After the fall Dopey took on Sunday night on the Character Steamboat during Fantasmic Disney has pulled the scene with characters and according to WDW News Today has replaced it with a water effect.
Talk online is that Disney is adding safety measures to the boat so this type of incident doesn’t happen again. No official word has been released by Disney but I know Disney considers safety their highest priority for both their guest and their cast members.
In case you missed the video of Dopey falling off the 2nd floor of the steamboat you can see it here.
If you are a fan of the runaway train ride Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disney’s Magic Kingdom, then you’ll want to know that there is a very lengthy refurbishment scheduled from August 8th- November 18th of this year. We know it’s always a disappointment when you visit Disney and your favorite ride isn’t operating, but you can always rest assured you’ll have a blast on one of Disney’s other rollercoasters at Magic Kingdom. Check out the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain or even Goofy’s Barnstormer instead!
Be sure to check out the list of scheduled refurbishments for WDW in August here. You can also view Disneyland’s August refurbishments here.
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Ample Hills Creamery, at Disney’s Boardwalk, offers many unique ice cream flavors. Served in a whimsical setting reminiscent of an old-school ice cream parlor, the ice cream is literally the cherry on top of the atmosphere. Be sure to sample a couple of flavors before ordering as you will find it difficult to choose.
As you enter the creamery you will be drawn to the menu sign and the pastel colors of the decorative elements providing some fun pops of color. The sign boasts of ice cream flavors, cones, cups, milkshakes, and build-your-own sundaes.
When you walk along the queue, you will want to refer to the ordering flowchart to assist you with your decision to purchase an ice cream. There are a variety of ice cream flavors and ice cream cones. You can choose two flavors for any size ice cream you order. Looking for something a little less drippy? Try a fun and fabulous milkshake. If you are looking for something more elaborate be sure to look at the Build-Your-Own Sundae chart. If you thought it would be difficult to choose a flavor of ice cream, just wait until you see the choices for putting together a sundae!
Sampling some of the flavors is key here. I sampled the Peppermint Pattie, Nonna D’s Oatmeal Lace, and the Ooey Gooey Butter Cake. I decided on Sally Sells Seashells, which is a fresh and fluffy marshmallow ice cream with house made salty chocolate seashells. This particular flavor is exclusive to the Ample Hills Creamery on Disney’s Boardwalk. Lucky for me there are no calorie contents listed on the menu and I opted not to ask.
The Sally Sells Seashells flavor was delicious. I do have to say that my favorite was the Ooey Gooey Butter Cake and I will likely order that one on my next visit; and sample three of the flavors I have not tried yet. I absolutely love ice cream and this new ice cream parlor has the best ice cream I have tasted outside of the creamery I frequented as a child in New England. Certainly Ample Hills Creamery is serving up the best ice cream on the Walt Disney World Resort property. I highly recommend you visit Ample Hills Creamery on Disney’s Boardwalk for a flavorful treat you will not soon forget.
What flavor of ice cream will you try when you visit the Boardwalk’s Ample Hills Creamery? Leave your comments in the box below.
I began watching OUAT from the beginning and I never looked back. I’m a sucker for all things fairy tale and that Disney had a series with Snow White, the Wicked Queen and every other character imaginable? You couldn’t keep me away. I wait with bated breath for each season to start and especially when season 5 premiered. Emma becoming the Dark One??? What the…
Season 5 takes the cast and in turn, the viewer, to more locations than just the dark forest and Storybrooke. Besides those usual places, this season we travel to Camelot, the Underworld, DunBroch, Boston, New York and I’m sure some other lands I can’t recall right now. Like pure Once fashion, new characters we have known and loved, are introduced into the ‘family’. Owning the entire season on Blu-Ray is awesome, for fans like me because you get to watch your favorite episodes, whenever you want, but also the bonus features are such a delight!
