Limited Time Show Welcoming Princess Elena of Avalor to Stream Live at Magic Kingdom on August 11th

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August 3, 2016

Princess Elena of Avalor will make her debut at Walt Disney World Resort on August 11th at Magic Kingdom. Disney Parks Blog will be there to live stream the first performance of “The Royal Welcome of Princess Elena of Avalor” at 10:45 am EST on August 11th as part of #DisneyParks LIVE. This is a limited time show taking place on the Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage and will be presented several times daily beginning August 12th.

Cinderella and Prince Charming appear on the stage of the castle, dándole la bienvenida (giving a welcome) to everyone to this magical kingdom and introducing their special guest from Avalor. Princess Elena arrives accompanied by a troupe of regal banner carriers and musicians and when asked to share her historia, Elena picks up a guitarra and joins her musicians in a performance of the song “My Time,” recounting her magical adventures and triumphant return to Avalor.

You can also see Princess Elena on the Disney Channel series “Elena of Avalor” every Friday at 7:30 p.m.

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Disney Designer Dolls 2016 Collection Coming Soon

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August 3, 2016

A new collection of Disney Designer Dolls will be releasing next month, through the end of the year. These dolls are known for their intricate designs, and attention to details. Last year we saw Disney Princesses and their Princes, we’ve also seen a collection devoted to Villains.

This year’s collection will bring us, Princesses and Heroes, matched with their foes! The first pre-order Began in Disney Stores on August 2, and should be available online soon! The first collection is Beauty and the Beast. The story of Beauty and the Beast enchanted the world 25 years ago. To celebrate this cherished classic, the Disney Store is is launching Limited Edition Dolls inspired by this magical story.

Introducing the Limited Edition Belle, Beast and Gaston Dolls!

Other future collections to look forward to include, Sleeping Beauty, Alice in Wonderland, Cinderella and more! Look for them to be available for pre-order in store and online!

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is A New Magical Journey

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Danielle

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August 3, 2016

Disney is my main love and passion, but I’m a sucker for fairy tales. Be them old or new, fantasy or sci-fi, I love a good story that tells a tale that will last a life time. With the release of the new Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Theatrical Play Book, I feel like it’s a modern tale for us all.

I wasn’t originally all that into Harry Potter in the beginning. I remember with fondness how much my little brother enjoyed them though. It wasn’t until I befriended one of my now best friends Hilary, that I fell in love with this new classic. I had always hoped that one day Disney Parks would have the Wizarding World. Alas Universal took the prize! It doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy the stories, or the new book though! This release has had record breaking sales. Dare I say the book has brought a bit of magic back to the story world. I really feel it’s something that is also a great read for Disney fans. It really brings a different kind of fairy tale to life. This new story is the perfect dose of Magic. It will help keep me inspired while waiting for the next Disney Fairy Tale Movie.

I don’t know about you, but this magic loving girl is ready to dive in to a new tale of fantasy and heroism.

You can get Harry Potter and the Cursed child as an E-Book or Hardcover now on Amazon.

Is the Great Movie Ride Closing in 2018?

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August 3, 2016

Hey there Disney Gossip fans. I am back with the latest Disney Gossip! Today I have some juicy gossip from Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

The latest gossip is that Disney is going to be closing down the The Great Movie Ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and replacing it with a new ride/attraction. It seems Turner Classic Movies is going to let their contract run out in 2018 and end their sponsorship of the ride. Word on the street is that they are replacing it with The Great Mickey Ride???

No information on what it would entail but I would imagine it would feature a certain Mouse named Mickey. But in all seriousness they are going to try to stick with the trackless ride experience.

I hear Disney is trying to do away with affiliations with outside companies and stick with their own in house brands like Marvel, Star Wars, etc. Makes sense.

As with all of my rumors as soon as something becomes official my boy Chip will post it.

That is all the Disney gossip I have for now. For my past gossip articles be sure to check them out here. Got any good gossip/rumors please email me at anonymouse@chipandco.com or on my Facebook page.

