Geek-End Update, Saturday, October 9. 2010
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Foxxfur at Passport to Dreams pontificates on…
Wanted: Hero “Flynn Rider” from Disney’s Tangled
When the kingdom’s most wanted—and most charming—bandit, Flynn Rider (voice of Zachary Levi), is taken hostage by Rapunzel (voice of Mandy Moore), a feisty teen with 70 feet of golden hair who’s looking for her ticket out of the tower where she’s been locked away for years, the unlikely duo
Verizon and the Disney and ESPN Media Networks Group Extend Agreement
Verizon and the Disney and ESPN Media Networks Group (DEMN) on Thursday (Oct. 7) entered into a long-term, wide-ranging agreement that will continue to provide Verizon customers with the Disney and ESPN services they already receive, as well as future access to new services, including ESPN Goal Line, ESPN 3D,
First-Ever Benefit Sale for United Way and Other Local Nonprofits
Just in time for the holiday season, United Way (UW) is announcing The Benefit Sale, hosted and sponsored by Walt Disney World Resort. Supporting the efforts of UW and other local nonprofit agencies, the inaugural retail event on Saturday, November 6 from 5:30 – 9:30 a.m. will feature incredible discounts
Video: Johnny Depp thrills in school mutiny
Hollywood star Johnny Depp has made an unannounced visit to a London primary school after receiving a letter from one of its pupils. The actor turned up at the school in Greenwich, South London, dressed as his Pirates of the Caribbean alter-ego Captain Jack Sparrow. He said nine-year-old Beatrice had
Good Eats: Via Napoli in Epcot
Ever get a craving for good pizza while you’re visiting Walt Disney World? Well, you’re in luck. Via Nap0li, which opened in August in Epcot’s Italy pavilion, may just very well be the best pizza you’ve ever eaten. Featuring wood fired pizza made from winter wheat and topped with fresh
D23’s Sneak Peek at Times Square Disney Store
Start spreading the news! The Times Square Disney Store is about to open its doors, and D23 Members have the chance to be among the first to explore this incredible location. Guests will be treated to a delicious complimentary continental breakfast inside the breathtaking new venue, located in the heart
The Premiere of Shake It Up Television’s First Dance-Driven Sitcom
The buddy comedy “Shake It Up,” television’s first dance-driven sitcom, from veteran producers Chris Thompson (“Laverne & Shirley,” “Bosom Buddies”) and Rob Lotterstein (“The War at Home,” “Ellen”), premieres SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7 (8:30 p.m., ET/PT) on Disney Channel. The series stars 13-year-old Bella Thorne and 14-year-old Zendaya as best friends CeCe
Disney Junior branding effort launches
This article comes to us from Variety. The public process of rebranding longtime kid TV favorite Playhouse Disney as Disney Junior moves full speed ahead Monday with the launch of a series of customized ads for the new venture on the Disney Channel.The initial spot, to be unveiled during the
The Beautiful People, The Beautiful People
Private Practice: Complete Third Season
Another DVD review from my wife. She certainly loves Grey’s Anatomy and the Private Practice spin-off!
“Relive every moment of ABC’s hit drama Private Practice: The Complete Third Season – from the Golden …
Building the Disney Dream: Disney’s Oceaneer Club
Here is a sneak peek at the construction of the Disney Dream. Check out Andy’s Room and Monster’s Academy where the world of the Disney•Pixar “Toy Story” and “Monsters Inc” films will come to life.
Smokey Bear & Disney’s Bambi Remind Americans “Only You Can Prevent Wildfires”
The Advertising Council, in collaboration with the USDA Forest Service, the National Association of State Foresters (NASF) and Disney, announced today the launch of a new series of public service advertisements (PSAs) designed to raise awareness about wildfire prevention. The new PSAs feature characters and scenes from Disney’s Bambi and
Trip to the Blue Sky Cellar at DCA
From time to time I enjoy visiting the Blue Sky Cellar next to the winery at California Adventure. I get excited when the “bulletin boards” and displays are updated with new images and models to show what’s going on with future developments and construction. I thought I’d share photos from
Marvel and Activision Announce X-Men Destiny Video Game
A new breed of mutant heroes will invade game consoles next fall in X-Men(TM): Destiny, from Marvel(TM) Entertainment and Activision Publishing, Inc. The all-new original video game casts players as new mutant recruits in a rich, branching storyline that features a deep element of choice and gives players ultimate control
