Tag: Broadway
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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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Broadway’s James Monroe Iglehart Performs “Friend Like Me” Remix
Happy Friday! Hope your week has been a great one. To celebrate the work week coming to an end, here is a fun video. We have all heard the classic song “Friend Like Me” from Disney’s Aladdin. But, have you heard this remix? James Monroe Iglehart who plays Genie on Broadway’s Aladdin, brings this song to life…
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D23 Expo Panel Highlights – 60 Years of Jungle Cruise, Once Upon A Time, Disney Broadway Originals
D23 Expo has a large amount of panels and presentations, and it is impossible for one person to catch them all. Each are fun and unique and sometimes brings trivia, news, and great guests for all. Here are some highlights from a selection of panels. Safari So Good: 60 Years of Jungle Cruise Jungle Cruise…
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Happy Birthday Donald Duck! – Geeks Corner – Episode 436
Happy Birthday Donald Duck! it’s hard to believe that you are already 81 years old! This week on Geeks Corner, we must give a hat tip to our favorite duck and wish him all the best. It also is a week full of chatter about the Tony’s, Jurassic World, American Hogwarts, and we cannot forget…
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VIDEO: The Lion King & Aladdin Broadway Casts Airport Sing-Off
Normally when you have a delayed flight, you’ll either pull out a book or play a game on your mobile device. But what if you are a part of the Broadway cast of Disney’s The Lion King or Aladdin? You will obviously have a sing off! Footage was captured of this pretty awesome moment. Check…
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'Frozen' Broadway Production to Include New Songs
Looking forward to seeing Frozen on Broadway? Well, you may have to wait a bit for that. According to Broadway online, the live Broadway production is said to take the stage in 2017. Disney Theatrical is on schedule with the production. This production is said to be directed by Alex Timbers. Timbers has directed other productions such as Peter…
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WICKED Projected to Fly to Theaters in 2016
There have been a lot of re-telling of classic stories and fairytales lately, especially in the movies. Now, the Broadway musical that seemed to set this whole trend off will be flying to the silver screen. Wicked, the backstory of the Wizard of Oz (with a few modifications) is aiming to be in theaters sometime…
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Idina Menzel: "Holiday Wishes" Review
It’s finally here! To all those hold outs who resisted until after the turkey had been consumed… you have no excuse now.. its officially CHRISTMAS season! With it, comes all the wonderful decorations, food, holiday smells, shopping, and of course, the part most of you hold out on until after Thanksgiving… the MUSIC! I have to confess,…
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President of Disney Theatrical Group Talks of ‘Frozen’ Production
‘Frozen’ coming soon to a live theater near you? Yes, it will soon happen. President of Disney Theatrical Group, Thomas Schumacher, gave some brief insight to The Hollywood Reporter about plans of a future musical production. Having worked on several other Broadway projects such as ‘The Lion King,’ ‘Aladdin,’ and more, his line of work is…
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'The Lion King' Musical Breaks Box Office Record
Disney’s The Lion King musical has marked a huge milestone in the entertainment industry. Worldwide, the musical has grossed over $6.2 billion. In terms, The Lion King has grossed the largest amount of money in box office history. The musical is based off the 1994 Disney animation classic. Directed by Julie Taymor, the production has…
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'Newsies' Final Curtain Call on Broadway Run
The popular Broadway production, Newsies, made its final curtain call. Having preformed over a thousand shows, its Broadway run came to an end. Check out the cast’s final bow. If you were unable to see them in New York, have no fear. Newsies will be on a nation wide tour, beginning this October! If you…
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‘Newsies’ to End Broadway Run August 24
The popular Broadway production, Newsies, will be ending its performances at the Nederlander Theater on August 24. With the final production run at 1005 performances, it was originally intended to have 101 performances. With that being said, it sure was a popular show. Based off the 1992 Disney film, Alan Menken and Jack Feldman created…
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Aladdin Original Broadway Cast Recording Now Available
With much success of the Broadway musical, Aladdin, fans can now purchase the Original Broadway Cast Recording. With music from Tony Award winning Alan Menken and Tim Rice, the musical scores will make you feel like you are in Agrabah. The soundtrack includes the Oscar and Grammy winning song “A Whole New World” and includes…
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Disney’s Newsies The Musical is Going on Tour
Disney’s Newsies is going on tour in the fall of 2014. Visit the official website for the production and click on the “Tour” button and some of the details are beginning to be released. While dates have not been announced yet, the cities Newsies will be visiting have. Newsies will be coming to the following…
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Muppets Coming to Stage? Disney Theatrical Productions Explores Options
Muppets Coming to Stage? In recent years, Disney Theatrical Productions has been exploring many different options for future shows. Some of these have actually made it to the stage (Aladdin) and others are still in various stages of the production process (Dumbo, Father of the Bride). A new idea that has recently come to light,…
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D23 Expo 2013 Announces “BROADWAY AND BEYOND”
DISNEY THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS TO PRESENT “BROADWAY AND BEYOND” A MUSICAL JOURNEY INTO DISNEY’S HISTORY ON BROADWAY AND BEYOND BURBANK, Calif. – June 11, 2013 – D23: The Official Disney Fan Club is thrilled to announce a special theatrical performance, Broadway and Beyond. Thomas Schumacher, president and producer, Disney Theatrical Productions will host a musical…
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D23 Members Save Big With New, Exclusive Discounts and Offers From Disney and Beyond
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Members of The Official Disney Fan Club Can Now Save Hundreds of Dollars with Adventures By Disney, Disney Store, Disney on Broadway, the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, and More! Plus at Stores and Restaurants Around the Country BURBANK, Calif. – January 8, 2013 – Whether they’re headed…
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Cast Members Perform 10th Encore Show for Charity
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., July 16, 2012 – In 2002, a few Walt Disney World Cast Members sharing a passion for artistic expression and a desire to help local charities came together to create magic in a special way — producing cabaret-style productions of Broadway standards. Today, this…
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D23: The Official Disney Fan Club Unveils New Member Discounts & Offers
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE D23 MEMBERS SAVE BIG ON FUN AND ACTIVTIES THIS SUMMER – AND YEAR ROUND – WITH NEW, EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS AND OFFERS A D23 Membership Card Saves Members Hundreds of Dollars on Everything from Airport Transportation to Disney Theatrical Shows, Plus Stores and Restaurants Around the Country BURBANK, Calif. –…
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Celebrate This Christmas with the World’s Brightest Stars in the 28th Annual ‘Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade’ TV Special
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Christina Aguilera, Justin Bieber, Jennifer Hudson and Disney Friends Share Holiday Joy December 25 on ABC-TV Lake Buena Vista, Fla. and Anaheim, Calif., Dec. 6, 2011 – Deck the castles with boughs of holly and tune in as Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida present…
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Newsies is Broadway Bound
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Newsies, the new American musical, will open at Broadway’s Nederlander Theater for a strictly limited 101 performance engagement on March 29. Newsies, the breakout new American musical, will move to Broadway’s Nederlander Theatre (208 W 41st St) for a strictly limited 101 performance run following its critically-hailed stint at…