Tag: Cinderella
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Ella Enchanted | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 9, 2004
On this day in 2004, the fantasy romantic comedy ‘Ella Enchanted’ was released by Miramax Films, then a division of Disney. A modernized, revisionist take on the Cinderella story and a satire of the fairy tale genre, ‘Ella Enchanted’ was based on a book of the same name. It follows Anne Hathaway’s Ella, whose fairy…
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Lily James | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 5, 1989
On this day in 1989, actress Lily James was born. She is known by Disney fans for portraying Cinderella in the 2015 live action film of the same name. The role would be her film breakthrough, assisted by the famous photos of her in Cinderella’s blue ball gown, which were taken by Annie Leibovitz. The…
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Cinderella Festival | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 3, 1971
On this day in 1971, a 3-day Cinderella Festival began at Disneyland. It celebrated the 20th anniversary of the film and the upcoming debut of Cinderella Castle at the Walt Disney World Resort. The event featured garden tours from Disneyland horticulturists and multiple fashion shows daily. A special 24-page booklet included recipes from Cinderella’s Royal…
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Claude Coats | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 17, 1913
On this day in 1913, Imagineer, artist, designer, and Disney Legend Claude Coats was born. His lush watercolor backgrounds added depth and beauty to films like ‘Pinocchio,’ ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,’ ‘Fantasia,’ and ‘Cinderella,’ just to name a few! Coats became an Imagineer in 1955, where he was central to the design of…
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Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings Reveal New Details About New Disney Weddings Coach
Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings has revealed new details about a brand new Disney Weddings Coach that will be coming to the Disneyland Resort. The reveal comes during World Princess Week. Along with revealing the inspiration behind the new coach, other details for magical possibilities were shared for those who may want to have a magical…
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Cinderella to be Even Lovelier With New 4K Restoration on Disney+
“Cinderella, she’s as lovely as her name,” the song goes in the Disney animated classic Cinderella. On August 25th, she will look lovelier than ever when this beautiful film is released on Disney+ in a newly restored 4K version. The film is being released during Princess Week and will mark the first time that it…
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Paolo Montalban Joins Cast of ‘Descendants: The Rise of Red’ and Reunites with Brandy
Paolo Montalban has joined the cast of Descendants: The Rise of Red. This movie was formerly known as The Pocketwatch. He will be portraying King Charming, Cinderella’s devoted husband, in the film. This will have him reuniting with Brandy in this newest installment of the Descendants franchise. The two are parents to Chloe who is…
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Disney Celebrates World Princess Week with Brandy Singing “Starting Now” in Front of Sleeping Beauty Castle
It is World Princess Week and Disney is celebrating in many different ways. There are magical moments, foods, and more. All of this is wrapped into the Ultimate Princess Celebration! One of the ways princesses are being celebrated is through the theme song for this week. Sung by global superstar and Grammy Award-winning recording artist…
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Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella Coming to Disney+ in February
The Legendary 1997 Movie Stars Brandy, Whitney Houston, Whoopi Goldberg and more BURBANK, Calif. (February 4, 2021) — At the stroke of midnight on Friday, February 12, “Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella” will begin streaming exclusively on Disney+. The beloved televised movie musical stars Brandy in the title role and Whitney Houston as “Fairy Godmother” alongside…
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Park Icons – Top 5 Good News Disney Stories of 2020 – #4
This year’s top 5 is looking a bit different. Where it’s usually taking a look back at the stories that topped news and social media for Disney, we’re constraining it to the more positive, hopeful stories of the year. This fourth spot is also a compilation of similar items. It’s about the parks, but the…
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Disney Cruise Line Reveals Grand Hall Character Statue During Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Celebration
Disney Cruise Line fans got a magical Christmas present during the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Celebration this year. Disney released a new video with a look at the fleet’s newest ship, the Disney Wish. This video also revealed the character that would appear at the base of the beautiful staircase in the Grand Hall.…
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Disney+ Announces Production of “Sneakerella”