‘Frozen, a Musical Spectacular’ to begin on the Disney Cruise ship the Wonder this November

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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August 3, 2016

If you were excited to hear the news a while back about a new Frozen musical that would be showing on the Disney Cruise Line’s ship, The Wonder, then you’ll be happy to know that an opening date of November 10, 2016 has officially been set. Disney announced the newest details on their blog:

Exciting news from the high seas today! For the “first time in forever,” the beloved animated hit “Frozen” is getting the Disney Cruise Line theatrical treatment as a new stage show exclusively aboard the Disney Wonder. “Frozen, A Musical Spectacular” debuts, along with a wave of new enhancements to the ship, on cruises starting Nov. 10, 2016, from Galveston, Texas.

The story of royal sisters Anna and Elsa will be presented like never before, with an innovative combination of traditional theatrical techniques, modern technology and classic Disney whimsy, completely unique to the Disney Wonder production. The show features dynamic costumes and sets, remarkable special effects, and spectacular production numbers that expand upon the most imaginative elements of the film.

To adapt this blockbuster animated feature into a quintessential stage production, Walt Disney Imagineering Creative Executive Kevin Eld assembled a team of distinguished creative talent with Broadway credits and theatrical accolades. The production is led by Tony Award-nominated director Sheryl Kaller (“Next Fall,” “Mothers and Sons”). Joining the creative team are Tony Award-winning costume designer Paloma Young (“Peter and the Starcatcher”), choreographer Josh Prince (“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical”), scenic designer Jason Sherwood (“Paint Your Wagon”), and writer Sara Wordsworth (“In Transit”).

“Frozen, a Musical Spectacular” will feature music direction by Marco Paguia, projection design by Aaron Rhyne and lighting design by Rui Rita. Dynamic puppetry by Michael Curry, whose designs are featured in Disney’s Tony Award-winning Broadway musical “The Lion King,” will bring exciting physicality to characters like Sven and Olaf.

It all sounds so magical to us! Will you be booking a cruise on the Wonder to enjoy the new exclusive stage show?

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Art in August to Begin at Disney Springs

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August 3, 2016

In case you missed it, you should know that last month, Disney announced their Disney Springs Grand Opening Summer Celebration. The summer-long celebration is to honor the newly renovated and re-imagined Disney Springs; the former Downtown Disney. With plenty of new shops and restaurants to check out, Disney Springs is quickly becoming one of the most exciting attractions at the Walt Disney World Resort for guests. In keeping with their plan to celebrate all summer long, Disney has announced that August will be the month of Art:

“Art in August” kicks off this Thursday, August 4, 2016, at Disney Springs Marketplace. With tents set up throughout the promenade, guests can expect to find Disney artists like Don “Ducky” Williams, handmade treasures including jewelry from Jortra and stationary from Boiled Books, and unique keepsakes such as the latest Precious Moments Dolls from doll designer Linda Rick.

Every weekend (Thursday through Sunday) in August, new artisans will be featured. Painters like Greg MCCullough, Darren Wilson, William Silvers, Joe Kaminski and Jasmine Becket-Griffith will sit alongside niche craftsman who sell items that include giftable plants (Petal Pushers), Handmade Soaps and Beauty Products (Rinse) and decorative house and garden flags (Swaying in the Breeze). Guests can expect to find jewelry made from recycled beads at Magic Ink and decorative Italian masks from Annalisa Masks. Pop Gallery, the eclectic art haven on the West Side, will have a booth featuring unique pieces, as will Name Works. And on select dates, these diverse artists will be joined by photographer Carlos Cuba, Precious Moments figurine sculptor Hiko Maeda, and game designer Quynh Kimball. Whether you prefer your art “fine” or simply “fun,” there’s something for everyone!

Click here to see the full schedule of Art in August events. Keep your eyes peeled, as there is the possibility that additional artists may get added to the lineup 😉

Will you be checking out the beautiful art in Disney Springs this month?

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Disney Announces New Star Wars Rebels Interactive Adventure

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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August 3, 2016

If you enjoy a great scavenger hunt, or are even a fan of the Agent P Mission at Epcot, then you’ll be excited to hear that Disney announced that Disney Floral and Lucasfilm are partnering up to offer guests a chance to join the rebellion with a new interactive quest!

