Author: Caitie Bear
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California Officials to Visit In-State Theme Parks This Week to Develop Plans
While California Governor Gavin Newsom has said that he is in “no hurry” to reopen theme parks, it seems the state is taking steps in that direction. This week, it was announced that California officials would be taking trips to visit in-state theme parks to begin to develop reopening plans. In a conference today, California…
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UPDATE: Newsom’s Team Returns From Last Week’s Trip to Walt Disney World
In a press conference yesterday, California Governor Gavin Newsom stated that he would be sending out a team to Florida to review Walt Disney World’s protocol. We have now learned that Newsom’s team actually returned from last week’s trip and are ready to reimagine what’s possible! The main point of the trip was to find…
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Join the Interest List as “LIVE FROM THE SPACE STAGE: A HALYX STORY” Comes to Free Drive-In Theater
Just two months ago, Live from the Space Stage: A Halyx Story hit YouTube to fans’ delight. Whether you’ve seen it before or want to watch it again, you can get on the standby list for free tickets to a showing of the film at a drive-in theater on October 28! You can also be…
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Whoopi Goldberg Interested in Making “Sister Act 3” a Reality
This week, Whoopi Goldberg made an appearance on the The Late, Late Show with James Corden. Towards the end of the interview, Corden brought up his love of the Sister Act films and asked why a third hasn’t been made. Goldberg said that she would love to make this film a reality! In the interview, Corden notes that whenever…
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Orange County Health Care Agency Recommend Theme Park Reopening
As Governor Newsom continues to revise the theme park reopening guidelines, more agencies have called for theme parks to open. This morning, the Orange County Health Care Agency has officially recommended that Disneyland and Knott’s Berry Farm open to the public once again. The agency has said that the theme parks should be able to…
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Your Guide to 2020 Halloween Treats at the Disneyland Resort
Happy Halloween everyone! Though the parks are closed, Disney has not stopped making magic for the 2020 Halloween season! If you head to Downtown Disney District through the rest of the month, you can enjoy some special shopping opportunities as well as some yummy treats to get you in the spirit. Here is your guide…
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Disneyland Resort to Open Stage 17 in DCA for Halloween Shopping
Halloween is upon us! If you want to get your Disney-themed spooky shopping done, Downtown Disney District is the place! The newest extension of the shopping district, the Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop, will be opening up in Stage 17 very soon! The Disneyland Resort Backlot Premiere Shop will act as an extension to World…
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Newsom’s Press Secretary Says Theme Park Guidelines Are Coming This Week
It has been a long six months since Disneyland closed last March. In the time since, many officials have been pushing Governor Gavin Newsom to at least issue guidelines for Disneyland and other theme park reopenings. This morning, Newsom’s press secretary, Jesse Melgar said the guidelines would be released this week. The theme park guidelines…
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Knott’s Taste of Fall-O-Ween Adds More Dates
Happy October! With Halloween right around the corner, many people are beginning to plan what they can do this month. If you’re looking to enjoy decorations and yummy themed food, Knott’s Taste of Fall-O-Ween is the perfect choice for you! This week, they also added new dates for the event so there are even more…
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Iman Vellani to Play Ms. Marvel in New Series Coming to Disney+ Streaming Service
This week, Deadline announced that Marvel had cast their newest leading lady. Iman Vellani will be playing the title role in the “Ms. Marvel” series for the Disney+ streaming service. Vellani is a newcomer to Hollywood but that doesn’t take away from her talents. Author G. Willow Wilson commented on this news by saying Iman…
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Helen Reddy from “Pete’s Dragon” Passes Away at 78
On Tuesday, Pete’s Dragon star Helen Reddy passed away at 78 years old. Reddy had played Nora, the woman who later goes on to adopt Pete in the film. Yesterday, her children made a statement on her official fan page that said It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother,…
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California Legislators Urge Governor Newsom to Reopen California Theme Parks
It is no secret that leaders are getting anxious for Disneyland and other theme parks to reopen. Last week Josh D’Amaro put out a plea to Governor Newsom to give theme parks guidelines to reopen as Disney has reopened all other parks around the world. This week, California legislators joined in the call to reopen…
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Main Street Electrical Parade to Make Dancing with the Stars Appearance Tonight
