confused messaging and a shortage of time • Parents of
Mickey’s Costume Party Calvacade at Mickey’s Halloween Party Disneyland
This is the Mickey’s Costume Party Calvacade from the first Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland this year. Our friend Jeff Lange was out in California for this event.
Disneyworld Character Changes for October 2010
These character changes come to us every month from WDW Character Hunt. CONFIRMED CHARACTER CHANGES Meeko is moving from the DAK Oasis to Camp Minnie/Mickey on October 3rd. Bert, Eric and Wendy are leaving the Magic Kingdom as REGULAR greeting characters, last day will be Oct. 2nd. They may still
Photos: HalloweenTime at Disneyland
I posted yesterday that I would be sharing some photos of Disneyland while it’s decorated for Halloween. This is part one! There will definitely be a few posts, so be on the lookout. (I can only take so many photos in one day due to some crowds. The park is
Big Brothers Big Sisters Builds Better Futures with Support from Disney
Recently recognized by Walt Disney World Resort for its proven track record in improving children’s lives, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida receives ongoing, comprehensive support from Disney for its youth development efforts. Locally, Big Brothers Big Sisters serves 570 children who are considered at-risk and need encouragement to
New Safari Experience at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Imagine crossing a rickety footbridge above a riverbed paved in menacing crocodiles. Or trekking through a forest for an up-close encounter with a pool of hippos. Guests wanting to venture off the beaten path at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will have an exciting opportunity beginning in early 2011. A new add-on
Disney Loans Talent to Heart of Florida United Way
Giving an annual gift of more than $3 million, Walt Disney World Resort is well-known as the largest corporate contributor to Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW). What is lesser-known is that Disney also makes a valuable annual in-kind contribution through the short-term loan of Cast Members who help HFUW with
Duffy the Disney Bear coming to Disney California Adventure
This article comes to us from the LA Times. A teddy bear more popular than Mickey Mouse at Disney theme parks in Japan will make his U.S. public debut at Disney California Adventure in Anaheim on Monday. Duffy the Disney Bear has become something of a fan phenomenon at the
Disney Cast Members Raise $36K for Local Make-A-Wish Foundation Chapter
Taking to the stage for charitable good, the Encore! Cast Choir and Orchestra hit an all-time high recently by raising $36,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central and Northern Florida. The volunteer ensemble of nearly 500 Disney Cast Members put in more than 47,000 hours to produce Dream Our Dreams, A
Spooky!!!! Haunted Mansion provides frightful fun to Magic Kingdom guests
The Haunted Mansion at the Magic Kingdom is one of the most beloved attractions at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Pictured: Ginger, one of the “friendly faces” guests encounter along the way, stands in front of the 18th-century colonial manor that sits along the eastern banks
