Cinderella is Now Available on Blu-Ray, DVD, and Digital HD

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September 15, 2015

Today with Disney’s Cinderella arriving on Digital HD, Roku and Android TV are the newest devices that came on board with Disney Movies Anywhere, alongside iTunes, Google Play, Walmart’s VUDU, Amazon Video and Microsoft Movies & TV! Disney Movies Anywhere offers consumers even greater access to their digital collections of Disney, Disney•Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars movies at home and on the go.

To celebrate, here are some new clips of bonus material that are available on both Blu-ray and Disney Movies Anywhere!

Ballroom Detail

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First Dance

Wicked Stepmother

Always remember to, Have Courage and Be Kind!

I can’t wait to own this!

Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust

Maria

Disney’s THE JUNGLE BOOK Releases New Trailer!

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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September 15, 2015

The trailer from Disney’s THE JUNGLE BOOK is now available. A sneak peek posted earlier gave Disney Addicts a look at the scary and slightly dark version of the upcoming movie. The live action scenes and young Mowgli, played by newcomer Neel Sethi in the trailer show us that once again, Walt Disney Studios has a hit.

Under the direction of Jon Favreau, the epic adventure about Mowgli, a man-cub raised by a family of wolves. Threatened by the fearsome tiger Shere Khan (Idris Elba), Mowgli and his friends Bagheera (Ben Kingsley) and Baloo (Bill Murray) leave the jungle in search of a safer place. Along the way, Mowgli meets Kaa (Scarlett Johansson), and my favorite, King Louie (Christopher Walken) among others, who make Mowgli’s journey one full of excitement and discovery.

Along with Lupita Nyong’o as the mother wolf Raksha, and Giancarlo Esposito as the wolf pack’s alpha male Akela, “The Jungle Book” combines live-action with photorealistic CGI animals and environments, to bring us an incredible and breathtaking trip. “The Jungle Book” comes to a theatre near you on April 15, 2016.

Heroic New Animated Series PJ Masks to Debut on Disney Junior

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Danielle

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September 15, 2015

PJ Masks makes it’s international broadcast debut on Disney Junior in the U.S. on Friday, September 18, and will debut in France later this fall. The new show will then launch on Disney Junior channels around the globe in 2016.

PJ Masks is based on French author Romuald Racioppo’s imaginative picture book series titled “Les Pyjamasques”. It is a beloved series in France where the books launched in 2008. The beloved children’s books have published 15 titles to date, and plan to release two new titles every year. The TV series is produced by eOne and Frog Box, in collaboration with the award winning French animation studio TeamTO, and with Disney Junior and France 5.

“Our new landmark property, PJ Masks, brings popular superhero themes to a preschool audience and we’re incredibly excited about the upcoming premiere on Disney Junior and France 5,” says Olivier Dumont, Managing Director of eOne Family. “PJ Masks is a winning combination – both preschool boys and girls will love and be empowered by the show’s heroic and fantasy based story lines whilst being able to relate to the central themes of friendship and teamwork.”

PJ Masks pursues the exciting night time adventures of three young friends who turn into their dynamic super hero alter egos, Catboy, Owlette and Gekko! They transform when they put on their pajamas at night and activate their animal amulets. These 3 friends set off on action packed adventures, solve intriguing mysteries, and learn valuable lessons along the way. The “PJ Masks” series is a new kind of age appropriate super hero adventure. The stories feature great characters, sharp story lines and universal themes that resonate with preschoolers and their parents all over the world.

How exciting, new super heroes for our future Disney Addicts to connect with, I can’t wait to see the first episode on Friday September 18! Premiering later this fall will also be Goldie and Bear, a new cartoon giving us a twist on the story of Goldie Locks and the Three Bears.

Sneak peek of Disney’s Live Action Jungle Book

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Chip

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September 15, 2015

A sneak peek of Disney’s Live Action remake of the Jungle Book has been posted on twitter. Check it out…

Part 1 #TheJungleBook pic.twitter.com/Qr21RoVhe8

— Maria (@_MariaRPerez_) September 14, 2015

Part 2 #TheJungleBook pic.twitter.com/6lGELHj6f7 — Maria (@_MariaRPerez_) September 14, 2015

Disney was supposed to release the trailer yesterday but for some reason it never surfaced. As soon as it gets released we will have it on Chip and Co.

