Disney Legend Richard M. Sherman of the Sherman Brothers has passed away at the age of 95 Disney Legend Richard M. Sherman, the acclaimed composer-lyricist behind timeless Disney classics, passed away on Saturday, May 25th at the age of 95. A key member of Walt Disney’s creative team, he earned
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New Mary Poppins Live Action Musical In Development!
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
Two very special and affordable events coming to Orlando for Disney fans: Don’t Miss Out!
Two very special events are coming to Orlando for Disney fans – and you won’t believe how affordable they are. Coming VERY soon is The Walt Disney Birthplace: An Evening with Imagineer Bob Gurr. Bob Gurr is an American amusement ride designer and Imagineer. His most famous work was for
The Jungle Book Blu-Ray Review
I had the pleasure of reviewing The Jungle Book on Blu-Ray that is set to be released on February 11th. This is my favorite Disney animated movie, so I was ecstatic to watch it once again and review the bonus features that are included in this release. The color and
AFI Fest Opening Night Gala Screening of “Saving Mr. Banks”
The American Film Institute’s annual celebration of artistic excellence held their Opening Night Gala at the TCL Chinese Theatre, in Hollywood California on November 7, 2013. Each year the AFI FEST, which is free to the public, hosts new movies from recognized film icons as well as new films
Bluray Review – The Aristocats is loaded with special features
The Aristocats Blu-ray and DVD Special Edition, now available in stores, is fantastic and worth adding to your family’s Blu-ray collection. As always, the animation is beautiful and the songs are fantastic, but the real jewels of this special edition are the special features. You will love the movie, and
The Tigger Movie Bounce-A-Riffic Special Edition Review
The Tigger Movie Bounce-A-Riffic Special Edition focuses on the loveable Tigger as he comes to realize that “being the only one” isn’t so great and embarks on a search to discover his “family tree.” This special edition includes the film version on both Blu-ray and DVD, in addition to some
Orange Bird Returns to Adventureland in the Magic Kingdom
Great news this morning! D23 representatives announced the return of the historic Orange Bird character live in Adventureland before a small group of D23 members and on twitter. In case you aren’t familiar, Orange Bird was a character who was developed specifically for Magic Kingdom Park in the 1970s. This
Songwriter Robert Sherman Dies at 86
Sad news this morning. Oscar winning song writer Robert Sherman passed away March 5th in London. He and his brother Richard, together known as the Sherman brothers, wrote so many of my favorite Disney songs including “It’s a Small World” and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious”. Few details are known at this time but
It’s A Small World After All…Now Mobile!
Get ready for a journey to the snowy Russian hilltops and across the sunny African plains – and learn to say “Hello!” in sixteen languages. The classic Walt Disney song and ride “It’s a Small World” is now a colorful, animated app, for iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch! Disney Publishing
Wednesday with Walt: Yep, That’s What It’s All About
I can easily say that ‘Disney’ is one of the best things in my life. I cannot imagine a world void of the influence of Walt Disney: a world with no Mickey Mouse; no example of eternal optimism and the importance of a good attitude when I was a child; no Snow White
WINNIE THE POOH – Zooey Deschanel Hits the Hundred Acre Wood!
He’s a bear of very little brain. She’s half of the acclaimed band She & Him. This year, they come together on the big screen in “Winnie the Pooh,” which hits theaters in select international markets in Spring 2011, and in the U.S. on July 15, 2011. Actress/Musician/Singer/Songwriter Zooey Deschanel
D23 Behind the Magic Contest
Our friends at Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment have released three new documentary titles on DVD: The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story , Walt & El Grupo and Waking Sleeping Beauty. These documentaries are available for 23 lucky D23 Members to win! One grand prize winner will be rewarded a
Attitude is everything…or “A Spoonful of Sugar”
Much has been made of the negotiations between Disney and the services union, so I’m not going to get into that discussion very much. However, I would like to add my own perspective to how I approach things that I don’t like but need to do for my job. The
