Cast of Disney’s The Lion King Surprise Massachusetts Performing Arts Students During Disney World Visit

A dance studio group from New Bedford Massachusetts received a very special surprise at Walt Disney World this week when members of the touring cast of Disney’s “The Lion King” popped by to pay a visit to their Disney Performing Arts Workshop. The students from The Illusions Academy of Dance

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Everyone Is Talking About Epcot’s 2nd International Festival of the Arts

Beginning January 12th artists, performers and chefs gathered to celebrate Epcot’s 2nd International Festival of Arts at the Walt Disney World Resort. Each day offered the opportunity for guests to explore the arts through musical performances, art demonstrations, sampling the culinary arts and even participating in interactive workshops. Live entertainment included

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Stars of Broadway’s The Lion King Meet Up With the Cast of the Festival of the Lion King at Animal Kingdom

Alton Fitzgerald White and Kissy Simmons two of the cast members from Disney’s The Lion King Broadway show were in Disney World this week to perform as part of the Broadway Concert Series at the Epcot International Festival of the Arts and took some time out to meet with the

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Broadway’s ‘The Lion King’ Offering Free Tickets in Honor of 20th Anniversary

Broadway’s The Lion King has been delighting fans around the world ever since it premiered in New York City 20 years ago. In celebration of the historic anniversary, The Lion King will be giving away free tickets to their performance on the evening of Wednesday, November 15 at 8pm via a lottery system. The

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Robert Guillaume, Voice of Rafiki in ‘The Lion King,’ Dies at 89

We have some sad news to pass along this evening. Variety is reporting Robert Guillaume has passed away at the age of 89. Guillaume is best known for his title character role on the sitcom, Benson, and voicing Rafiki in the classic Disney movie, The Lion King. Guillaume was also cast in several other

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Prince George’s Favorite Disney Movie Is….

During a recent interview, Prince William who was visiting with children on board a Belmond British Pullman train during a charity event was asked what Prince George’s favorite movie is. The Duke of Cambridge’s response, The Lion King! In addition to The Lion King, the Junior Prince is also said to enjoy The Octonauts. And, of course,

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Lion King Creators Surprise Guests At “Festival Of The Lion King” At Animal Kingdom

Be Prepared! The re-release of The Lion King into the Walt Disney Signature Collection happens tomorrow. Fan’s of one of Disney’s most popular films can pick up a copy on Blu-Ray and DVD with special never seen before extras. With so much to celebrate you need to mark the occasion

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Alfre Woodard and John Kani Join All-Star Lion King Live-Action Cast

As the casting of the new live-action version of  “The Lion King” builds momentum, we are hearing more news about additions to the all-star cast involved in the project. According to a piece in the Hollywood Reporter, Alfre Woodard has agreed to take on the role of Sarabi, Simba’s mother.

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The Signature Collection Lion King Coming To Blu-ray and Digital HD

Today at the D23 Expo we received the news that The Lion King is joining the Walt Disney Signature Collection. It will be released on Digital HD August 15th and Blu-ray on August 29th. The Lion King will include special features that haven’t been released before. The Walt Disney Signature

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All Of The Disney Action Movies Announced At The D23 Expo Today

We just got finished hearing all the exciting news at the Walt Disney Studio’s Live Action Movie presentation at the D23 Expo. Chip and Co. has been busy updating you with all the latest news on the future action movies coming our way. In case you missed any of them,

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John Oliver To Play Zazu In Disney’s Live-Action Lion King

John Oliver, host of of the HBO political talk-show”Last Week Tonight with John Oliver”, is set to join the cast of the Disney’s upcoming live-action “The Lion King“. Oliver will voice the the role of high-strung Zazu the king’s royal adviser. The Lion King has already seen a number of

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Second Exit Location For Pandora-The World of Avatar

Something we have wondered about Pandora-The World of Avatar is, “Where is the second exit?”  We discovered the answer to that question, during a recent visit. As you exit Satu’li Canteen, turn towards the left.  When you reach the top of the walkway, you will see the signs pointing left towards

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Shanghai Disney Celebrates Earth Month with The Lion King

Guests of the Shanghai Disney Resort in China were recently treated to a very special performance of the popular Lion King Musical. This performance marked the first-ever Mandarin production of the Broadway musical and was held to kick off the “Celebrate Earth” series at the Shanghai property. The event was

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