Disney and Marvel Studios revealed exclusive details about their upcoming live action film slates this morning at the D23 Expo, by live and video appearances from talent and filmmakers and hosted by The Walt Disney Studios Chairman Alan Horn. Horn welcomed the crowd to the D23 Expo and introduced
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Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives Presented by D23
D23 Presents Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives, an exhibition which has nearly 300 artifacts from nine decades of Disney history, opens at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago on October 16, 2013 (the actual 90th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company) and continues through February 17, 2014. Presented
Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives Returns To The D23 Expo
“TREASURES OF THE WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES” returns to the D23 expo this year to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Mary Poppins, ABC’s Once Upon a Time, and Disney’s connection to the land of Oz. This spectacular exhibit will feature imagery, costumes, props, set pieces, and more. Many of these items will be
Epcot’s World Showcase Best Kept Secrets – United Kingdom
Continuing our journey around the world in our Epcot’s Best Kept Secrets Series, or World Showcase that is, we make our next stop the United Kingdom. Most famously known for the Rose and Crown Pub and Dining Room, there are quite few little things here that I bet you didn’t
First Ever D23 Expo to be Held in Japan
The Official Disney Fan Club’s Signature Event Makes Its International Debut. Meguro-ku, Tokyo,February 25, 2012 The Walt Disney Company Japan announced today that it will stage the first-ever D23 Expo Japan,a special event for Disney fans created by D23: The Official Disney Fan Club. D23 Expo Japan, the first Expo to be held outside
Glass Slippers Are So Back…Cinderella is Coming to Broadway
For a new engagement, the critically acclaimed Rodgers and Hammerstein’s duo is bringing “Cinderella” to Broadway. Previews begin January 21, 2013 and Opening Night is February 21, 2013. To learn more about this exciting show read on to hear what it is being billed with: This season’s Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella marks the Broadway
Colin Farrell to Join Cast of ‘Saving Mr. Banks’
Deadline is reporting that Colin Farrell is in talks to join the cast of Saving Mr. Banks. The movie will tell the story of how Walt Disney spent 14 years trying to convince author P.L Travers to let him adapt her book Mary Poppins into a film. He of course
Don’t Miss Out on the Magic!! Visually-Impaired Girl makes lasting Magical Memory.
You’ve made your ADR’s, you’ve got your flight, hotel and admission tickets reserved and paid for, you’ve studied the park maps, and you’ve got your touring plan printed on a spreadsheet! You’re all set for a magical vacation at Disney World… but will it actually be magical? It won’t be
Supercalifragilistic Breakfast at 1900 Park Fare
If you’re looking for a character meal with maximum food and fun for minimum price let me suggest the Supercalifragilistic Breakfast at 1900 Park Fare in the Grand Floridian. My daughter and I ate there in February 2012 for the first time and really enjoyed the food as well as
Tom Hanks in Talks to Play Walt Disney
According to Variety, Tom Hanks is in talks to play Walt Disney in the movie “Saving Mr. Banks”. Emma Thompson is reportedly in negotiations to play Mary Poppins author P.L. Travers. John Lee Hancock (The Blind Side) is set to direct. The film will be based on the true story
Disney teams up with You On Demand Video Service in China
YOU On Demand Holdings, Inc.’s PRC joint venture, a leading Pay-Per-View (PPV) and Video On Demand (VOD) content service provider, today announced that it has signed an agreement with Disney Media Distribution, a distribution arm under The Walt Disney Company , to distribute officially approved Disney films for both Transactional
Disney Close to Acquiring Script for ‘Saving Mr. Banks’
Deadline.com is reporting that Disney is close to a deal to acquire the script for Saving Mr. Banks. The script centers on the story of how Walt Disney convinced author P.L. Travers to sell him the rights to a little film you may have heard of, Mary Poppins. Disney’s courtship
Disney Characters Make the Rounds with a Special Dose of Magic at Florida Hospital for Children
Drawing wisdom from Mary Poppins, a dedicated team of Disney Cast Members is using a dose of Disney magic much like “a spoonful of sugar” to help the medicine go down. Throughout the year, Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment team ventures into local hospitals to spread cheer at the Walt
D23 Day at The Walt Disney Studios and Archives
D23 Members will have the rare opportunity to enjoy a two-and-a-half hour tour of The Walt Disney Studios and Walt Disney Archives, hosted by D23 and Archives staff. Because of the popularity of the tours, we are offering them on two different days this weekend. Guests will have the chance
