Will Angelina Jolie wake Sleeping Beauty?
With “Maleficent,” the postmodern take on “Sleeping Beauty,” gaining momentum at Disney, there’s also a star who could be surging with it: Angelina Jolie. Earlier this week, the news broke that Disney had hired its longtime collaborator Linda Woolverton (“Beauty and the Beast,” “The Lion King”) to work on the
Disneyworld ‘Tron-orail’ divides Disney faithful
One of Walt Disney World’s monorail trains has undergone a radical makeover. The familiar, single-striped paint job has been replaced by the image of a motorcycle set against a blue background on the front cab — with a shimmering trail of light that extends the length of the train. The
Annual Passholder D Street Sneak Peek
On Saturday, April 3, 2010, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Passholders will have an opportunity to be among the first guests to experience the opening of D Street at Walt Disney World, the newest merchandise location where urban inspired product “intersects” with a Disney creative edge. Passholders will also
‘Villains Tonight!’ Premieres Aboard the Disney Magic
From the Disney Park Blog: We are just days away from officially premiering “Villains Tonight!” aboard the Disney Magic. We sneaked into one of the dress rehearsals and captured this really cool photo featuring Ursula and her sea creatures performing a Copacabana Club-inspired take of “Poor Unfortunate Souls.” I’m catching
‘The Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ International Trailer
Walt Disney Pictures has released an international trailer for Nicolas Cage’s ‘The Sorcerer’s Apprentice’ film. The film is set to release this summer, July 16, 2010. For more information about the movie look below. Walt Disney Studios, producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Jon Turteltaub, the creators of the “National Treasure”
Disney World bus crash 911 call
Article from the Orlando Sentinel: The Orange County Sheriff’s Office released a 911 call this morning (Wednesday) in the two-bus crash Tuesday that sent eight people to the hospital, one with serious injuries. A Walt Disney World bus struck the back of an empty — stopped because of an apparent
Disney off the Beaten Path: Spending Eternity at the Happiest Place on Earth
No, don’t be alarmed: Disney hasn’t gone into the funeral business, although if they did, rest assured there would be takers. But it just so happens that some die-hard (I’m keeping the pun) Disney fans have taken matters into their own hands and decided that spending eternity at the happiest
Nuclear plant shutdown saps some of Disney World’s power
Problems at a nuclear power plant on Florida’s Gulf coast have created a bit of a headache for Walt Disney World. Progress Energy’s nuclear plant in Crystal River has been shut down since late last year, after workers in the midst of a maintenance project discovered a crack in the
Disney’s Princess and the Frog BluRay/DVD Combo Giveaway
Chip and Co will be giving away a free copy of the hit Disney Movie Princess and the Frog on BluRay/DVD Combo Pack between now and Wednesday March 31st 2010. How to Enter: Goto the Chip and Co Facebook Page and become a Fan if you are not already On
Classic Disney – Chip and Dale with Peanut
File this under awwww! to cute Name: “Chip and Dale with Peanut” Release Date: 03/27/10 Location: Disney’s Soda Fountain & Studio Store – Hollywood, CA SKU: 909112390 Retail: $10.95 Edition Size: 300 Link This limited edition pin features Chip and Dale with a peanut. The pin will be released on
Disneyworld Eye Sore or Fond Memory..You decide
For as long as I can remember when making my rounds in Fantasyland I and countless others have walked by the above picture. Now it is home to stroller parking and usually has a Cast Member directing people away. But where did it come from? It was called Skyway to
Ask a Disney Question: Does Disney Cruise Lines Play Recent Movies on Board?
Roger B. asks: I read somewhere that they have a movie theater and I wondered if my family and I would be able to see Alice in Wonderland on our upcoming trip…? Love the site keep up the great work! I told all my friends about ChipandCo!! Roger: Thanks for reading
Alien Vs. Pooh: A Bedtime Story For the Little Gamer In Your Life
You probably think you’ve already read all of the adventures of Christopher Robin and Pooh in the 100 Aker Wood. You’ve read about the the spelling bee, about Tigger’s dreams of Africa and the Harvest Festival. But have you, I wonder, ever read about the time when Aliens came to
Ask a Disney Question: What’s the Best Value Resort?
Nancy W. writes: What is the best value resort to stay at while visiting Disney World? Are some better than others or offer more features? Nancy: Thanks for your question. I love staying at the values. It gets you on site for a reasonable price and gives you most of the perks