Happy Disney night! Tonight, Dancing with the Stars will have their Disney-themed night, with fun costumes and songs that any fan will recognize! On Twitter, they also announced that the Main Street Electrical Parade will be making an appearance at the reality TV show! The parade, which we have seen make multiple grand returns at…
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Frozen Sing-Along Celebration Returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios October 5
While Walt Disney World reopened a few months ago, many experiences have remained closed. This week, Disney announced some of those experiences are coming back, including “For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration”! On Monday, October 5, you can bring the family along to experience the magic of Frozen all over again! The show…
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Pixar SparkShort “Burrow” to Debut with “Soul” November Theatrical Release
Earlier this month, Disney announced that the upcoming Pixar film Soul was still slated for theatrical release in November. While other films have been delayed, Soul is set to be the first Disney film to open in theaters since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down theaters. This week, Disney announced that the SparkShort Burrow would be debuting in theaters alongside Soul!…
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The Grand Floridian Society Orchestra Not Set to Return to Walt Disney World
This year has seen a lot of loss at Disney Parks around the world. In the latest loss, The Grand Floridian Society Orchestra has permanently suspended performances and will not be returning to the hotel. News of this came about when orchestra members posted on their unofficial Facebook page. The post noted that when they…
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Get Your Sneak Peek at Tokyo Disneyland’s New Expansion
In just a few days, Tokyo Disneyland Resort will open its largest expansion yet! This new expansion will include the magical tales of Beauty and the Beast, Big Hero 6, and even Minnie Mouse herself! Today, Disney gave fans a special sneak peek at these new additions before they open on September 28! The video below shows…
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Disney+ Drive-In Festival Coming to Santa Monica, California in October
This year, drive-in movie theaters have made a major comeback! To celebrate this trend coming back, Disney will be holding the Disney+ Drive-In Festival in Santa Monica, California from October 5 through October 12! Here is the schedule for this fun festival: October 5: The Right Stuff (World Premiere) October 6: Tangled October 7: Coco October 8: Star Wars:…
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Yara Shahidi to Play Tinker Bell in Disney’s Live-Action “Peter Pan”
This week, Disney came out with big casting news! In the new Disney live-action film Peter Pan and Wendy, Yara Shahidi from ABC’s Black-ish and Grown-ish will be portraying the lovable fairy Tinker Bell! Yara Shahidi joins Alexander Molony and Ever Anderson who are slated to play the title characters. Jude Law will also play the infamous Captain Hook!…
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New Popcorn Flavors Coming to Tokyo Disneyland Resort
This week, Tokyo Disneyland Resort is getting a big expansion! This new magical area will feature many fan-favorite Disney tales, like Beauty and the Beast and Big Hero 6. As part of the Big Hero 6 addition, there will be a new popcorn that features three new popcorn flavors! The shop, named The Big Pop, will be located…
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Florida Restaurants and Bars Can Operate at Full Capacity in Phase Three
In an executive order this weekend, Florida Governor Ron Desantis lifted mandates that required Florida restaurants and bars to operate at limited capacity. The order would also suspend citations for citizens that were found outside while not wearing a mask. In phase 3, theme parks are also allowed to resume normal operation with limited social…
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Interscope Records to Release Soundtrack for Disney+ Original “Clouds” on October 16
In just three weeks, Disney+ will release the new original movie Clouds, based on Zach Sobiech’s true struggle with terminal illness. To go along with the movie’s release, Interscope Records will release the soundtrack to the film on the same day. The soundtrack will release with the songs from the movie, including the real songs from…
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Samuel L. Jackson to Return to Marvel as Nick Fury in Disney+ Series
This morning, Variety confirmed some exciting news for Marvel fans! Samuel L. Jackson will be returning to Marvel as Nick Fury in a new series that’s currently being developed for the streaming service! While there aren’t a lot of details to be had on this new series just yet, it is said that Kyle Bradstreet…
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Aulani Resort & Spa in Hawaii to Begin Phased Reopening November 1
Disney magic is returning around the world! This afternoon, Disney announced that Aulani Resort & Spa in Hawaii would begin a phased reopening to guests on November 1! Recently, Hawaii announced a plan for out-of-state to bypass the quarantine rules of Hawaii. Starting October 15, if someone wants to travel from outside of Hawaii, they…