BURBANK, Calif. (Oct. 21, 2020) — Talented up-and-coming actors Chosen Jacobs (“It”) and Lexi Underwood (“Little Fires Everywhere”) will star alongside four-time NBA Champion John Salley in the new Disney+ original movie, “Sneakerella.” Now in production, the pop/hip-hop musical leaves a sneaker culture imprint on the “Cinderella” fairy tale. Jane Startz (“Ella Enchanted”) and Rachel Watanabe-Batton (“I Pity the…
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Laughing Stock Co. Takes Final Bow at Disneyland’s Golden Horseshoe Saloon
The Laughing Stock Co. took its final bow this evening at Disneylands Golden Horseshoe Saloon. The comedy troupe has been performing in the Golden Horseshoe Saloon for several years now multiple times a day. They also have been known to perform out in front of the Golden Horseshoe Saloon in Frontierland through the years. For…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Castle Transformation Reaches New Stage with Tower Additions Representing Beloved Disney Princess Stories
Castle Transformation Reaches New Stage with Tower Additions Representing Beloved Disney Princess Stories HONG KONG, August 1, 2019 — The transformation of the iconic castle at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) is set to enter its most important stage yet. Starting today, towers and spires representing 13 stories of beloved Disney Princesses and heroines will…
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Cinderella: Anniversary Edition Coming to Homes Around the World On Digital and Movies Anywhere June 18 and on Blu-ray™ June 25
As we approach the 70th anniversary of Cinderella, it’s only appropriate to celebrate! Disney has given us the perfect gift for such a wonderful occasion. Next month, Cinderella: Anniversary Edition will come to homes on digital and Movies Anywhere on June 18 and on Blu-ray™ June 25. The film, which celebrates the kindness that lives deep…
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Redwood Creek Challenge Trail Magical Holiday Moments – Sundays with DAPs
Christmas has arrived at the Disneyland Resort and is in full swing now! The decorations are up, Santa and his elves are out, and the Disneyland Resort is the merriest place on Earth! The DAPS MAGIC team arrived at the Disneyland Resort in the early afternoon. It was a pleasant surprised to discover that the…
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Parades of the Park – Hong Kong Disneyland In Detail
We’ve been to every land. We’ve looked at a hotel and a great show. Now it’s time to end our trip to Hong Kong Disneyland with a look at the parades of the park. Flights of Fantasy This parade originally premiered as part of the 5th anniversary, and was alive and well for the 10th…
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Elena To Have Royal Welcome Live At Magic Kingdom
Disney Parks Blog will host a live ceremony at the Magic Kingdom to welcome Princess Elena of Avalor. It will be the first of a limited time show called “The Royal Welcome of Princess Elena of Avalor.” On August 11 the Blog will have live video of the royal welcome. Cinderella and Prince Charming will…
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Celebrating Disneyland’s 61st Birthday
This July 17, 2016, marked Disneyland’s 61st anniversary of park opening. Though the resort has still been celebrating the 60th, this day was still a special one to mark. And in a special celebration the park did so. At the Main Street Train Station was where the ceremony took place. The Disneyland Band marched down…
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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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Taking a Look Back at the Costumes of Disney’s ‘Cinderella’
If you enjoyed Disney’s live action film, Cinderella, one thing you’ll notice for sure are the exquisite costumes. From ball gowns to sharp suits, it takes a whole fleet to dress an entire cast. Inspired by true beauty and elegance, audiences were stunned by the amount of detail in each of the costumes. Check out the clip and…
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Cinderella – Mr. DAPs’ Home Theater Review
Cinderella is a story that is known and loved by millions. For many, the story immediately evokes memories of a beautiful animated maiden who talks with animals, sings as she works, and exudes kindness to all. The Walt Disney Company returned to this classic story and retold it, this time utilizing live-action instead of animation. Overall, Cinderella…
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Disney’s Live Action ‘Cinderella’ Now Available on Blu-ray, DVD & Digital Release
“When there is kindness, there is goodness. When there is goodness, there is magic.” Now available on digital release, Blu-ray and DVD is that of Disney’s live action, Cinderella. Relive all those glorious magical moments of the film. From pumpkins, to glass slippers, dancing and more, Cinderella is a classic tale. If you wish to add this film…
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“A Million Words of Kindness” Campaign Inspired by Disney’s Cinderella
If you have seen Disney’s live action version of Cinderella, you’ll know that “where there is kindness, there is goodness; and where there is goodness, there is magic,” is said many times throughout the film. When it comes to being kind to others, Cinderella is a great role model. In keeping with the theme of…