Tag: Disney Geek News
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Hires New Administrator to Oversee Area Around Walt Disney World
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District has voted to hire a new administrator. With the hiring of the new administrator also comes a 14% raise for the position from the position’s predecessor. Glen Gilzean Jr. has been tasked with being the new administrator for the former Reedy Creek District. He will be paid $400,000 per…
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“Avengers: Power the Night” Returning to Skies Above Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris in September
The popular nighttime show Avengers: Power the Night is returning to Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris on September 1, 2023. The show, which utilizes as many as 500 drones and special effects, will continue to light up the night through November 5, 2023. This drone show will be shown lately and help launch…
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Grammy-Nominated Singer Halle Bailey Makes Dreams Come True for Two Aspiring Filmmakers at Disney’s Live-Action ‘The Little Mermaid’ World Premiere
Two high school students had their dreams come true Monday night when they hit the Hollywood blue carpet with actress Halle Bailey for the world premiere of the live-action remake of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” Bailey, who plays the lead role of Ariel in the movie, invited the two teens – Dylan Jones of Atlanta, GA, and Madison…
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Clyde’s Hot Chicken Now Open in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
Clyde’s Hot Chicken is now open in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. This new stand in Downtown Disney focuses solely on Nashville hot chicken which it offers in three heat levels of seasoning. The new location can be found near the Monorail station. The menu for Clyde’s Hot Chicken includes a couple of different…
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The Muppetverse – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #659
Welcome to a very Muppet-centric episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week the Geeks are spending a lot of time talking about The Muppets Mayhem, Mr. Daps’ interview with The Electric Mayhem, and also ideas for the Muppetverse. Before getting into some pretty in-depth Muppet conversation, the Geeks talk about Mantis arriving at Avengers Campus and…
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“Under the Sea” Song Clip Released From Live-Action “The Little Mermaid”
Disney has released a look at the song Under the Sea from the upcoming live-action version of The Little Mermaid. The clip gives a look at how Daveed Diggs sings Sebastian’s big song in the film. He sings it to Halle Bailey’s Ariel. Initially, the clip was released through Entertainment Tonight’s social media before being…
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Amazon Exclusive Funko Pop! Train: Disney 100 – Darth Vader on Tie Fighter Now Available for Pre-Order
An Amazon-exclusive Funko Pop! that is part of a train that has Darth Vader on a Tie Fighter is now available for pre-order. This marks the third Funko Pop! that is a part of this train. The engine has Walt Disney and the first car has Mickey Mouse as Steamboat Willie. The collection is part…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District to Appoint DeSantis Ally as Administrator and Create Enforcement Code for Enforcement of Penalties
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) is continuing to make its mark on the former Reedy Creek Improvement District. This happens under the backdrop of two lawsuits and legislation that will give the district and state of Florida more control over the district. During its next meeting on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, the board…
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President Biden Hosts a Screening of “American Born Chinese” in Celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 9, 2023) – Last night, President Biden hosted a special screening of the highly anticipated Disney+ Original series “American Born Chinese,” as part of the largest Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month celebration at the White House, in partnership with TAAF (The Asian American Foundation). The series from Disney Branded Television…
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New Restaurant Coming to Japan Pavilion at EPCOT
A new restaurant was announced by Disney today for the Japan Pavilion at EPCOT. This new table service restaurant called Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya will be opening this summer. It will offer a festive dining experience in a sharable Izakaya-style. Disney shared about the new dining experience coming to Walt Disney World earlier today. Read specifics…
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“The Muppets Mayhem” Could Kick Off A “Muppetverse”
The Muppets Mayhem arrives on Disney+ on May 10, 2023. Ahead of the arrival of this new series focused on The Electric Mayhem, once the house band for The Muppet Show, the band and the show creators are making the rounds and talking about the show. This included an interview with Daps Magic (seen below).…
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Disney Screens Marvel Studios’ ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ for Navy Sailors and Other Military Service Members
In collaboration with the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), The Walt Disney Company surprised thousands of sailors, as well as other military service members, with special advance screenings of Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 last week. These screenings are a part of the Navy’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) entertainment program, which brings entertainment…
