Category: Shanghai Disney Resort
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First Steel Column Installed at Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia-themed Land
Shanghai, June 8, 2020 – Development of Judy and Nick’s new home in Shanghai today reached an exciting milestone, as the first steel column of the Zootopia-themed land was installed – marking commencement of vertical construction at Shanghai Disneyland’s newest themed land. In longstanding Disney tradition, prior to installation, this first steel column was signed by…
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Shanghai Disneyland Launches Virtual Queue System With Disney Standby Pass
As Shanghai Disneyland continues to welcome more guests back since reopening, it has been utilizing social distancing, wearing face masks, and other safety protocols that have not been what many would consider the “normal” guest experience. It also has now launched a trial for a new virtual queue system that could continue on with whatever…
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Newly Designed Disney Fun House Opens at Shanghai Children’s Medical Center
In celebration of this year’s International Children’s Day, The Walt Disney Company and Shanghai Disney Resort have launched a brand new space-themed Disney Fun House in China at Shanghai Children’s Medical Center. The new Disney Fun House will take children in need on a journey to the furthest reaches of the galaxy while creating unique…
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Disney CEO Bob Chapek Remains Confident in Reopening Plan for Walt Disney World
Disney CEO Bob Chapek appeared on Bloomberg TV from Magic Kingdom Park earlier today with Emily Chang and David Westin to talk about the reopening of the Walt Disney World theme parks. Emily Chang asked Chapek what makes him feel confident about the safety of the proposed plan, as well as the reaction from officials.…
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Shanghai Disneyland President and General Manager Shares Message of Celebration
Shanghai Disneyland is now open again after being closed for three months due to the coronavirus pandemic. This is the first Disney theme park to reopen globally with the rest remaining closed currently. As the park reopened, Joe Schott, President and General Manager, Shanghai Disney Resort shared a message where he celebrating the reopening of…
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Shanghai Disneyland Has Fantasmic Reopening! [updated]
Shanghai Disneyland has reopened in the most Fantasmic way. During a brief ceremony, Shanghai Disneyland reopened its gates approximately three months after closing them due to the coronavirus outbreak. “We hope that today’s reopening can serve as a beacon of light across the globe, providing hope and inspiration for everyone, and can demonstrate that…
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Shanghai Disneyland Shares Modified Magic and Sells Out of Reopening Day Tickets
Shanghai Disneyland will begin a phased reopening on May 11th and tickets went on sale the morning of the 8th. Within minutes, tickets for the day sold out. The tickets purchased were dated. Annual Passholders were allowed to make reservations for a date and time to return to the park that has been closed since…
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Dr. Pamela Hymel Hints That Virtual Queues Could Be Coming to Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort
Earlier today, The Walt Disney Company announced that Shanghai Disneyland Resort would be reopening on May 11, just under a week. Of course, many fans have had questions about what that will look like as there is still uncertainty in the world about COVID-19. This afternoon, Dr. Pamela Hymel, Disney Parks Chief Medical Officer, has…
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Shanghai Disneyland to Begin Phased Reopening on May 11
Today it was announced that Shanghai Disneyland will begin a phased reopening starting on May 11th. The news came from the quarter 2 earnings call for The Walt Disney Company and a concurrent release from Shanghai Disneyland. Tickets for the park will go on sale on May 8th at 8:00 AM. Shanghai Disneyland will reopen…
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Disney Auditions Postpones Auditions
Disney continues to move to protect cast members, or in this future cast members, due to the coronavirus outbreak. Today, Disney Auditions tweeted that it would be postponing auditions due to the outbreak. At this time, there aren’t a lot of details regarding the postponing of auditions. However, expect that auditions will continue to be…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Begins Phased Reopening
The Shanghai Disney Resort has begun the process of reopening after closing due to concerns related to the coronavirus. The news comes via the Shanghai Disney Resort website. There, a post announced that the resort is beginning to slowly return to its normal operations. The resumption of operations begins with some shopping, dining, and other…
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Shanghai Disneyland Closes Due to Health Concerns
Shanghai Disneyland has temporarily closed its gates due to health concerns. This is due to the outbreak of the Wuhan coronavirus in the surrounding areas. The closure also impacts Disneytown including Walt Disney Grand Theatre and Wishing Star Park. The following statement has been posted on the homepage for the Shanghai Disney Resort. Shanghai Disney…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Opens Its First Disney Fun House in Anhui Province
