Tag: Disney Geek News
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Marvel Studios VFX Workers Take First Steps Toward Unionization
While SAG-AFTRA and WGA union members are on strike, another group has voted to become a part of a union. VFX workers at Marvel Studios have voted to start the unionization process as well. This is a first in the industry and could lead to changes in how movies are made. Vulture is reporting that…
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“Rogers: The Musical” Composer Explains Why Bucky Barnes Doesn’t Have a Bigger Role in the Show
This summer at the Hyperion Theater in Disney California Adventure, fans have been able to experience Rogers: The Musical. This is a musical telling of the story of Stever Rogers, or Captain America, that is being offered on a limited basis at the Disneyland Resort. For some fans, a big question has come up while…
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Meet the Author of “Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure,” Thomas Maurion
Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure is now being presented in Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris. This new charming show was written by Thomas Maurion. Maurion actually started on the stage and his career has grown and changed to writing for the stage. Disneyland Paris has released an interview with Maurion about his career…
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How Pixar’s ‘Elemental’ Kept Its Fire Burning at the Box Office
When Pixar’s Elemental debuted in June it was more spark than fire. The animated film—which is set in a world of elements and is centered around the love story of the fiery Ember and the wishy-washy Wade—made roughly $30 million at the domestic box office for its opening weekend. However, it didn’t attract the usual masses for…
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Mickey and Friends runDisney Medals Revealed for 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
Ahead of the 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, the runDisney Medals have been revealed for this big event. The 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend takes place from January 3 – 7, 2024 and the medals for this special event are themed around Mickey and Friends. Take a look at the medals that runners…
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shopDisney Reveals Halloween Merchandise Lineup
Halloween is starting to show up in the parks and now it is also showing up on shopDisney. Today shopDisney released quite the lineup of Halloween merchandise. This includes apparel, costumes, decorations, and quite the array of other spooky items. Below are some of the highlights of this year’s Halloween merchandise lineup: Minnie Mouse Sequin…
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Disney’s Live-Action “The Little Mermaid” Swims to Disney+ on September 6
Disney’s live-action The Little Mermaid is currently available for digital download and soon it will also be available on Disney+. Today Disney announced that the live-action musical retelling of the animated classic will be arriving on Disney+ on September 6, 2023. The Little Mermaid initially opened in theaters in May and garnered $542 at the…
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Photos/Video: Haunted Mansion Exhibit at Disneyland
With the arrival of Haunted Mansion in theaters (review here), an exhibit has materialized in the Opera House at Disneyland for the film. The exhibit includes concept art, props, and also the dress worn by Jamie Lee Curtis in the film as Madame Leoto. Another similar exhibit is coming to Walt Disney World and will…
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“Haunted Mansion” Director Would Like to Tackle Another Disney Attraction
Haunted Mansion director Justin Simien mayb have just finished directing a movie based on one classic Disney attraction but if he had his way, he’d direct a movie of another. In an interview with Screen Rant, Simien shared what other Disney attraction he would like to make into a movie… and it might not be…
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A Look at Tiana’s Palace Progress at Disneyland
Tiana’s Palace is getting closer and closer to opening in New Orleans Square. When it does, guests will get to enjoy this newly themed restaurants with classic dishes from New Orleans along with some favorites from the former French Market. Tiana’s Palace promises to have the same “pinch of pizzazz and flair as the restaurant…
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The Disney Cruise Line – A Look at the Fleet
The Disney Cruise Line fleet continues to expand. Currently there are five ships that make up the fleet with more on the way. These ships take guests on magical adventures around the globe. They combine the luxury of cruising with the magic that can only come from The Walt Disney Company. Below is an overview…
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Tree of Life Awakenings Set to Return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Later This Year
Tree of Life Awakenings brings the centerpiece vibrantly to life in the evenings at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. However, during the summer it has not been presented due to evenings being too light. However, later this year, that will be changing. Starting later this fall, Tree of Life Awakenings will be returning to brighten up the…
