Tag: Moana
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Disney Starlight Parade Moana Float Revealed at D23 Brazil
Concept art for a new Moana-themed float for the upcoming night parade, ‘Disney Starlight,’ was revealed at D23 Brazil!
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New Moana Splash Pad Installed at Island Tower of Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows
A new Moana-themed splash pad has been installed at the Island Tower of Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.
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Moana Planes | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 15, 2016
On this day in 2016, the first of three Hawaiian Airlines planes themed to ‘Moana’ was unveiled. Actors Dwayne Johnson and Auli’i Cravalho were in attendance in Honolulu for the debut. Three designs promoted the then-upcoming release of the ‘Moana’ film. The custom decals adorned the Airbus A330s with Maui, Heihei, Pua, and Moana herself.…
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Disney Announces Its Moana For Live-Action Film
Disney has found its title character for its upcoming live-action remake of Moana. Previously, the only cast member that was known was Dwayne Johnson who would be returning as Maui. Today Disney announced several other cast members for the film, including Moana! Catherine Laga‘aia will be taking on the role of Moana to life. Laga‘aia…
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Disney Reveals New Look at ‘Moana 2’ During Annual Shareholder Meeting
During its annual shareholder meeting on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, Disney shared a new look at Moana 2. The image shows Moana paddling out on her canoe into the sea with a look of determination on her face. In this sequel to the hit animated musical, Auli‘i Cravalho returns to lend her voice to Moana…
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‘Moana 2’ Sees Auli’i Cravalho Return to Title Role
Later this year, movie-goers will be able to see the next chapter in the story of Moana when the second film in the franchise is released into theaters. When they do, they will be again hearing the voice of Auli’i Cravalho as Moana. The movie was announced last month to the surprise of many Disney…
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Walt Disney Animation Studios’ ‘Moana 2’ to Voyage into Theaters November 2024
The Walt Disney Company Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger announced today that Moana 2, Disney Animation’s all-new feature-length sequel to 2016’s Oscar-nominated film, will be released in theaters in 2024. “Moana remains an incredibly popular franchise,” said Iger. “And we can’t wait to give you more of Moana and Maui when Moana 2 comes to theaters this November.”…
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Nametags, Moana, and D23 – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #695
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week there is a lot from the world of Disney And Positive Stuff to talk about! This includes a chat about cheering on the runDisney Disneyland Half Marathon this last weekend. Magic Keys also went back on sale and then sold out again. Finally, Disneyland Resort cast members were given…
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Disney Cruise Line Shares First Look at ‘Moana’ Show for Disney Treasure
Ahead of the arrival later this year of the Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship in the fleet, the Disney Treasure, a first look at the new Moana show has been given by Disney. This is the first stage adaptation of Moana. It promises to have set design and music bursting with elements of Pacific Islands…
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Top 5 Disney Stories of 2023: #2 Epcot Renewed
Nearing the end of the countdown is the second place of Epcot nearly reopening it’s new areas after a very lengthy refurbishment and construction. It’s been known that Future World would be transformed with some new areas and looks, and one such area would be World Celebration. New attractions have been opened, like Guardians of…
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‘Disney The Tale of Moana’ Stage Show Announced for Disney Treasure
In December 2024, the Disney Treasure will begin taking guests on magical adventures at sea for the first time. This newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet will be full of magical offerings that will include dining establishments, activities, and entertainment (to name a few things). The Disney Cruise Line announced today a brand-new…
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Moana Arrives at EPCOT for New Walt Disney World Resort Meet and Greet
Moana is now meeting guests at EPCOT in the new World Nature neighborhood right across from Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Walt Disney World released images of her in her new location today. This comes on the same day that it began a soft opening period for the new Journey of Water, Inspired by…
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Adventure Awaits When Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana Opens Oct. 16, 2023, at Walt Disney World
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Sept. 9, 2023) — Beginning Oct. 16, 2023, Walt Disney World Resort guests visiting EPCOT will be able to voyage into an all-new adventure with Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. Guests can explore a beautifully landscaped walking trail with fun and surprises around each turn, as they engage with water in…
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Director for Live-Action “Moana” Announced by Dwayne Johnson
Dwayne Johnson has announced who will be directing the live-action adaptation of Moana. Johnson, who voiced Maui in the original animated Moana announced that Thomas Kail will be directing the live-action version of the movie. Kail is known for directing musicals with Hamilton and In the Heights in his credit list. He also directed FX’s Fosse/Verdon…
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Auli’i Cravalho Won’t Be Reprising the Role of Moana in Live-Action Remake
Today Auli’i Cravalho announced that she won’t be reprising the role of Moana when the movie is made into a live-action film. The movie was initially announced by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and both Johnson and Cravalho had been attached to the film, with Cravalho as an executive producer. In an Instagram video today, Auli’i…
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Disney Announces Live-Action ‘Moana’ Movie
During Disney’s annual shareholder meeting, Disney CEO Bob Iger announced that a live-action Moana is in production from The Walt Disney Company. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson joined the annual meeting from Hawaii with a video that included his kids on the beach to make the announcement. Johnson will be returning to the role of Maui…
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Disney 100 – Moana on Sailboat Funko Pop! Available for Pre-Order
Disney continues to celebrate its 100th anniversary in the parks and beyond. Part of the Disney100 celebration has included special Funko Pop! releases. This has included different Funko Pop! characters from Disney’s 100 year history, including Walt Disney himself. Now, a new Funko Pop! that has Moana on her sailboat is available for pre-order via…
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New Character Meet and Greets Coming to Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort has announced three new character meet and greets that will be coming to the most magical place on Earth later this year. The three characters will be arriving in three different parks at three different times. Moana – Disney’s Animal Kingdom Moana will be arriving in Disney’s Animal Kingdom next month.…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Gives Behind-The-Scenes Look at Journey of Water, Inspired By Moana
Recently, Walt Disney Imagineering placed Te Fiti to the World Nature neighborhood in the upcoming experience Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana at EPCOT. Today, Walt Disney Imagineering shared a look behind-the-scenes at Journey of Water. This gave a look at the years of work that have gone into bringing Te Fiti to life at EPCOT.…
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Disney Provides Update on Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana at EPCOT
Things continue to move forward in the transformation of EPCOT. Today, Disney Parks Blog shared a look at the progress being made on Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana. The EPCOT attraction is starting to come together with details being added. The team from Walt Disney Imagineering and a crew of artisans have begun to…
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Disney Cruise Line Reveals First-Of-Its-Kind Funnel Suite on Disney Wish
When the Disney Wish launches next year with guests, it will have a new suite option that is the first-of-its-kind. This suite will be found in the funnel of the Disney Wish! The Wish Tower Suite will be found in the front funnel of the ship and provide incredible views and magical accommodations. The penthouse…
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Take a Look at the New Rooms at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is getting some attention as it nears its 50th anniversary. Today, Disney released a look at the reimagined rooms that are a part of this project at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The reimagined room are inspired by the Pacific Ocean, which is where it draws its color pallet from. It…
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Here’s What’s Coming From Walt Disney Animation Studios
This week during the Disney Investor Day there were a lot of upcoming projects announced from across The Walt Disney Company’s many content creators. One of those content creators is Walt Disney Animation Studios. Led by Chief Creative Officer Jennifer Lee, Walt Disney Animation Studios has a lot of things coming. Here is a look…
