Tag: Disney
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Disney Store Offering FREE SHIPPING Today!
The Disney Store is offering free shipping sitewide TODAY. This comes as there is plenty of new merchandise and collections to be found on the website. This includes the new Disney Eats Pizza Collection, new RSVLTS shirts, vacationwear, and also a new line of Easter gifts and merchandise. Accessing free shipping is quite simple. Utilize…
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‘Nǎi Nai & Wài Pó’ Director Sean Wang’s Path to the Oscars
Sean Wang is receiving a slew of recognition for his short documentary film, Nǎi Nai & Wài Pó. It’s streaming for over 100 million subscribers on Disney+ and Hulu, it’s relaunching Disney’s classic People and Places series, and it’s been nominated for Best Documentary Short Film at the 96th annual Academy Awards®. But for the 29-year-old director, all of this is…
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Easter Displays & Grand Cottage Returning to Walt Disney World Resort
Springtime is almost here, and one of the best parts about Spring at Walt Disney World are the incredible delights the culinary teams whip up, especially for holidays like Easter. We all know how dazzling the displays are for Christmastime, and Spring/Easter are right up there. This year is no different because, once again, select…
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‘Aladdin – The Hit Broadway Musical’ Prepares to Celebrate 10 Years on Broadway
Aladdin – The Hit Broadway Musical is preparing to celebrate 10 years on the stage. The musical will be celebrating this milestone at the New Amsterdam Theatre on March 20, 2024. On this date, Aladdin will be presenting its 3,513 show, a milestone in itself. By this time, it will have welcomed nearly 6M guests to the…
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The Walt Disney Company Announces the 10th Year of the Disney Accelerator Program and its 2024 Participant Companies
The Walt Disney Company announced today the 10th year of Disney Accelerator, a business development program designed to accelerate the growth of innovative companies from around the world. As it marks a decade of investment in innovation through the Disney Accelerator, Disney also announced the five companies joining the 2024 program. These companies are focused…
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Crown Institute at the University of Colorado and Pixar Collaborate to Create ‘Inside Out’ – Kid’s Themed App
Pixar Animation Studios and the Crown Institute at the University of Colorado have come together to create a new kid’s-themed app ahead of the released of Inside Out 2. The app is called InsideU and was created to help children learn more about their emotions and relationships using characters and clips from Inside Out. This…
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Bioworld and Disney Announce New Luggage Line
Pop culture experts Bioworld and Disney have announced a new upcoming brand new luggage line. With this announcement also came a look at what the first piece of baggage will look like. This piece has an elegant look with Mickey Mouse ears on the front of it. Bioworld shares that it will be available starting…
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Soarin’ Around the World Returning to EPCOT on February 28
Soarin’ Around the World is returning to EPCOT and replacing Soarin’ Over California. Walt Disney World Resort has announced that the final day to experience Soarin’ Over California will be on February 27, 2024. The following day Soarin’ Around the World will be returning for guests to experience. The original version of the attraction had…
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Disney and Nintendo Announce ‘Epic Mickey: Rebrushed’
It’s been nearly 14 years since Epic Mickey was first released exclusively for the Nintendo Wii. Now, Nintendo and Disney have announced that a new version of the game will be released later this year for the Nintendo Switch. Called Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, this version of the game will see “a variety of enhancements” from…
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Loungefly Announces New Collection in Celebration of Hello Kitty’s 50th Anniversary
Pop culture accessories brand Loungefly, in collaboration with Sanrio, recently announced their all-new collection in celebration of Hello Kitty’s 50th Anniversary! The celebratory collection features a variety of accessories and apparel including Loungefly’s signature mini backpack, wallets, journals, jackets and more adorned with Hello Kitty in her classic blue overalls and signature red bow. Additionally, Funko…
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4017 Disneyana | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 21, 1980
On this day in 1980, Soviet-Ukranian astronomer L. G. Karachkina discovered the asteroid, “4017 Disneya.” It was named in memory of Walt Disney, who the astronomer cited as being an “outstanding American movie producer and master of animation.” The asteroid is about 4 ½ miles in diameter and is found in the main asteroid belt…
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How’d We Get to 700? – Geeks Corner – Episode #700
Welcome to the 700th episode of Geeks Corner! On this week’s episode, the Geeks take a look at the past and also what is going on today in the world of Disney And Positive Stuff! Mr. Daps takes everyone back 700 episodes to the original episode as they discuss the topics from back then. He…
