Tag: Disney Geek News
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Disneyland Paris Gives New Look at Chandelier in Reimagined Disneyland Hotel
Disneyland Paris has given a first look at a beautiful chandelier that will be a centerpiece in the lobby of its newly reimagined Disneyland Hotel when it reopens early next year. This is being described as a luminous structure that is full of magic. This beautiful light structure was the brainchild of a creative and…
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‘Euro Disney: L’Album Officiel’ Now Available on Music Streaming Services
The 30th anniversary album Euro Disney: L’Album Officiel originally was released only on vinyl and could only be purchased at Disneyland Paris. Now it is available on music streaming services. The album contains music that is pulled from the last 30 years at Disneyland Paris. Euro Disney: L’Album Officiel is now available on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube…
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Honoring Disney Legend Burny Mattinson’s Legacy in Disney Animation’s ‘Once Upon a Studio’
The all-new original short film Once Upon a Studio begins with the artists, storytellers, and technologists at Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, California, heading home for the day—and Disney Legend Burny Mattinson, The Walt Disney Company’s longest-serving employee of 70 years, is the last person to walk out the door. When the coast is finally clear,…
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13 Facts About Walt Disney World’s Tower of Terror on Friday the 13th
It’s Friday the 13th so it is only appropriate to take a look at the Tower of Terror at Walt Disney World Resort. It is even more appropriate to take 13 looks at this terrifying attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Today, Disney shared 13 facts about the Tower of Terror at Walt Disney World Resort.…
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Check Out The New Merchandise and Offerings for 30th Anniversary of Tim Burton’s ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’
This year is the 30th anniversary of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. Even more special, 30 years ago today this classic Halloween (or Christmas?) movie was released in theaters. As part of the celebration of 30 years of The Nightmare Before Christmas, the Disney Parks Blog shared 13 of its favorite merchandise offerings that…
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13 Spooky Disney Parks Videos on Friday the 13th
Today is Friday the 13th! Even better, its Friday the 13th in the month of October, the spookiest of months! With that in mind, it only seems appropriate to revisit 13 spooky videos that Daps Magic has filmed through the years. The following 13 videos are in no particular order but are 13 of our…
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – October 8, 2023
The transformation of Downtown Disney District continues to move along at a rapid pace. This comes as no surprise after the announcement this week that the new stage and lawn area will be opening on the west end of Downtown Disney District by the end of the year. Along with announcing the opening, new dining…
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Disney and TikTok Announce Partnership with First-Of-Its-Kind Content Hub Celebrating 100 Years of The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company and TikTok announced a partnership today as The Walt Disney Company celebrates its 100th anniversary. This partnership includes a first-of-its-kind content hub that will debut on the social media platform on October 16th. This new hub will allow Disney fans to find content from Disney, Disney Parks, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars,…
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Everything You Need to Know About Hong Kong Disneyland’s World of Frozen
The World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland opens on November 20, 2023. When it does, guests will be able to be immersed in the story of the Frozen franchise like never before. There will be plenty of experiences to be enjoyed with attractions, dining, shopping, and of course, characters to meet when the land…
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Meet Two Disney Animation Apprentices Behind ‘Once Upon a Studio’
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Once Upon a Studio is a tribute to the generations of fans who have loved the studio’s 100 years of characters and stories. Written and directed by Dan Abraham and Trent Correy, the short film finds a century’s worth of characters assembling for a group portrait. All of the animation in the short…
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The Walt Disney Company Donates To Support Humanitarian Relief Following Terrorist Attacks In Israel
BURBANK, Calif., Oct. 12, 2023 — Following the deadly Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel, The Walt Disney Company is donating $2 million to organizations that are providing humanitarian relief in the region. “In the wake of the horrific terrorist attacks targeting Jews in Israel this past weekend, we must all do what we can to…
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Figment Gingerbread Cookie with Frosting Disney Munchlings Plush Arrives on shopDisney for Limited Release
A new Disney Munchlings plush has been released on shopDisney with everyone’s favorite EPCOT mascot. The Figment Gingerbread Cookie with Frosting Disney Munchlings Plush is available now with a limited release. This plush if 4 3/4″ tall and destined to be quite popular. If it is something you want, definitely order it quickly before it…
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VIDEOS/PHOTOS: New Droids Arrive at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Guests visiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge today were treated with the arrival of three little droids that haven’t been seen before. The three droids could be seen in the area near the speeder garage. This is also the area where Hera and Chopper have been appearing in recent weeks. These droids resemble the BD-1 droid…
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Disney Feud With Florida Governor DeSantis Given More Ammunition With New Universal Orlando Special District Creation?
