A bittersweet ‘Toy Story’ Goodbye for John Morris, voice of Andy
Very touching article from the LA Times who talk with John Morris the voice of Andy in Toy Story 3: His own toy story began 18 years ago. John Morris was a little boy, just 7 years old, and when he became part of Hollywood history he wasn’t even paying attention — he was
What’s old is new again as ‘Captain EO’ returns to Epcot
This article comes to us from The Daily Disney at the Orlando Sentinel: Walt Disney World continues its wave of nostalgia with the rebirth of Captain EO — a 3-D sci-fi movie featuring Michael Jackson and a crew of fuzzy space explorers — at Epcot. The film, which ran at
Harry Potter & Disney Fans Love Butterbeer
Got butterbeer? Harry Potter fans are all abuzz about butterbeer, and they’ve got the foamy mustaches to prove it. The cold and creamy, frothy drink is the most popular food item at the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando, according to Universal spokesman Tom Schroder, with visitors
The Fortune Teller on Main Street, U.S.A
A quarter may not get you much these days, but on Main Street, U.S.A., in Disneyland park, for 25 cents you can take home a unique piece of nostalgia – your very own fortune from Esmeralda. Many of our guests have been coming here for years to see what Esmeralda
Michael Jackson’s Captain EO returns to Epcot at Walt Disney World
The first preview showing of Michael Jackson’s Captain EO 3D film took place on June 30, 2010 at Walt Disney World’s Epcot theme park. The popular film returns 16 years after leaving Epcot in its original run. Included here are interviews with the vice president of Epcot and two Walt
Disney Store Celebrates Grand Opening of New Store Design
Yesterday, Disney Store celebrates the launch of its newly-designed store with a grand opening event at The Shops at Montebello complex in Montebello, Calif, just outside of Los Angeles. A crowning achievement of The Walt Disney Company, the high-tech makeover of Disney Store solidifies the retailer’s global leadership in children’s
Encore! Dream Our Dreams, A Musical Tribute to the Legacy of Disney
This article comes to us from the Disney Parks Blog: Rehearsals are underway for the Encore! Cast Choir and Orchestra’s summer production, Dream Our Dreams, A Musical Tribute to the Legacy of Disney. I had a chance to peek in on the volunteer ensemble last week as they practiced and
Toy Story 3 Characters Already a Hit for Guests at Walt Disney World Resort
Weeks before the release of Toy Story 3, guests at Walt Disney World Resort had a sneak peek at characters and storylines from the new hit film. Since early May, guests have experienced the new characters in many ways, through attractions, shows and parades, merchandise, and food and beverage. It’s
Toy Story Playland Opens August 17th 2010 at Disneyland Resort Paris
It’s official: TOY STORY PLAYLAND OPENS 17th AUGUST 2010 at Walt Disney Studios Park! Confirmed on signs at the resort and now in the latest Envie de + passholder magazine. My French is a little rusty from school but you can check out the Official Word here. Source DLRP Magic!
Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund has Announced the 2010 Grant Recipients
Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund has announced the 2010 recipients of nearly $1.5 million in grants to protect vulnerable wildlife and ecosystems around the world. The funding enables nonprofit organizations to provide support for more than 45 species across the globe–from protecting the critically endangered Sumatran rhino in Indonesia, to tracking
Disneyworld Character Changes July 2010
Confirmed Character Changes: DAK’s Good Times Gathering Spot is home to an interactive character experience this summer; June 13th-August 7th, 10:00a-3:00p daily. Power Rangers are leaving DHS on August 8th. Vidia is going to start making appearances at Pixie Hollow in August. Duffy the Disney Bear is going to start
Amanda Seyfried is Disney’s New Cinderella
Word is coming in from around the Disney Blog-o-Sphere that Amanda Seyfried has been chosen to play Cinderella in the upcoming live action Disney Movie Reboot. The script for the latest adaptation is written by Aline Brosh McKenna the woman who such films as The Devil Wears Prada and 27
Disney Family and Teri Hatcher Announce New Take a Chance – Make a Change Contest
Disney Family.com announced today the first ever Take a Chance – Make a Change Contest inspiring people to visit GetHatched.com, Disney Online’s latest Web site created with award winning actress Teri Hatcher. The contest encourages people to share a life-long goal that they have yet to achieve, with the grand
Dessertarians Unite – Don’t take away our Disney Desserts!
I was in shock when I read this article from Anonymouse earlier this month about Disney possibly dropping desserts from the Dining Plan. I am by nature a Dessertarian. I fell in love with the Desserts at Disney ever since my very first visit to Walt Disney World. For me
