Category: Entertainment
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The Muppets Light the Lights Again!
The Muppets are on a brief winter hiatus but that doesn’t mean that there is nothing to be excited about. As they gear up to return from their winter break next week, The Muppets have taken to YouTube with a new video of an old favorite. This new take on the theme song from the…
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ESPN Sports Complex To Be Expanded
According to the Orlando Sentinel, the ESPN Sports Complex at Walt Disney World is set to have a new venue. 10 acres will be developed including parking. What the plans entail is yet to be disclosed. The Sports Complex has been a home to several activities and events. RunDisney usually has half marathon weekends centered…
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Record Number of Days For Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival
One of the most beautiful times of the year to visit Walt Disney World is during Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival. This year there will be plenty of time to go as the event will go from March 2 to May 30, a whopping 90 days! The Flower and Garden Festival is an annual tradition…
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ABC’s ‘The Wonderful World of Disney’ to Include ‘Star Wars’ Themed Land Details from Harrison Ford
So far, we as guests of Disney Parks know very little of the soon to be Star Wars themed lands. From the brief insight we all saw at the past D23 Expo, it left us with many questions. Some of those questions are about to be answered. According to Entertainment Weekly, ABC’s special, The Wonderful World of…
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Disneyland Resort Adds “AP Days” in February
Having a Disneyland Annual Pass just got a bit more magical. The resort recently announced a lineup of activities for the upcoming “Disneyland Resort AP Days.” Here, passholder will have the chance to experience fun and exciting activities plus more during their next visit. Over on the official Disneyland Resort website, the page states that…
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TCL Chinese Theater Holds World Premiere of Disney’s ‘The Finest Hours’
This past Monday evening, the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood hosted the world premiere of Disney’s latest film, The Finest Hours. With the addition of cast and crew from the film, the U.S. Coast Guard Band as well as past and current military personnel hit the red carpet. A heroic action-thriller, “The Finest Hours” is the remarkable true…
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‘The Good Dinosaur’ Heads to DVD & Disney Movies Anywhere 2/23
Soon to hit shelves, Disney and Pixar’s The Good Dinosaur will make its way to Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Digital HD and Disney Movies Anywhere, this coming February 23. Whether you would like to relive those heartfelt scenes or add the film to your collection, it can soon be yours! From the innovative minds of Disney•Pixar comes a hilariously…
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Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ on Broadway Announces North American Tour
“Make way for Prince Ali!” If you are a fan of Broadway and Disney’s animated classic, Aladdin, here is some awesome news. Set for Spring 2017, Aladdin on Broadway will begin its North American Tour. According to the website, the tour’s first stop will include Chicago’s very own Cadillac Palace Theatre. Future dates of the tour have…
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Disney California Adventure – 15th Anniversary – Part 4: Eureka! Lights!
Pixar Play Parade has become somewhat a staple for Disney California Adventure. This parade performs in the early evening commonly and travels from Hollywoodland to Paradise Pier. It may seem like the only parade that has ever appeared in the park, but it was not the first (nor likely the last). Disney’s Eureka! A California…
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Marvel Comics News Digest 1/18 – 1/22/16
Marvel had a few big announcements this week to look forward to. The first was actually announced on a Captain America 75 years special on ABC. It was that Steve Rogers would be back as Captain America, and with full stamina again. In recent comics, Steve Rogers lost the super solider serum and reverted to…
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Shakira Lends Voice for New Single off of Disney’s ‘Zootopia’ Soundtrack
Ready for some grooving music? Disney’s Zootopia has a variety of unique characters, including Gazelle, “the biggest pop star in Zootopia.” Voiced by international star, Shakira, Gazelle hits the stage in a brand new music video titled “Try Everything.” The song, which was written by Sia and songwriting duo Stargate, brings this character’s personality to life.…
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First Poster of Disney’s ‘The BFG’ Released
On Friday morning, Walt Disney Studios shared a brand new poster for the upcoming film, The BFG. Directed by Steven Spielberg, audiences will have the chance to see Roald Dahl’s novel, “The BFG” (Big Friendly Giant), come to life on screen right before their eyes. Check out the latest image below. The BFG heads to theaters on July…
