Tag: Press Release
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Disney Joins Propel Education Center in Support of the Next Generation of Diverse Storytellers and Innovators
Today, at the 2022 HBCU Philanthropy Symposium, The Walt Disney Company announced it is joining Propel, a first-of-its-kind education hub for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), as the arts, media, entertainment, and hospitality lead sponsor. Disney will work with Propel to expand opportunities for historically underrepresented students to have future careers as storytellers and…
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Disney Recognized Among Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion
For the fifth consecutive year, The Walt Disney Company has earned a top score on the 2022 Disability Equality Index (DEI), the world’s most comprehensive benchmarking tool to measure disability workplace inclusion. As a top scorer, the company was recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion.” “At The Walt Disney…
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High School Students Nationwide Now Applying for Popular Disney Dreamers Academy Mentorship Program
Application process for 2023 event now open for teens from across America; Mentorship program with all-expense-paid experience at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida aimed at fostering the dreams of Black students and teens from underrepresented communities LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – (July 18, 2022) – Teens from around the country are trying to put their best foot…
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H2-Whoa! First Disney Attraction at Sea Makes a Splash Aboard the Disney Wish
Upper decks feature new family water attraction, three themed districts with dedicated space for families, children and adults CELEBRATION, Fla. — Disney Cruise Line takes fun in the sun to the next level on the Disney Wish with the debut of AquaMouse, a brand-new family water attraction that will bring to life the adventures of “The Wonderful…
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Global Tastes Tempt Palates at EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE, July 14-Nov. 19, 2022
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (July 14, 2022) – For the next 129 delicious days, guests can sip, savor and repeat across six continents at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE. The festival kicks off today at Walt Disney World Resort and continues through Nov. 19, offering new experiences for foodies and…
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Unlock Hidden Magic: Disney Wish Debuts First-of-Its-Kind Interactive Experience, Disney Uncharted Adventure
Guests use innovative technology to chart a course for favorite Disney and Pixar worlds during an immersive journey throughout the ship CELEBRATION, Fla. — Disney Cruise Line is taking classic storytelling into a new realm of immersive family fun aboard the Disney Wish with the debut of Disney Uncharted Adventure, a first-of-its-kind interactive experience leading guests…
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2022 Disney Accelerator Participants Announced
Today, The Walt Disney Company announced the six companies that will be joining the 2022 Disney Accelerator, a business development program designed to accelerate the growth of innovative companies from around the world. This year’s Disney Accelerator class is focused on building the future of immersive experiences and specializes in technologies such as augmented reality…
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A Culinary Cabaret: Disney Cruise Line Debuting Three Brand-New Family Restaurants on the Disney Wish in Summer 2022
Disney Cruise Line combines world-class cuisine with signature storytelling and service CELEBRATION, Fla. — With the debut of three brand-new family restaurants, the Disney Wish will take guests on an unparalleled culinary journey to an enchanted “Frozen” kingdom, an Avengers technology showcase and the golden age of Hollywood. “Sharing a delicious meal together is an important part…
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Dedication Ceremony Held for Avengers Campus at Disneyland Paris
Disney CEO Bob Chapek joined onstage by Disneyland Paris President Natacha Rafalski, “Captain Marvel” Star, Brie Larson and Marvel Super Heroes to mark the momentous occasion. July 11, 2022 – This weekend, Earth’s Mightiest Heroes assembled to celebrate the dedication of Marvel Avengers Campus in an epic ceremony at Disneyland Paris. Iron Man, Spider-Man, Captain…
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Disney Music Emporium Pavilion Returning to D23 Expo
DISNEY MUSIC EMPORIUM PAVILION RETURNS TO D23 EXPO 2022, SEPTEMBER 9 THROUGH 11 DISNEY MUSIC EMPORIUM WILL OFFER EXCLUSIVE AND FIRST-TO-MARKET PRODUCTS INCLUDING EXCLUSIVE 12-INCH COLORED VINYL ALBUMS FOR THE MANDALORIAN SEASON 1 AND MUSIC FROM WANDAVISION PRESENTATIONS INCLUDE DISNEY FOR SCORES PODCAST LIVE CELEBRATING MARVEL MUSIC WITH FILM AND TV COMPOSERS PANEL, PLUS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT…
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Pictorial: “Zombies 3” Cast Attend Out-of-This-World Premiere
Milo Manheim and Meg Donnelly return as Zed and Addison in the New Installment Premiering July 15, Exclusively on Disney+ BURBANK, Calif. (July 9, 2022): The cast and filmmakers of “ZOMBIES 3” celebrated the out-of-this-world premiere of the much-anticipated movie tonight at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. The “trequel” in the hit music-driven “Zombies” franchise…
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The Walt Disney Company Executives To Discuss Fiscal Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results Via Webcast
BURBANK, Calif., July 6, 2022 – The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) will discuss fiscal third quarter 2022 financial results via a live audio webcast beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. Results will be released after the close of regular trading on August 10, 2022. To listen…