The Jungle book opens April 15, 2016, this live adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling story also stars Scarlett Johansson as Kaa, Bill Murray as Baloo, Idris Elba as Shere Khan, Ben Kingsley as Bagheera, Lupita Nyon’o as Raksha, Giancarlo Esposito as Akela and Christopher Walken and King Louie.

New Mary Poppins Live Action Musical In Development!

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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September 15, 2015

The opportunity to bring Disney Addicts news and updates is always an exciting one for me. Today however, I am jumping up and down and shouting the news from the rooftops as I step in time with joy!

My all time favorite Disney Movie, Mary Poppins is back! Well not exactly back, Walt Disney Studios is taking it one step further by making a new original live-action musical.

Rob Marshall is directing and John DeLuca and Marc Platt are producing the new film which takes place approximately 20 years after the original Mary Poppins. Set in Depression-Era London, it will take us on the next adventuress of Mary Poppins and the Banks family as told in P.L. Travers’ novels.

The original one and only, Mary Poppins, starring Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke was based on the first book but with 7 additional books in the Poppins series, there is plenty of adventure and story to tell.

Of course, no Disney film, much less one about Mary Poppins would be complete without the magic of music and this new film will bring us the duo of Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman who will be composing original songs and a new score. David Magee is joining the crew as screenplay writer.

Disney Studios and Marshall are working with the Travers estate and have full support from co-composer, Richard Sherman who along with his brother, the late Robert Sherman created the magical music in the original Mary Poppins including award winning songs like supercalifragilisticexpialidocious and Mr. Disney’s personal favorite – Feed the Birds.

Under the award winning direction of Mr. Marshall and crew and the recent success of Saving Mr. Banks in 2013, the new Mary Poppins will be a huge hit with audiences young and old.

Stay tuned for news about cast and production dates by visiting www.chipandco.com. And keep an eye for your favorite Entertainment Writer as I dance and jump from roof top to roof top with excitement.

Frozen Free Fall: Snowball Fight Brings Match-3 Puzzle to PC and Game Consoles

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September 15, 2015

With the launch of Frozen Free Fall: Snowball Fight, Disney Interactive is bringing the fun of one of Disney’s most popular mobile titles, Frozen Free Fall, to the living room with 195 FREE levels. This new title for console and PC delivers the fun match-3 style puzzles fans love plus an exciting multi-player mode that¹s perfect for competitions with family and friends.

Frozen Free Fall has been downloaded more than 100 million times, and combined players have spent more than 62 billion minutes playing the game, which is more than all the time fans have spent watching Frozen in theatres.

By re-imagining the title for new platforms, Disney Interactive is brining the gameplay fans love to a whole new audience. Disney Interactive is committed to creating new experiences for family gamers and will continue to explore new distribution methods and monetization models.

Check it out:

The only free-to-play match-3 style game available on console, Frozen Free Fall: Snowball Fight lets players match colorful ice crystals and unleash power-ups to progress through challenging levels and unlock new characters including Marshmallow and more! Multi-player mode also lets fans compete with friends and family to see who is the ultimate Snowball Fight champion.

Frozen Free Fall: Snowball Fight is available for digital download on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Steam.

Wishing you Faith, Trust, and Pixie Dust

Maria

Top 10 Reasons to Take a Fall Disney Vacation to Walt Disney World

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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September 15, 2015

Wondering when to take your next Walt Disney World Vacation? I recommend going in the Fall! This is my favorite time of year in Florida, and the Parks have so much to offer from September to November. Extend your summer vacation with a Disney trip! Here are the top 10 reasons you should take a Fall Disney World vacation:

10. Nice weather – The autumn temps are still hot enough to go to the water parks such as Typhoon Lagoon, but not so hot that you are uncomfortable. In October we are swimming at mid-day and have long sleeves on by 9pm. It’s the perfect, comfortable combination.