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First Look: Zootopia Sneak Peek at California Adventure
Disney California Adventure’s Bug’s Life Theater is housing a sneak peek of Zootopia – the new Disney animated feature that will premier in March. The theater was decked out in the usual preview way. Banners are adorning the light poles. A sign with sculpted Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are on the sign beckoning guests…
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D23 Memberships Offer Year Long Discounts on Shopping, Entertainment & More
On Thursday, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club share a list of exclusive discounts for current and future members. Whether it’s a vacation, a shopping trip or an adventure, 2016 is full of exclusive discounts with your membership card. With each membership, D23 members can look forward to so much more. Both online and in stores, members can use…
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Disneyland Resort’s Valentine’s Day Weekend to Include Tasty Dishes
Say it isn’t so! Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. If you have yet to plan a fun day or evening out with your special someone, have no fear, the Disneyland Resort has just what you need. Disney Parks Blog shared a few Valentine’s Day weekend meal options. For a limited time, check out these appetizing…
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‘Star Wars: Episode VIII’ & ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales’ Receive New Release Dates
As fans of the Star Wars franchise rejoice over the success of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, a new release date for the eighth installment has just been issued. In a press announcement on Wednesday, Star Wars: Episode VIII will launch into theaters on December 15, 2017, instead of the planned May 26, 2017. The eighth film is…
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Walt Disney Studios Shares New “The Finest Hours” Clips
In less than two weeks, Disney’s latest action-packed film, The Finest Hours, will splash into theaters. Watch as actors Chris Pine and Casey Affleck bring this true life heroic rescue to the big screen. A heroic action-thriller, “The Finest Hours” is the remarkable true story of the most daring rescue mission in the history of the Coast Guard.…
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Disney California Adventure – 15th Anniversary – Part 3: Hyperion Theater
As we continue along a history of the park we stop at one of the buildings that opened with the park: Hyperion Theater. This theater has had three shows in its time so far. Steps In Time The very short lived opening year show called Steps In Time featured three main characters: two kids who…
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Marvel Comics News Digest 1/11 – 1/15/16
Marvel has some big announcements this week. A new Miles Morales series will be premiering soon! All New X-Men will have a brand new storyline! Dave Bautista is on the first of a new series on YouTube called “Ask Marvel.” Deadpool is celebrating his 25th anniversary! And a big event in Marvel history will hit…
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Bob Weis Replaces Bruce Vaughn as Head of Walt Disney Imagineering
The Walt Disney Company has named Bob Weis as the new president of Walt Disney Imagineering. He will be replacing outgoing executive Bruce Vaughn who has been the Chief Creative Officer for the last 8 years. Vaughn will help with the leadership transition in the coming months before departing the Walt Disney Company for other opportunities.…
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Star Wars Rebels Mid-Season Trailer Starts Connecting Dots
Star Wars Rebels has been on a brief winter hiatus but that hiatus is about to end. When the show returns to Disney XD on January 20, there will be a lot of connections between this animated show and the greater Star Wars universe. The new mid-season trailer gives a glimpse at some of the connections…
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‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’ Heading to Disney Movies Anywhere 1/19
In just a few short days, Disney’s first animated feature will once again hit shelves. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be available for the first time ever on Digital HD and Disney Movies Anywhere on January 19. In addition, the film will also be released on Blu-ray this February 2. Featuring In-Depth Brand…
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88th Academy Award Nominations Include Pixar, Lucasfilm & More
The nominations are in! As we approach the 88th Academy Awards on February 28, 2016, the full and complete list of nominations have been revealed. Even more so, The Walt Disney Company has been placed in the running for several awards. Let’s check them out. ANIMATED FEATURE FILM Anomalisa Boy and the World Inside Out Shaun…
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It’s All Connected: A (Doozy Of A) Theory For Ep. VII
The popular thing to do for Star Wars and all of geekdom these days is to come up with a crackpot theory about a thing, and to find enough truth from the source material to make it believable. I gotta admit, I’m a sucker for these things. I love how far down the rabbit hole…