Chip and Co. has an awesome article all about Walt’s Barn, and recently, I was very lucky to co-host an interview with Cathy, a representative from the barn. Now it seems the barn is in the Disney hot news once again! Dick Van Dyke, Disney Legend and star, will be making
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Saving Mr. Banks Arrives On Blu-Ray And DVD March 18th!
Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson tell the backstory of one of Disney’s most beloved films –Mary Poppins – in this heartwarming film. Hanks plays the role of Walt Disney – who is determined to fulfill a promise he made to his daughters to make P.L. Travers’ (played by Thompson) book
D23 Celebrates Disney’s Contributions to The World’s Fair in the Spring 2014 Issue
The 1964–65 World’s Fair in New York celebrated a time of optimism, growth, and progress. D23: The Official Disney Fan Club captures all the excitement of this epic event in the Spring issue of its publication, Disney twenty-three. The Fair, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, marked
Dapper Day Spring 2014 Schedule Released
Remember Dapper Day at Walt Disney World? Well, it’s back in full fashion for spring 2014! We’ve got your dates and the official list of “unofficial” events right here at Chip & Co! If you don’t know what Dapper Day is or don’t know what to wear, be sure to read
Walter E. Disney Quotes
During this hectic time of year, we can all take a moment to slow down and just enjoy some inspiration from a great storyteller! I’ve assembled some of my favorite Walt Disney‘s greatest lines below. Feel free to leave a comment or two of your favorite(s) and over time we’ll
‘Saving Mr. Banks’ Review
The journey to making ‘Mary Poppins’, one of the most popular Disney movies all time, was a very bumpy road. It took Walt Disney twenty years to convince PL Travers to sign the rights away to her beloved character, but little did he know, she was selling a lot more
Special Limited Engagement of Saving Mr. Banks Sold Out
A special limited engagement viewing of Disney’s Saving Mr. Banks which was offered to fans a few weeks ago is completely SOLD out. With the movie out in select theaters, beginning December 13 and world wide, beginning December 20th, the price of the $50 ticket, would allow movie
Saving Mr. Banks Press Conference
On a recent Friday morning, I drove over to the famous Beverly Hills Hotel for the Saving Mr. Banks Press Conference. As I pulled into the valet , I had a sudden feeling of deja vu. I have had the opportunity of visiting the hotel on many occasions with out
Home Where Walt Disney was Born to be Preserved
The house where Walt Disney and his brother Roy were born, in Chicago, is being preserved. It was sold to a California Couple who says they are going to make it an historic landmark. The home is located in the Hermosa neighborhood, at 2156 N. Tripp Ave. They plan to
Saving Mr. Banks Movie Screening
Saving Mr. Banks, Movie Media Screening was held in the Animation Building at the Walt Disney Studios. Walking through the halls, I was so excited to see the beautiful pictures decorating the walls. From Snow White to Frozen, there was art representing every movie ever made. The sheer beauty of
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
Disney’s Frozen Hits the Road with Ore-Ida
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen” kicks off a cross-country tour this week with Ore-Ida®, serving free treats to “Frozen” fans from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Featuring Ore-Ida hash browns and fries, activities, crafts, themed lunch boxes and other giveaways. “Frozen” hits theaters in 3D on Nov. 27, 2013. “Inspired by
D23 Presents Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives Event at the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry
D23 unveiled a special exhibit Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives to honor the 90th anniversary of the Walt Disney Company. On October 16,1923, The Disney Brothers Studio was founded and the official contract was signed by Walter E. Disney and Roy O. Disney with M.J. Winkler to produce the series
Treasures of The Walt Disney Archives is Open
Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives, presented by D23. It’s an exhibition which encompasses more than 300 artifacts from nine decades of Disney history, opened at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago on October 16, 2013, which was the 90th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. The exhibit showcases