• Audio Commentary: A couple of episodes have commentary featuring the creators of the series Adam Horowitz and Edward Kitsis, Jennifer Morrison (Emma Swan). There is also commentary from writers Jerome Schwartz and David Goodman and Colin O’Donoghue (Captain Hook).
• “Tales From The Underworld: A Knight With Cruella”: A featurette starring Victoria Smurfit as Cruella and James Marsters (Spike from “Buffy”), lamenting the fate of the underworld.
• “Merida In Storybrooke”: A behind the scenes look at Amy Manson, the actress who plays Merida. Everything Manson goes through to become Merida, and her getting to know and hanging out with Mulan (Jamie Chung) and Ruby (Meghan Ory).
Fun fact: the bow she uses is an exact replica of the one from the animated movie!
• Boopers/Gag Reel: Pretty self-explanatory. I always love a good gag reel, and this one does not disappoint!
• Deleted Scenes: Fun little tid bits that were left out of the final edit.
All in all I thoroughly enjoyed rewatching the “Once Upon A Time” episodes I had all ready seen and discovering all the new things that are included in this 5 disc Blu-Ray set. It’s a must for anyone’s collection.
A new dose of cuddly toy magic is coming home, with the Doc McStuffins: Toy Hospital DVD coming October 18th! Doc, and the toys take on all new adventures in an exciting new world.
Join Doc as she expands her practice from the backyard clinic to the magical new world of McStuffinsville, where she will carry on a family tradition by becoming Chief Resident of McStuffins Toy Hospital! I must admit I got tears in my eyes, when I realized Doc’s grandma knew about the toy magic! The DVD also includes the heart warming Adoption story arc! This DVD is Filled with over 2 hours of new episodes & songs. Plus, a FREE exclusive toys ponder bracelet is packed inside!
Synopsis:Join Doc as she expands her practice from the backyard clinic to the magical new world of McStuffinsville, where she will carry on a family tradition by becoming Chief Resident of McStuffins Toy Hospital. After Grandma McStuffins shares the news that she too has the ability to bring toys to life, she transports Doc and her friends to McStuffinsville, a magical world made up entirely of toys. There, Doc appoints Lambie in charge of the toy nursery, Stuffy on vet duty, Chilly as receptionist and Hallie as head nurse.
Also featured are four episodes highlighting the McStuffins’ family experience as they encounter the joys of adoption after Mom and Dad McStuffins announce that they are adopting a baby. Storylines focus on a variety of emotions and situations young children can encounter when a new baby arrives in the family.
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Great news! You can save up to 20%* on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for stays most nights this fall.
Here are the travel dates being offered:
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When you stay at a Walt Disney World resort, you’re always in the middle of the magic! You also enjoy Disney Resort Hotel Guest benefits – including Extra Magic Hours, complimentary MagicBands and early access to FastPass+ planning.**
And, with popular seasonal events, it’s the perfect time to visit. You can join the festive winter celebration for live entertainment, spectacular fireworks and oh-so-jolly parade at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park (separate admission required). You can also discover global traditions at Holidays Around the World at Epcot World Showcase. Plus, you can experience the story of Christmas with a celebrity narrator, joyous pageantry and stirring music during Candlelight Processional.
*The number of rooms allocated for this offer is VERY limited. Length-of-stay requirements may apply. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room. Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than two adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes campsites, 3-bedroom villas, Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms. 20% savings for select Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts; lower savings may be available for other Resorts.
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Disney knocked out last year’s number one, Royal Caribbean down a spot with Norwegian and Holland American Line right behind them. Carnival Cruise Line did not make the list at all.
Disney Cruise Line benefits from its ‘master brand’ equity and is the family cruise line of choice for Gen X and Millennial families according to vice president of brand solutions at Nielsen Holdings N.V., Joan Sinopoli. Nielsen Holdings N.V. is the owner of Harris Poll.
