Tag: News
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Disneynature Holds Special Screening of ‘Monkey Kingdom’ in NYC
This past Wednesday night, an event was held in New York City in honor of the Disneynature film, Monkey Kingdom. The film which shines light on a variety of animals in the jungles of South Asia, will head to DVD, Blu-ray and Disney Movies Anywhere on September 15. The night featured a presentation of the film…
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ABC Family Announces ’13 Nights of Halloween’ Schedule
Time to highlight your calendars! ABC Family has released the full lineup of films for their upcoming “13 Nights of Halloween.” This fun and festive television programming is set to start on October 19 and last till October 31, according to Entertainment Weekly. Check out the film lineup below. Which one are you looking forward…
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Update on Disney Parks Force Friday Event
Due to the high demand and popularity of Force Friday, Disney Parks Blog has announced that the event will now be for all ages and will no longer require a ticket. Force Friday, September 4, will be a special day for Star Wars: The Force Awakens merchandise. Brand new Star Wars products will debut at the Disneyland…
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‘The Muppets’ Producer Explains Reason for Kermit the Frog & Miss Piggy Breakup
During the first week of August, many of us could not believe our ears when we heard that Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy broke up. The famous couple of frog and pig were a classic icon. As to the concept of them breaking up, the producers had a few words to share. According The…
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Kevin Feige of Marvel Studios to Now Report to Disney Studio Chief Alan Horn
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige will now report to Disney studio chief Alan Horn. The move comes after years of frustration on Feige’s part with his former boss, Marvel Entertainment CEO Isaac “Ike” Perlmutter. According to Disney, “Marvel Studios is taking the next logical step in its integration with The Walt Disney Studios, joining Pixar and…
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2015 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend Merchandise
This weekend is the annual Disneyland Half Marathon. Runners from all over will be taking part in a variety of fun events. To commemorate this achievement, how about some cool merchandise? Disney Parks Blog shared a first look at some of the official runDisney merchandise that can be found at the Health and Fitness Expo.…
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Season One of ‘Star Wars Rebels’ Now Available on Blu-ray & DVD
Star Wars Rebels fans, season one is now available on Blu-ray and DVD. All 15 episodes of the first season can be yours to enjoy! Even check out exclusive bonus content and interviews. In the first groundbreaking season of Star Wars Rebels, young hero Ezra Bridger joins the clever but motley crew of the starship Ghost in…
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Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ & ‘The Little Mermaid’ to be Featured at the El Capitan Theatre
Have you recently visited the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood? If that is a no, here are a few things that you need to check out. Disney Animated Classics such as Aladdin and The Little Mermaid are to be presented in the coming months. In addition, some very special characters such as the Genie and…
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“Brave’s” Merida to Appear in “Sofia the First: The Secret Library”
If you are a fan of Disney Junior’s Princess Sofia and Brave’s Merida, you are in luck. These two are set to be featured in a brand new Sofia the First episode. The episode, which will air on October 12 on Disney Junior and Disney Channel, will be the “first episode of special four-part story,” according…
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Toffee Gourmet Sweets to be Offered at the Disneyland Resort
Toffee lovers unite! Disney Parks Blog has shared that the month of September will bring forth extremely yummy, toffee treats. Toffee gourmet treats such as candied apples, marshmallow wands, crispy treats, bark and so much more can be found throughout the Disneyland Resort. If your sweet tooth in interested in grabbing a bite, items can…
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Force Friday Merchandise Event to Take Part at Disney Parks
This Friday is a big day for those of you that adore Star Wars merchandise, myself included. With the recent announcement, this Thursday, brand new Star War: The Force Awakens merchandise will be reveled worldwide. For more info on the live stream set for September 3, please click here. From what’s announced on Thursday, the…
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Marvel’s Secret Wars Gets Extended!
Marvel this week has announced this epic series is getting an extension! Originally it was supposed to be for 8 issues, but this rebooting saga is going to have one more issue. As it says below, it won’t affect the premier of new series bound for November. But, the tale of how those are coming…
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VIDEO: California Family Wins a Disneyland Diamond Days Prize
For those of you that are entering the Disneyland Diamond Days sweepstakes, there is still a little time left to enter for both weekly and daily prizes. Disney Parks Blog recently shared a clip of a family that won a fabulous prize. Their prize package consisted of a “three-day, two-night Disneyland Resort vacation and an…
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Disneyland Resort’s Million Dollar Dazzle Program Awards $60,000 to Local Nonprofit
In honor of the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration, the generous support of the Million Dollar Dazzle program has awarded $60,000 to a local nonprofit. Disney Parks Blog announced that the Community Action Partnership of Orange County’s Family Resource Centers had been surprised with a check for $60,000. This organization helps youth with schooling as well…
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Vlogger DeeLillyHannah Joins Disney Channel UK With New Weekly YouTube Videos
If you are a follower of all things on YouTube, here is a new online personality you’ll want to check out. Over on the Disney Channel UK YouTube page, vlogger Diana Mougharbel joins the channel every Friday with a new video. Better know as DeeLillyHannah, her weekly “magazine-style show” called Disney Channel Vlog, invites audiences to take…
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Pixar Animation Studios & Khan Academy Create ‘Pixar in a Box’
Pixar Animation Studios and Khan Academy have teamed up together for free online lessons for students. The project titled “Pixar in a Box,” will incorporate the use of animation with common classwork. Through a series of video lessons, interactive exercises, and hands-on activities, students will discover how the academic concepts they learn in school enable…
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List of Pins to be Released in Disney Parks This September
The time has come again to take a look at a few of new and upcoming Disney Parks pins. Every month brings a new batch of pins. Since August is almost over and September is right around the corner, let’s take a look at these guys. Both the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort…
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‘Aria For a Cow’ Animated Short to Make Los Angeles Premiere
After much hard work, the animated short Aria For a Cow is to be presented on September 6th in Los Angeles. The short which is based off of a “previously unreleased song by the Oscar-winning team of Howard Ashman and Alan Menken,” brings to life a diva cow named Aria. Aria is just not your average…
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Disney Promotes Eric Coleman to Senior Vice President of Original Programming
Looks like Disney Television Animation has a new Senior Vice President. On Wednesday, The Wrap released an article, noting of the new promotion of Eric Coleman. In addition, it was mentioned that the company also promoted and hired four new VPs. As for what falls under the new management of Coleman; Disney Junior, Disney Channel and…
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‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Products to be Unveiled Via Live Stream 9/3
Big news is set to be released in regards to new Star Wars: The Force Awakens products on Thursday, September 3. According to the press release, they are calling this event “the world’s first ever global live toy unboxing event.” Worldwide, news will break on YouTube with details on new products. Marker Studios along with…
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Yamaha Continues to be Main Supplier of Musical Instruments for the Disneyland Resort
The Yamaha Corporation of America will once again supply the Disneyland Resort with instruments. According to the Orange County Register, the two have been teaming up together since 2005. The company supplies the resort in many aspects of instruments. From drums to pianos, over 400 instruments come from Yamaha. Guests can see these instruments in live…
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Is it Possible to Only Spend $40 on Food & Drink During an All Day Disneyland Resort Visit?
Enjoying a full day at the Disneyland Resort is a fun experience. Those that are brave enough to stay from park opening to park closing will know that making magical memories will most definitely happen. With all that time in the parks, there are many things to do and enjoy. From attractions, to shows, character…
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Disney College Program Now Accepting Applications for Spring 2016
Are you a student or do you know a student that is looking for an internship next Spring? If that is a yes, the Disney College Program is a great way to go. No matter where you live in the United States, you can apply for an internship either at the Walt Disney World Resort…