The ongoing feud between The Walt Disney Company and Governor Ron DeSantis might have just been given more ammunition. This week the Orange County (Fla.) Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to create the Shingle Creek CDD Community Development District (Shingle Creek CDD). This is a special tax district that was proposed by Universal Orlando Resort.…
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Disney and Comcast Hire Investment Banks for Hulu Valuation
Progress continues to be made on the potential sale of Comcast’s remaining Hulu stake to Disney. Both Comcast and Disney have hired investment banks to rate the value of Hulu ahead of November 1st when either company can trigger an option to kick off the sale of Hulu. Hulu already has a minimum value of…
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GEEK EATS: House Gumbo From Tiana’s Palace Recipe at Disneyland Resort
Since Tiana’s Palace opened at Disneyland it has been no secret that I really enjoy the House Gumbo. This is just one of many offerings on the menu at this new restaurant in New Orleans Square that is full of flavor and heart that I have enjoyed. Yes, I’ve tried everything on the menu now…
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Disney Unveils New Mural for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney has revealed a first look at a new mural that will be a part of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure when it opens in the Magic Kingdom in 2024. On the Disney Parks Blog, Imagineer Carmen Smith, Senior Vice President, Creative Development – Product/Content & Inclusive Strategies, shared about this new mural, the artist behind it,…
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Ashley Eckstein To Lead and Star in New Audio Drama for Disney
Ashley Eckstein, the voice of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels along with founder of Her Universe, is kicking off her own universe. Today it was announced through Collider that Eckstein will be leading and lending her voice to a new audio drama for Disney Publishing. There is a…
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The Touching Story of How Richard Sherman Revisits Walt Disney’s Favorite Song in ‘Once Upon a Studio’
When Walt Disney Animation Studios’ new short Once Upon a Studio makes its broadcast debut Sunday, October 15, at 8 p.m. ET/PT as part of ABC’s The Wonderful World of Disney: Disney’s 100th Anniversary Celebration!, it will feature a newly recorded version of the classic Mary Poppins lullaby “Feed the Birds” by Academy Award-winning composer, songwriter, and Disney Legend Richard…
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Disney Springs Continues Hispanic & Latin American Heritage Month Celebration with Vibrant New Art Walk Painting
Mural by Katerina Santos and Juan Travieso (TRATOS) Celebrates Family and Cuban Culture with Image of Son, Luka LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Oct. 2, 2023) – Vibrant images of life and family have been added to the Disney Springs Art Walk: A Canvas of Expression by Katerina Santos and Juan Travieso – known together as TRATOS – with a…
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Donald Duck Halloween Tie-Dye T-Shirt Returns to shopDisney
A popular Donald Duck Halloween Tie-Dye T-Shirt for Adults has returned to shopDisney. This comes after it initially was out of stock. The shirt also currently is on sale on shopDisney. It returns to the website as it also is offering free shipping (just on October 11, 2023). Details about this shirt can be seen…
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Disneyland Resort Announces Opening of New Stage and Lawn at Downtown Disney District Later This Year And Announces Other New Offerings
The Disneyland Resort announced that later this year a new stage and lawn area will be opening at Downtown Disney District. This area will offer the opportunities for guests to enjoy entertainment, special events, and activities once it is open. It will also feature a new sculpture by Nikkolas Smith. According to Disney, this tower…
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shopDisney Offers Free Shipping All Day Today!
Today shopDisney is offering free shipping for the entire day. This offer combines with other offers that are currently found on shopDisney. This includes the 31 Days of Halloween offer, a 30% discount on Halloween items, and the recent arrival of Holiday merchandise on shopDisney. To utilize free shipping today, simply utilize the code FREESHIP.…
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Prices Go Up For Annual Passes at Walt Disney World Resort
Today it was announced that all-day Park Hopping will be returning to Walt Disney World Resort. Along with this announcement, Annual Passes prices were also increased for the Walt Disney World Resort. While prices went up for all tickets, parking, Disney Genie+, and Magic Keys at Disneyland Resort, they were restricted at Walt Disney World…