Shanghai, January 14, 2020 – Shanghai Disney Resort today opened its newest Disney Fun House, and the first in Anhui, extending Disney happiness to another province in China. As the first Disney-themed playroom in Anhui and the 24th overall in China, the new Disney Fun House will provide child patients at the Anhui Fuyang Women and…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Signs Strategic Alliance with Vanke Shanghai Region
Shanghai, January 10, 2019 – Shanghai Disney Resort and Vanke Shanghai Region today announced that the two parties have entered into a strategic alliance, which introduces Vanke Shanghai Region as a new Official Sponsor of Shanghai Disney Resort. This new deal will allow a variety of exclusive Disney-themed offerings to be available for Vanke tenants, extending…
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Celebrate the Year of the Mouse with Mickey and Minnie and Enjoy an Authentic Spring Festival at Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai, January 9, 2020 – This Spring Festival, celebrate tradition and experience unforgettable magic with Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and more, as Shanghai Disney Resort ushers in the Year of the Mouse! From January 13 through February 9, 2020, guests can experience a spellbinding celebration, complete with a resort-wide festive makeover, the return of beloved entertainment…
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Here’s What’s Coming to Disney Theme Parks in 2020
2020 is going to be a big year for Disney theme parks! Around the globe there will be new attractions and new entertainment options to be experienced. This makes for more magic for guests to experience at whatever Disney theme park they choose to visit. Today DAPS MAGIC will take a tour around the globe…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Announces New Pricing Structure
An announcement on the Shanghai Disney Resort is giving guests plenty of time to plan for new prices coming to the resort. The new prices will be arriving at Shanghai Disney Resort on June 6, 2020. Following the pricing adjustment, prices will be divided into a four tiered pricing structure. The four tiers will be…
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#5: Shanghai Disneyland – Top 5 Disney Stories of the Decade
Not only is it the end of another year, but at the end of another decade! In a grand look at what has transpired for Disney in the last ten years (and there was a lot) we begin a countdown of the top stories of the decade with the opening of a certain international park.…
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Duffy’s Newest Friend CookieAnn Joins Shanghai Disney Resort
Brand-new CookieAnn merchandise, food and beverage offerings, character encounter opportunities starting December 26, 2019 SHANGHAI (Dec. 17, 2019) – This December, Shanghai Disney Resort is celebrating the arrival of Duffy’s newest friend, CookieAnn, a yellow girl dog with long floppy ears and a sensitive nose, who enjoys coming up with new ideas and unique recipes…
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Site Preparation Completed for Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia-themed Expansion, Main Construction Has Commenced
SHANGHAI (Dec. 9, 2019) – As an exciting reflection of growth, Shanghai Disney Resort today announced that the site preparation work has been completed and main construction has officially commenced on Shanghai Disneyland’s newest and eighth themed land, Zootopia, marking a key milestone in bringing the beloved Zootopia story to life for guests at the…
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Step into a Festive “Frozen” Wonderland at Shanghai Disney Resort this Holiday Season
Shanghai, November 22nd, 2019 – To coincide with the release of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen 2” across China, Shanghai Disney Resort has transformed into a festive “Frozen” wonderland filled with special seasonal surprises including a “Frozen” castle and the first “snow” in Shanghai, incredible food and beverage offerings, a wide selection of holiday merchandise, and…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Announces the Return of the Disney Imaginations Shanghai Design Competition
SHANGHAI (October 11, 2019) – Shanghai Disney Resort today announced the long-awaited return of Disney Imaginations Shanghai, following the huge success of last year’s inaugural competition. This year’s contest brings a new project challenge, an expanded set of participating universities, and more opportunities for full-time students to let their creativity flow and design innovative concepts…
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Michael Colglazier to Add Disneyland Paris to Leadership Responsibilities
In one of several moves of executives for Disney Parks, Experience and Products, Michael Colglazier will be adding Disneyland Paris to his portfolio. Currently, Colglazier is the President, Disney Parks Eastern Region and Managing Director, Asia Pacific. This was a role that was created ahead of Disney acquisition of Fox. With Bob Chapek being focused…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Celebrates Autumn with Exciting New Offers and Experiences for Guests to Enjoy throughout the Golden Season!
Shanghai, September 3, 2019 – Here’s a secret among Disney fans – autumn is one of the best seasons to experience the magic and wonder of Shanghai Disney Resort! A season of Chinese and international festivities and celebrations, with comfortable cool weather, special offers and the incredible value of an Annual Pass, this is truly a…