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How the Shishi-Odoshi, or Japanese Clacker Garden, at EPCOT Came to Be
Guests who stop by the Japan Pavilion at EPCOT during the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival can see the Japanese Clacker Garden, which is really known as shishi-odoshi (pronounced as she-she oh-doe-she). Shishi-odoshi translates to “scare deer” and is made of a segmented tube (usually bamboo), water, and also rocks. Water slowly fills the segment of…
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Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Guide
Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is taking guests to a galaxy far, far away on a galactic adventure. While aboard the Halcyon, guests get to experience character encounters, go on interactive missions, go on remote planet excursions, and more. As the world celebrates Star Wars Month, the Disney Parks Blog has shared a guide that shares…
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Disney Springs Art Walk: A Canvas of Expression Celebrates AAPI Heritage Month
It is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Walt Disney World Resort is celebrating through A World of Voices. It is also celebrated through the Disney Springs Art Walk: A Convas of Expression. This particular part of the celebration has artwork created by two artists. The Disney Parks Blog shared about this celebration. Read…
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The Walt Disney Company Executives To Participate In The SVB MoffettNathanson Technology, Media & Telecom Conference
BURBANK, Calif., May 8, 2023 – Christine McCarthy, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) and Rita Ferro, President, Advertising Sales, The Walt Disney Company, will participate in a question-and-answer session at the SVB MoffettNathanson Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at approximately 10:00…
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LEGO Disney100 Celebration Train is Now Available on Amazon!
A special LEGO train with Disney characters on it is now available on Amazon as Disney continues to celebrate its 100th anniversary. The LEGO Disney100 Celebration Train has six Disney characters on it including Moana, Woody, Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Mickey & Minnie Mouse. Details about this LEGO set can be found here: LEGO Disney100 Celebration…
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Disney Expands Lawsuit Against Florida Governor DeSantis
Recently Governor Ron DeSantis said in an interview that he had beaten Disney but the end of this dispute is far from over. Today Disney amended and expanded its lawsuit against DeSantis and other leaders in Florida. Disney said in the addition that Governor DeSantis has doubled down with his “retribution campaign” through recent legislative efforts.…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces the Return of Disney Dining Plans and Annual Passholder Good-To-Go Days
The Walt Disney World Resort is already preparing to welcome guests in 2024. As people begin planning their trips to Walt Disney World 2024, five new announcements should make for a more effortless and magical visit for guests. This includes the return of Disney Dining Plans and a new offering called good-to-go days for Annual…
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“Kiss the Girl” Song Clip Released for Live-Action “The Little Mermaid
A look at the song Kiss the Girl from the upcoming live-action The Little Mermaid was released on Sunday. The preview was shared during the 2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards. This new iteration of the song has been updated to reflect the times and shows Halle Bailey as Ariel and Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric in the…
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Pictorial: “American Born Chinese” New York City Premiere
NEW YORK, New York. (May 7, 2023) This evening, the stars and creative team of the upcoming Disney+ Original series “American Born Chinese” celebrated the premiere at the iconic Radio City Music Hall in New York City. “American Born Chinese,” based on the award-winning graphic novel by Gene Luen Yang, from Disney Branded Television and produced…
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Making a Perfect Finale – “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”
This weekend Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 arrived in theaters. This marked the final film in the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy that has all been directed by James Gunn. Disney released the following look at how James Gunn and Marvel Studios came up with this finale for the third Guardians of the Galaxy…
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Disney Cruise Line Debuts New Experiences Bringing the Imaginative Worlds of “Encanto” and “Soul” to the Disney Magic
New additions to the Disney Magic include themed entertainment and soulful lounge, enhancements to the concierge experience CELEBRATION, Fla. (May 5, 2023) – From the magical mountains of Colombia to the bustling streets of New York City, the colorful worlds of two fan-favorite Disney films – Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” and Disney and Pixar’s “Soul”…
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First Look at Mantis in Disney California Adventure
Mantis made her first appearance at Avengers Campus on Friday afternoon during the Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Dance Off! Her arrival in the parks comes as Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 arrives in theaters (Daps Magic’s review is here). D23 was on hand to capture her first appearance and showed photos on social…