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Meet the Cast of Disney Illusion Island
Since being released, Disney Illusion Island has had fans going on adventures with Mickey Mouse and the gang to find missing books on the island of Monoth. This game is fun for all ages thanks to the writing of Kelsy Abbott, Lizz Lunney, and Debra Grand-Scrutton. There are also some magical moments to enjoy with…
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Disney’s “Frozen” Returning to Theaters as Part of Disney100 Celebration
Disney’s Frozen is heading back to theaters. The movie about sisters Anna and Elsa is being presented once again on the big screen as part of the celebration of Disney100. The film will be in theaters from August 4 – August 17, 2023. The release of Frozen in theaters once again is just one of…
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It’s Now or Never in New “Ahsoka” TV Spot
A new TV spot for Ahsoka has the title character facing off against a new foe and reaching out to some old friends for help. The new TV spot comes just weeks ahead of the arrival of this newest Star Wars series on Disney+ on August 23, 2023. This clip gives a look at some…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board Chair Speaks Out Against Disney
Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board chairman, Martin Garcia, has made it clear that he views Disney as an adversary. In a letter to the editor that was sent to the Orlando Sentinel, Garcia said that the board on which he sits “recognizes that it is up against a corporate behemoth.” The letter to the…
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“Elemental” Continues to Surpass Expectations as it Passes $400 Million Mark
Elemental is the movie that just keeps swimming. After a fairly weak start, the newest Pixar movie continues to move forward at the box office. Most recently, it has passed the $400 million mark at the global box office. The film has now brought in $146.2 million domestically and $257.5 million internationally. In total it…
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2023 Her Universe Fashion Show Replay Now Available
A replay of the 2023 Her Universe Fashion Show at San Diego Comic-Con is now available for fans to watch. The fashion show included 25 designers who came together to compete for the chance to design a Her Universe collection for Hot Topic. This is done while showing off their incredible Disney-inspired designs! Check out…
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New Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug Coming to Trader Sam’s!
A new Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug is going to soon be sold at Trader Sam’s at the Disneyland Hotel. This new tiki mug will be released at Trader Sam’s on August 9th, which also happens to be the 54th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. The 3rd Edition Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug is a ghostly…
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Disney ily 4EVER Fashion Dolls Now Available
A new line of dolls that allow fans to celebrate their favorite Disney characters and stories comes in the form of Disney ily 4EVER Fashion Dolls. These dolls are now available from JAKKS Pacific, Inc at Target and Amazon. Disney descripes Disney ily 4EVER in the following way: Disney ily 4EVER is the only fashion doll brand that…
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Mandrill Monkey Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A new Mandrill Monkey is capturing hearts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This new baby will remind Disney fans of The Lion King. Everyone else will just think she is one of the cutest little ones ever! This new baby girl is named Saffron and weighs less than three pounds. She could almost fit in the…
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Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental” Heading to Homes Digitally in August and on Disc in September
Disney and Pixar’s Elemental will soon be available digitally for people to download and watch at home, followed by on disc in September. Elemental will be released for digital download on August 15 and then be available on September 26 on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD. The home entertainment release will have bonus features…
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Meet Metin Cig, Special Effects Designer and Lead Show Group Designer for “Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure” at Disneyland Paris
There is a new show in Studio Theater at the Walt Disney Studios at Disneyland Paris. Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure is a new immersive experience that takes the guests in attendence right into some favorite Pixar stories. The show was brought to life through the efforts of many different creators. One of these is…
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Walt Disney World Resort Conjures Up Wicked Fun for the Whole Family This Fall
From Halloween parties and a global flavor celebration to a half-marathon Banquet Bash, Walt Disney World bubbles over with family-friendly fall fun LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (August 2, 2023) – As summer wanes, the fall season ushers in a variety of enticing family experiences at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. This year, fan-favorite seasonal celebrations…