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Live in the Moment and Embrace a Spectacular Summer at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
HONG KONG, June 29, 2022 – This summer, get ready to indulge in surprises and fun at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort! The city’s hottest nighttime show, “Momentous,” is one of many spectacular events that will heat things up, while water activities offered at the resort, starting today until August 31, 2022, will keep guests cool as…
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Pictorial: Obi-Wan Kenobi Marathon Screening
Today in Toronto, an “Obi-Wan Kenobi” Marathon Screening event took place, featuring all six episodes of the series, with simultaneous finale episode screenings in Cineplex theaters in nine other Canadian markets. Director Deborah Chow and Hayden Christensen, who are both from Toronto, were on hand to introduce the screening at the red-carpet event. A Q&A with…
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Disney+ Shares Photos From Special New York Screening of “Trevor: The Musical”
“Trevor: The Musical” Begins Streaming June 24, Exclusively on Disney+ Photos from the New York Special Screening of “Trevor: The Musical” are now available. In attendance at the event held earlier this evening at the AMC Empire Theater was star Holden William Hagelberger (“Trevor”) along with the creative team, including Dan Collins (book and lyrics),…
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Disneytown and the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel to Reopen on June 16, 2022
Shanghai, June 14, 2022 – Disneytown, the shopping, dining and entertainment district with the allure of a charming village at Shanghai Disney Resort, and the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, the elegant, Art Nouveau-inspired resort hotel, will both reopen on June 16, 2022, just in time to mark the Sixth Anniversary of the opening of Shanghai Disney Resort.…
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Trailer Debuts for Disney+ Series “America the Beautiful”
DISNEY+ CELEBRATES THE WONDER AND DIVERSITY OF NORTH AMERICA’S PICTURESQUE LANDSCAPES AND AMAZING ANIMALS IN THE TRAILER OF ‘AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL’ FROM NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC From the Award-Winning Producers of ‘Planet Earth,’ This New Series Is Narrated by Emmy®-Nominated Actor and Producer Michael B. Jordan The Six-Part Series Is the First to Utilize Cinema-Grade Cameras on…
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Disney+ Orders Fourth Season of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”
BURBANK, Calif. (May 20, 2022) — Disney+ has ordered a fourth season of its acclaimed original series “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” just ahead of its third season premiere, on July 27, 2022. Each of the 8 episodes of the third season will stream weekly on Wednesdays, exclusively on Disney+. The Disney Branded Television series, created and executive-produced…
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The Beatles: Get Back Docuseries Arrives on a Blu-ray Collector’s Set and DVD July 12
Bring Home Some of the Most Iconic Moments of the 20th Centurywith the Physical Release of The Beatles: Get Back DocuseriesAvailable on Blu-ray™ and DVD July 12 LOS ANGELES, CA (May 17, 2022) –Acclaimed director Peter Jackson’s stunning docuseries The Beatles: Get Back will now be available to own on a Blu-ray Collector’s Set and DVD. The series offers unprecedented…
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Disney+ Takes Families On A Journey From Hectic To Reconnected In New Series ‘Family Reboot,’ Premiering June 15 
From Executive Producers Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos, and Albert Bianchini of Milojo Productions, and Julian P. Hobbs and Elli Hakami of Talos Films, The Six-Part Series Helps Busy Families Rebuild Their Family Bonds Through Games, Challenges and Heart-to-heart Conversations BURBANK, Calif. (May 12, 2022): This June, Disney+ is helping six different families strengthen their bonds…
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Off-Broadway Recording of “Trevor: The Musical” Coming to Disney+ on June 24!
Today, Disney+ announced the filmed version of the Off-Broadway stage production “Trevor: The Musical” will debut on Friday, June 24 exclusively on the streaming service. “Trevor: The Musical,” produced by RadicalMedia, follows a charming 13-year-old on a turbulent journey of self-discovery. After an embarrassing incident at school, Trevor must summon the courage to forge his…
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The Walt Disney Company Executives To Participate In The 9th Annual Moffettnathanson Media And Communications Summit
BURBANK, Calif., May 9, 2022 – 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 9th Annual MoffettNathanson Media and Communications Summit on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at approximately 2:00…
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Disney Invites Applications from Innovative Growth-Stage Companies for 2022 Disney Accelerator Program
The Walt Disney Company announced today that it is accepting applications for the 2022 Disney Accelerator, a business development program designed to accelerate the growth of innovative companies from around the world. Now in its seventh year, the program is expected to begin in July and conclude with a Demo Day in the fall. Applications…
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Billie Eilish Partnering with The Simpsons for New Short on Disney+
Today, Billie Eilish revealed on social media that she will appear alongside “The Simpsons” family in the upcoming short titled “When Billie Met Lisa.” The all-new short, featuring OSCAR® and GRAMMY® Award-winning artists Billie Eilish and FINNEAS, will premiere Friday, April 22, exclusively on Disney+. In “When Billie Met Lisa,” Lisa Simpson is discovered by…