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FuboTV Sues Disney, Fox Corp., and Warner Bros. Discovery Over Sports Streaming Platform
FuboTV has sued The Walt Disney Company, Fox Corp. and Warner Bros. Discovery seeking to block a joint venture between the three companies for a sports platform. It alleges that there are antitrust issues with the three media companies coming together for the joint streaming platform. FuboTV says that it is being forced to carry…
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Sony to Take Over Physical Media Sales and Distribution for Disney
Disney is closing the Disney Movie Club. As it shuts down its sales for physical media, it turns out that Sony will be picking them up. Sony will be manufacturing, distributing, and marking DVDs and Blu-Rays for The Walt Disney Company. The deal with Sony will also allow for the company to market, sell, and…
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Here is What’s Coming to Disney+ in March 2024
Disney+ continues to add more content on a regular basis and expand its library. Since launching in November 2019, Disney’s flagship streaming service has added familiar titles, original content, and more from across its many brands and studios. In March 2024, there will be even more titles coming to Disney+. This includes Taylor Swift: The…
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Disney Closing Disney Movie Club
Disney has announced that it will be closing the Disney Movie Club. This comes as traditional disc media continues to see a decline and sales and streaming service continue to grow in influence. An email was sent out to Members stating that after 23 years, the Disney Movie Club is saying goodbye. The following email…
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Disney Store Launches Disney Eats Pizza Collection
The recently rebranded Disney Store has launched its Disney Eats Pizza Collection. This continues a a year-long trend of releasing new food-based merchandise each month. Next month, for example, will be the Disney Eats Macaron Collection. This month’s collection includes spirit jerseys (Disneyland and Walt Disney World), a Minnie Mouse Pizza Ear Headband, and a…
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Disney Highlights 6 Festivals in 2024
Disney continues to lean into festival. This year, there seem to be more than ever before! Whether visiting the Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resorts, there are some really enjoyable festivals experience for guests of all ages. As people plan their trips to the Disney Parks in 2024, there are a lot of different possibilities…
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Special Anaheim Ducks Days Rally Towel Coming Exclusively For Disneyland Magic Key Holders
The duck call is out for all Anaheim Ducks fans! Are you ready for Anaheim Ducks Days? On February 22 and February 23, 2024, the Disneyland Resort will be celebrating the Anaheim Ducks Hockey Club’s 30th anniversary with a 2-day event at Disney California Adventure Park! To commemorate the celebration, Magic Key Holders can pick…
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PICTORIAL: Final Day of Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession
The Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure has once again come and gone. This annual tradition celebrates Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean customs traditions and ran from January 23 through February 18. This year saw some fun surprises, like the arrival of Meilin Lee and her mother Ming Lee from Disney and Pixar’s Turning Red…
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Pluto and the Armadillo | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 19, 1943
On this day in 1943, the Mickey Mouse short ‘Pluto and the Armadillo’ was released. In the cartoon, Mickey throws a ball into the jungle for Pluto to fetch. Pluto is confused when he finds a rolled up armadillo that looks exactly like his ball. They make friends and begin to play, but Pluto gets…
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Disney’s Affordable Housing Plan Moves Forward After Narrowly Clearing Hurdle
A plan for affordable housing near Disney and West Horizon moved forward after narrowly clearing a hurdle this week. This came as neighbors voiced opposition to the project coming to the area. The proposal is for 1,400 units of mixed-income. Over 1,000 of them would be reserved as affordable. Some of the concerns from neighbors…
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Fantasyland Theater Electrified as Choirs and Artists Celebrate Gospel at Disneyland
The Fantasyland Theater was electrified on Saturday as various choirs and artists from around Southern California sang their hearts and souls out throughout the afternoon as a part of Celebrate Gospel. This celebration of gospel music is a part of the Disneyland Resort Black History Month celebrations. It was a day full of incredible music,…
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Tony Anselmo | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 18, 1960
On this day in 1960, voice actor, animator, and Disney Legend Tony Anselmo was born. A talented artist, Anselmo began working for Walt Disney Animation Studios in 1980. He contributed animation to 20 films during the Disney Renaissance. Anselmo is best known as the current voice of Donald Duck, taking over the role from Clarence…