Disney announced these details on their blog:

Top Secret Mission Detail #1: The Mission

The Star Wars Rebels Interactive Adventure takes you from your resort room “barracks” on an interactive role-playing mission to the Star Tours Attraction. You’ll go “under cover” as an Imperial Security Officer, complete with rank bar, cap, satchel, and diversion tattoos. The Empire is always watching, so make sure they don’t identify you as the Rebel Spy!

Top Secret Mission Detail #2: The Tech

The adventure features unique technology exclusive to this experience. Through an augmented reality app on your smartphone, Ezra Bridger leads you on a mission to thwart the Empire. By scanning targets or “wayfinders” featured around your resort room and Star Tours, Ezra leads you to hidden information and gear needed to complete your mission.

The rebel tech on your phone allows you to experience the adventure again and again, even after returning home from the Disney Parks!

Top Secret Mission Detail #3: The Gear

With equipment to help on your adventure, the mission includes a disguise and your data card to transmit information to the rebels at Star Tours. Other collectibles include a Jedi holocron, lightsaber, Rebel journal, 4 Empire recruitment posters, and an Empire door banner.

Have multiple rebels in your party? You can add-on elements of this adventure for everyone to experience!

Top Secret Mission Detail #4: The Reward

Once you’ve completed your mission, you’ll be rewarded like any true hero with a Medal of Bravery. Presented in a rebel lock box wrapped with a Phoenix symbol, this medal can only be recovered upon completion of your mission. Like the one seen in the film Star Wars: A New Hope, the medal’s design features a lanyard, which can be personalized, to identify your victory.

Are you brave enough to answer the call and thwart the Empire’s efforts? Then enlist today by visiting the Disney Floral and Gifts at Walt Disney World, (407-WDW-GIFT) or Disney Floral and Gifts at Disneyland (714-781-GIFT). Delivery to Disney resorts begins August 15th.

I don’t know about you, but I think this interactive adventure is going to be a blast!

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Universal Studios Orlando is now hiring over 2,500 new employees at $10 a hour!

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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August 2, 2016

If you have ever had a dream of working for Universal Studios in Orlando now is your chance, not only are they currently hiring over 2,500 new employees but they are also keeping to their word of increasing pay to $10.00 an hour!

Universal Studios Orlando is hiring full time, part time, and seasonal team members. They are looking for team members to fill positions such as Culinary, Food Services, Security, Custodial, Parking & Transportation, Warehouse, and more.

In a press release on Monday Universal representative said;

“The increase is part of Universal Orlando’s ongoing effort to provide the best possible work environment for its team members. Base rates will continue to be reviewed moving forward,”

In a memo last month Universal let employees know they will be giving more complimentary tickets for friends and family with no blackout dates and complimentary entrance to Wet ‘n Wild.

Complimentary tickets to Universal and Wet ‘n Wild, no blackout dates, higher pay and a job?

If you are interested in applying for a position at Universal Studios Orlando, click here.

Original World of Color & Fantasy in the Sky coming back and Paint the Night Parade departing

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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August 2, 2016

We have some good news and bad news today from Disneyland & California Adventure.

According to the Disney Parks Blog they are going to be bringing back the original World of Color back to California Adventure beginning September 6th, with all the great sequences of Disney animation and music you remember, from WALL-E and Eve zipping through the cosmos to Pocahontas exploring just around the river-bend.

Over at the Disneyland park, you’ll once again be able to enjoy the timeless soundtrack of Disney’s “Fantasy in the Sky” fireworks spectacular when it lights up the sky over Sleeping Beauty Castle Friday through Sunday evenings starting September 9th. Versions of “Fantasy in the Sky” date back to 1958, when Walt Disney envisioned the show as a spectacular “kiss goodnight” for his Disneyland guests.

That is it for the good news, now it is time for the bad news…

According to the Disneyland Today twitter account they have confirmed that the Paint the Night Parade in Disneyland will come to an end on September 5th, along with Disneyland Forever fireworks.

The Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration is coming to an end on September 5th so this seemed like a good time to make changes at Disneyland and California Adventure.

Ok I think that is it for today. There has been so much news at Disneyland it is really hard to keep up. Just check out this page for all the info.