Sinopoli said:
“What’s interesting about cruise lines is that each generation has their favorite cruise line brand, Disney displays the highest brand equity among Generation X, which makes sense given it is the largest generation with younger children. Norwegian Cruise Line and its ‘freestyle cruising’ — with the freedom to dress up or down, no set dining times and no fixed schedule — is popular with millennials, and baby boomers bestow Holland America, known for its elegant yet laid back atmosphere, the highest equity ratings.”
Disney Cruise Lines departs from 5 different ports and travels to many fun-filled ports of call for families, as well as has its own private island in the Bahamas. There are special holiday cruises and fun days at sea including Star Wars and Frozen deck parties. With 4 amazing ships there is something for everyone.
Which is your favorite Cruise line? Comment below!
Twitter user @MaagicConch was able to capture an incident that occurred Sunday night with one of the Disney Characters at the Hollywood Studios performance of Fantasmic.
As you can see in the video Dopey falls off the upper level of the character boat onto Goofy on the first level. Chip runs over to assist Dopey while he is on the ground.
We were able to find a second video with a more straight on shot of the incident from twitter user @ariipariee
Disney’s Theatrical Production and Alex Timbers have gone their separate ways on the developing production of “Frozen”. “Making the tough calls when creating a new Broadway musical is never easy, but this was especially painful,” said Thomas Schumacher, the president and producer of Disney Theatrical Productions, in a statement. “Alex Timbers is one of the most exciting and innovative theater directors I know, and we’ve proudly worked with him from my support of the early development of ‘Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson’ through our work together on ‘Peter and the Starcatcher.’ Though we have chosen to go in another direction with this role, we are committed to seeing ‘Frozen’s’ tremendous theatrical potential brought to life onstage.”
Disney is still looking for a replacement for Timbers, and it’s not clear whether the change will affect the announced production timeline. “Frozen” has been scheduled for a pre-Broadway run at Denver Center for the Performing Arts in the summer 2017, ahead of a spring 2018 opening on Broadway.
Timbers co-directed “Peter and the Starcatcher,” the stage show developed by Disney on the way to a Tony-winning Broadway run. “Frozen” is a much larger production with far higher stakes for Disney; both DTP and Timbers are not talking on the exact reason for the exit.
Earlier this year, Timbers directed a developmental lab of “Frozen” with a crew of actors that included Betsy Wolfe (“Bullets Over Broadway,” the upcoming “Falsettos”) as Elsa, Patti Murin (“Lysistrata Jones”) as Anna and Okieriete Onaodowan (“Hamilton”) as Kristoff. (Actors who appear in a show during development work don’t always appear in the future premiere.)
The “Frozen” creative team also lost choreographer Peter Darling in recent months, replaced by Christopher Gattelli (“Newsies). Presently, “Frozen,” adapted by movie co-creators Jennifer Lee, Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, is scheduled for Denver next summer, with exact run dates still to be set. The precise details for the spring 2018 engagement on Broadway have yet to be determined. Rumors have it that the show will end up at the St. James Theater, but that hasn’t been officially confirmed.
These beautiful signs are a foot tall and are printed on a dimensional board. I love the elegant backdrop of grey with the contrasting white Mickey heads. The black and red letters on top also really make the phrase POP! The sign comes pre-mounted and even comes with foam tape on the back that you can hang the sign with, talk about convenient! They have a nice, sturdy, thick look to them, and are printed on a lightweight heavy-duty board. I think these would be fabulous in a living room or dining room on an accent wall, perhaps surrounded with a collage of frames filled with Disney vacation pictures. You can check out these great signs in their shop here: Love, Laughter & Disney Sign.
What do you think of these whimsical Disney signs?
Directed by Mira Nair, the film stars David Oyelowo and Lupita Nyong’o “Queen of Katwe” is a vibrant true story of a young girl from the streets of rural Uganda who becomes an international chess champion.
It will make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 10, and open in limited release on September 23, expanding September 30, 2016.
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