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D23 Expo..Are you going?

D23 Expo is only 2 months away. Thousands of Disneyland and Disney World Fans will be gathering at the Anaheim Convention Center to Celebrate the Wonderful World of Disney!

Tickets are still available, if you hurry….

The idea behind the D23 Expo is the look into the Magical Kingdom. Previously, this look was only for Disney insiders, but this forthcoming conference is open to the public (if you have your tickets) and expected to draw crowds!

Here’s some of what you can expect:

  • The Disney Legends Ceremony: Full of excitement, this event honors those who played a substantial role in the Walt Disney Corporation and is the highest honor by the company.
  • The Walt Disney Archives will have a  collection of props, costumes and Disney stuff  from Disney history on display.
  • Several dozen Keynote and presentation sessions will be ongoing about the Disney Corporation and the current happenings of the company. Sharing insight on how the productions are made to the focus of what is forthcoming, leaders in the company share a unique perspective.
  • AND more. There is quite a few final details that have yet to be decided upon.

If you are not sure you are going to come to the D23 Expo, then you should consider the tagline for this amazing event: The Ultimate Disney Fan Experience. Come on get your tickets and I will meet you there!

Disney Wardrobe Malfunction

During a “Beauty and the Beast” production in MGM Studios the Beast was having… well… problems. HILARIOUS!

Ben Franklin at Walt Disney World’s “Kunglaloosh”!

Ben Franklin gives a hearty Kungaloosh to those who recognize him. Funny guy!

Disney’s ‘American Idol Experience’ gets high marks for fun

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I saw this earlier this year and almost went and performed that would have been hilarious. I am a closet, in the car singer, you can find me at stoplights singing my lunges out but to do it in front of judges is another story.

With the ongoing popularity of the American Idol reality TV show on FOX, it’s not surprising that Disney jumped on the bandwagon. The opening in early 2009 of the ‘American Idol Experience’ at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park set the stage for – not only fun entertainment – but also genuine opportunity for those looking to showcase their talent.

I took a personal behind-the-scenes media tour of this attraction as well as sat in the audience during a show – and I loved it!   The stage, lights, sights and sounds of the America Idol Experience mimic the real Idol in a creative and entertaining way.

Imagination Movers Season 2

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Imagination Movers

My daughter loves this show. The guys basically play Ska/Zydeco music but being from New Orleans I can imagine that music is prevalent everywhere. Check out the video below for a clip from their show!

In their “office” — a colorful fairy tale room with a gingerbread house and giant beanstalk — the Imagination Movers are busy filming the second season of a Disney Channel television show that has become must-see viewing for multitudes of preschoolers.

The four jumpsuit-wearing New Orleans performers, who sing, dance, make music and solve problems on their namesake show, were all smiles about being renewed by Disney, and not quite believing their good fortune.

“It’s still surreal to me, all of this,” said Dave Poche, standing in the set called the fairy tale room. “They make these incredible sets, and we get to play in them. It’s just shocking to me that we get to do this.”

“Imagination Movers” premiered in September 2008 during Disney Channel’s morning “Playhouse Disney” programming. In less than a year, viewership expanded to more than 50 countries. In June it was ranked among the top five shows for young children, according to Nielsen Media Research.

The four 30-something Movers, who got their start playing kiddie birthday parties in New Orleans, say the premise remains constant: The Movers help solve problems from their Idea Warehouse with slapstick bits and rock-infused musical interludes. The band’s Web site suggests it’s “what would happen if the Beastie Boys collaborated with Mr. Rogers.”

New Disney Vacation Club Resorts

Join Lou Mongello as he travels to the newest Walt Disney World “DVC” properties. You’ll visit the Treehouse Villas, the Bay Lake Tower and finally the Kidani Village.

Disney Cruise Line DVD

Ripped from the Disney Cruise Line DVD. I would love to go on this one day.

Fans Guide: Walt Disney World 1

1 of 2 posts. Part 1 has videos 1-10, and 2 has 11-20. It was first released in 2004 on the Travel Channel, and it shows information you need to know before you go.
Be sure to click on read Article for the rest of the videos.

Disney and ESPN Team Up

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Disney and ESPN Team Up

Disney and ESPN team up for ESPN Rise Games! Hit the link to check it out. Signups are going quick, so be sure to get your childrens’ youth team going on the registration if they are planning to go!

Disney visitors remember monorail pilot Austin Wuennenberg

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Looks like the video embed has been disabled. If you goto the Orlando Sentinel website you can watch this touching tribute to Austin. Just click on his picture for the jump.

The Princess and the Animator Featurette

Here is a new Featurette posted on AWNtv.com for The Princess and the Frog.

The Princess and the Animator Featurette

DIANA – The People’s Princess exhibit opens at Downtown Disney w/ video

Hundreds of royal artifacts are on view in “DIANA – The People’s Princess,” a limited-time experience showcasing the life and story of Diana, Princess of Wales — open now at Downtown Disney in the Walt Disney World Resort.
The exhibition includes royal dresses Diana chose to auction for charity, photos and personal effects. “DIANA – The People’s Princess” will be on display through Nov. 30, 2009. Tickets may be purchased at the exhibit – $14.50 for ages 10 and older, $5 for ages 3-9.