9. Shorter Lines- Most kids are back in school and the summer crowds fade away. The lines, especially at night, are quite short. Check the crowd calendars and Park hours each day to see the lowest predicted crowds are. Extra Magic Hours bring in more people, as does MNSSHP at Magic Kingdom on Party nights. Avoid MK on those dates and get Fastpasses for the popular rides.

8. Pumpkin Spice Latte’s...and many other fall treats, can be found around WDW. From Starbucks’ delicious lattes to the Main Street Confectionary’s Jack-o-latern Mickey cookies, you can indulge in some adorable and delicious fall seasonal desserts and beverages!

7. Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party- or “MNSSHP” is a spooktacular event that happens at Magic Kingdom starting late in September. The whole family can dress up and trick-or-treat around the Park, watch the Halloween Fireworks show, Parade, and see their favorite characters in costume! This is a separate ticketed event and happens on select nights. This is the only time adults can wear cosutmes into the Parks.

6. Discounts Galore! This fall several discounts were available for guests. Free Dining, which was announed in April (has ended for 2015) was one of the most anticipated promos this year. It was offered throughout the fall into December. People are booking with me NOW, over a year in advance, for anticipation of 2016’s Free Dining. It’s never too early to plan! The Room Discount can save you up to 35% off this fall on the room portion of your package. This annual promo always helps save people a lot of money! There are still rooms available under this offer. Other promotions included Annual Passholder, Florida Resident, and Military discounts. For more info on how to save money on your vacation, email me at [email protected]

5. Night of Joy- Every September the Night of Joy lights up the Magic Kingdom and sold out this year on September 11 & 12. This Christian music concert brings in some great bands and singers such as Toby Mac and Colton Dixon.

4. Wine & Dine- The tastiest Half Marathon in the World goes through the night starting at 10pm on November 7, ending in Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival at the World Showcase. There are races for all ages from the Diaper Dash for infants to the Jungle Jingle 5k through Animal Kingdom. Registration happens in April, so be on the look out for more info from runDisney.com and the YMBADA Race Team Facebook page if you want to participate next year. I can also help you book your room package at discounted rates! Just email me at [email protected]

3. Villains- The new Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular promises to be awesome this year! This stage show featuring the Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus will join other Villains on stage for an exclusive MNSSHP show. I love to meet the villains and special characters that are only out at Halloween time, such as Sally and Jack Skellington.

2. Availability- I find it easier to get rooms for my clients that want a specific resort or room type in September since it’s an off-peak season. (January is the other off-peak season that makes it easy to get exactly what you want but the weather is much cooler.) This goes for dining reservations and flights too! More options, at lower prices. I book flights and dining for my clients so they don’t have to worry about those details. I can help you too, just email me!

1.Epcot International Food and Wine Festival- The #1 reason I go to Disney World in the Fall is for this special event! It’s great for the whole family, or for a romantic night out. To read more about Food & Wine Fest, check out my articles: Top 10 Drinks to Try at Food & Wine Fest and Insider Tips for Enjoying Food & Wine Fest.

Why do you love fall vacations at Walt Disney World? Do you have a favorite season to visit? Let us know!

Ready to book your last minute fall getaway? Contact me today! Hurry rooms are filling quickly! If you are a planner like me and want to have over a year to pay off your trip, let’s book a 2016 trip in your budget. Email me at [email protected] or contact me on my Facebook Page HERE. Hope to see you this fall at WDW!

Disneyland Resort Refurbishment Calendar for September 2015

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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September 14, 2015

Here’s the most up-to-date list of attraction closures/refurbishments for the Disneyland Resort.

Disneyland Park

Innoventions: Now-10/1/15
Autopia Fastpass Booth: Now-1/1/17
Tomorrowland Theater: Now-12/2/15
Pirates of the Caribbean: 9/14/15-9/30/15

California Adventure Park

Character Close-Up: Now-1/1/16
Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar: Now-10/3/15
It’s Tough to Be a Bug!: 9/8/15-9/18/15

Attractions Soon to Close Permanently

January 11, 2016: Big Thunder Ranch (Disneyland)
January 11, 2016: Disney’s Aladdin – A Musical Spectacular (California Adventure)

Hopefully this list will help you in planning your next Disneyland vacation. For more information or for help planning a visit to the Disneyland Resort, contact me today!

Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar set to open this month at Downtown Disney!

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Chip

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September 14, 2015

Great news! Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar will officially open at Downtown Disney to guests on September 22 2015!

Featuring unique cocktails – such as the “Hovito Mojito” with Barsol Quebranta Pisco, fresh lime juice and simple syrup – and small plates such as “Air Pirates Everything Pretzels” with house-made mustard and beer cheese fondue this place is going to be the place to be at Disney Springs!

Devoted fans of the “Indiana Jones” films may recognize Jock Lindsey as Indy’s frequent pilot; he’s also the owner of a pet snake named Reggie. We all know how much Indy loves snakes 😉 Guests will discover an expansive bar, aviation decor filling the room, vintage travel posters covering the walls and correspondence between Jock and Indy on display throughout the bar. You can find Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar just next to the Boathouse Restaurant in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs.

I for one am really looking forward to checking this place out. How about you?

Star Wars Weekends Could be Just a Memory!

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September 14, 2015

Hiya! I know you know who I am but let me have my moment. Drum roll please!!!!! It is “I” Anonymouse! Ok, now I feel better! On to the gossip of the day. I know there are so many Star Wars fans out there and you love your Star Wars Weekends, but they might be just a distant memory.

Star Wars Weekends started in 97 and have been extremely popular. I have a very reliable source that told me these fun weekends will be no more because of the new Star Wars land additions coming. They might keep some aspects of it but they are figuring that there will be permanent Star Wars attractions so Star Wars Weekends is really not needed anymore.

I also have a little bonus rumor for you. I know I never disappoint right? Don’t answer that! Anyway it seems as thought all those cute cuddly Disney characters dressed in Star Wars stuff will also go bye bye. Along with that might go the meet and greets etc. However, knowing Disney they already have something bigger and better coming!

Have no fear, the force will still be with you! Season of the Force is coming very soon in early 2016. That will bring Hyperspace Mountain at Disneyland and the Star Wars fireworks show at Hollywood Studios. So you can still get your Star Wars fix.

Remember, with any and all gossip, it is just that gossip until Disney says it is a reality!

Anywho, this 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.

Disney Store Halloween SALE! 25% Off Costumes & Accessories

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Chip

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September 14, 2015

Great news! The Disney Store is having their Halloween Sale with 25% off Costumes and Costume Accessories! Now is your chance to get your little ones their Halloween Costumes before they sell out. Disney has really improved the quality of their costumes so you can get some good use before or after the holiday. I know my little ones already have theirs out and wearing it around the house.

I did a few top 10 lists of some of the designs I liked the best. Check out my Top 10 Halloween Costumes for Boys and Girls.

To learn more just click here and have a Happy Halloween Shopping!

Disney Channel Green lights New Comedy Series “Stuck In The Middle!”

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Chip and Co Past Writers and Friends

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September 14, 2015

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Disney Channel has ordered the family comedy series “Stuck In The Middle,” starring Jenna Ortega (“Jane the Virgin”) as Harley Diaz, an engineering whiz who uses her inventions to navigate life as the middle child in a family of seven kids. Playing her siblings are Ronni Hawk as Rachel, Kayla Maisonet (“Dog With A Blog”) as Georgie, Isaak Presley (“Austin & Ally”) as Grant, Nicolas Bechtel (“General Hospital”) as Danny, Malachi Barton (“Best Friends Whenever”) as Beast and Ariana Greenblatt (“Liv and Maddie“) as Daphne. Production begins this November for a Spring 2016 premiere.

“Stuck In The Middle,” a single-camera family comedy, centers around the Diaz family and is told from the point-of-view of the middle child – Harley. Her overlooked status proves to be both a blessing and a curse as she maneuvers her way through the everyday antics that come with being part of a big family.

Linda Videtti Figueiredo (“Rules of Engagement” and “Last Man Standing”) will serve as Executive Producer/Showrunner. The pilot teleplay was written by Alison Brown (“Dog With A Blog”) & Linda Videtti Figueiredo and story is by Alison Brown.

Stay tuned for more Stuck In The Middle!