Fun Disney Vacation Glitter Tank Tops to Make you Sparkle

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Danielle

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August 2, 2016

I can’t keep calm I’m at Disney! Is totally how I always feel when ever I step foot on property. Check out these delightful Bella racerback Glitter Tank Tops from SarahsScribbles1. They are the perfect way to show off how you feel on your next trip!

This one of kind Disney inspired shirt will probably have people stopping you all over the parks asking where you got that shirt! Bella tank tops are a lightweight material which are perfect for those warm sunny days in the Disney parks. I love this style because they have a flowy shape that is also flattering on any body type. This tank top comes in black, if you are also interested in a Mommy & Me twist, there’s an option for girls shirts as well!

Now we just need to find the perfect accessories. What would you style with this unique and sparkly Disney Tank? I know I can’t wait to get mine!

D23 Celebrates the 25th Anniversary of the Beauty & the Beast

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Chip

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August 2, 2016

This year, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast—the first animated film ever to be nominated for an Academy Award^® for Best Picture—celebrates its 25th anniversary, and Disney twenty-three is giving fans a spectacular look at the film from its inception to its timeless legacy. The issue features interviews with Paige O’Hara (Belle), Robby Benson (Beast), Angela Lansbury (Mrs. Potts), David Ogden Stiers (Cogsworth), Richard White (Gaston), composer Alan Menken, screenwriter Linda Woolverton, producer Don Hahn, and many more, as well as stories about how the film has been equally successful in Disney theme parks and on stage. Plus, readers will learn more about the live-action adaptation of the film, coming to theaters in 2017.

The issue, exclusively for Gold Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, also features a Fall TV Preview, which includes interviews with ABC’s Once Upon a Time creators Eddy Kitsis and Adam Horowitz; the producers and stars of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.; and Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh (who created Phineas and Ferb), who reveal details about their new Disney XD show,Milo Murphy’s Law. Plus, Hayley Atwell of Agent Carter and Cinderella gives fans a preview of her new ABC show, Conviction, and shares with readers her favorite Disneyland attractions.

Also included in the fall publication of Disney twenty-three is an exclusive interview with Benedict Cumberbatch about his upcoming Marvel film Doctor Strange; a look at how Disney Theatrical Group creates spectacular shows for Broadway and beyond; a peek at the creation of Disney’s newest princess, Elena of Avalor; and a story focusing on the timeless artwork of Dumbo to toast the film’s 75th anniversary. The issue also includes regular columns such as Ask Dave, From the Vault, A Walk with Walt, and a special “From the Desk of” to celebrate the fifth anniversary of Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa.

The celebration of Beauty and the Beast’s 25th anniversary continues on September 5, when D23 Members—and Disney fans—are invited to join the festivities as the club kicks off its annual Fanniversaryevent. D23 will be holding member screenings of the groundbreaking film around the country, Gold Members will receive special “selfie kits” with the fall publication, and D23.com will offer fans exclusive features, new videos, printables, recipes, and much more. Fans are invited to “be our guest” for this 25-day event, and to use the hashtag #D23Fanniversary on social media to join the conversation. More details will be available in the coming weeks at D23.com/D23Fanniversary.

Disney twenty-three, which is delivered directly to fans’ doorsteps, is offered exclusively to D23 Gold and Gold Family Members as a benefit of their membership. The latest issue will begin arriving in late August.

Lovely and Colorful Cartoon Mickey Mouse Car Seat Covers

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Danielle

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August 2, 2016

There really is no such thing as too much Mickey Mouse for me! I already have Mickey Car Seat covers, but I can always use more to swap out with! These Mickey Mouse Car Seat Covers look really soft and plush too!

What I love about these covers, is that you get a set that will do the entire front, and back seat of the car! You get 2 Front Seat Saddle Covers, 2 Front Seat Back Covers, 1 Rear Seat Three-person Saddle Cover, 1 Rear Seat Three-person Back Cover and 4 Neckrest Covers! How great is that? Plush Mickey Mouse Car Seat Covers for everything! The design has the back of Mickey, with him extending an arm to hold up a red flower. There are four different color options to choose from, lavender, pink, red, or black. I’m a purple fan soooo I think we know which choice I’m looking at. Get yours here!

Would you redecorate your car with these soft and luxurious Mickey Mouse Car Seat Covers?