Tag: Press Release
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Disneyland Paris Kicks Off The Lion King and Jungle Festival
This Saturday, June 29, 2019, Disneyland Paris officially launched the Lion King and Jungle Festival. This unique festival gives new life to two Disney masterpieces acclaimed in Europe: The Lion King and The Jungle Book. Announced until September 22, 2019, it offers an immersive experience never seen before with new shows created especially for Disney Parks but…
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Gather Your Pals and Chill at “Toy Story & Pixar Pals Summer Splash” Only at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Jump into a summer of endless magic and fun surprises with the largest array of Pixar characters Exclusive “Double the Fun” offer for Hong Kong residents to enjoy summer and Halloween festivities (HONG KONG, June 26, 2019) – This summer, guests are invited to chill with their pals at the biggest-ever “Toy Story & Pixar Pals Summer…
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Disney Casts Halle Bailey as Ariel in Upcoming Live-Action The Little Mermaid Movie
Halle Bailey has been cast as Ariel in Disney’s upcoming live-action reimagining of The Little Mermaid. The film is directed by Rob Marshall and produced by Marshall, John DeLuca, Marc Platt and Lin-Manuel Miranda. The film will feature beloved songs from the animated classic by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, as well as new songs by Menken…
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Disney Releases New Featurette and Images of The Lion King’s Cast With Characters
Check out the new images for Disney’s “The Lion King” featuring voice talent with their characters—available for the first time today. Images include Donald Glover with Simba; Beyoncé Knowles-Carter with Nala; John Oliver, Seth Rogen and Billy Eichner with Zazu, Pumbaa and Timon; Chiwetel Ejiofor with Scar; Alfre Woodard with Sarabi; Eric André, Florence Kasumba and…
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Walt Disney Television Announces New Programs to Attract and Develop Talent from Underrepresented Backgrounds
Walt Disney Television has announced two new initiatives designed to create opportunities for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds: the Executive Incubator Program, which is intended to create a pipeline of next-generation network executives, and the Walt Disney Television Studios Intern Program, which will offer a career path for diverse talent behind the camera. These new programs…
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So Many Ways to Celebrate Summer at the Disneyland Resort – Including Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Magical new experiences, special July anniversaries, the return of Main Street Electrical Parade in August, plus more ways to play with friends and family AHAHEIM, Calif. (June 28, 2019) – This is a summer to remember at the Disneyland Resort, where sunny days are filled with cool new adventures, new shows, new Disney character interactions…
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‘Toy Story 4’ Stars Tom Hanks, Tim Allen Share Thoughts on Toy Story Land as It Celebrates First Anniversary at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 28, 2019) – Happy one-year anniversary Toy Story Land! On June 30, 2018, Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., reached a milestone in its multi-year transformation with the opening of this immersive new land. Inspired by Pixar Animation Studios’ Toy Story films and…
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By the Numbers: Main Street Electrical Parade Fact Sheet
The beloved Main Street Electrical Parade is returning to Disneyland Park Aug. 2, 2019, to bring guests of multiple generations a sense of wonder, joy and – for some – warm nostalgia. The iconic parade will travel down Main Street, U.S.A., for a limited-time engagement, through Sept. 30. Main Street Electrical Parade made its world…
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Experience a scary Halloween at Disneyland Paris from 28 September to 3 November 2019
The Halloween season at Disneyland Paris will give guests plenty of fright and laughter as they enjoy the unique atmosphere at Disneyland Paris, with a new show and updated attractions. A New Show Starring Disney Villains Disney Villains always have a few surprises in store for guests in the Halloween season, and this year they…
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Production Begins on the Disney+ Original Movie FLORA & ULYSSES From Walt Disney Pictures
Lena Khan Directs Adaptation of Award-Winning Children’s Book BURBANK, CALIF. (June 27, 2019)—Production started this week in Vancouver on Walt Disney Pictures’ “Flora & Ulysses,” directed by Lena Khan and based on the Newberry Award–winning children’s book, “Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures” by Kate DiCamillo. The film is being produced for the upcoming streaming…
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Setting the Scene: How Technology Created a Richer Playset in ‘Toy Story 4’
The Pixar team traveled to infinity and beyond to build sets as dynamic as the characters who inhabit them in the all-new animated adventure Toy Story 4, in theaters today. For starters, the aspect ratio used for the previous films, 1.85:1, was changed to 2.39:1 for Toy Story 4, creating a larger depth of field. “It’s a…
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The Walt Disney Company Announces Semi-Annual Cash Dividend of $0.88 per Share
BURBANK, Calif., June 26, 2019 – The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors today announced a semi-annual cash dividend of $0.88 per share, payable on July 25, 2019 to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 8, 2019. “We are pleased to deliver another substantial dividend to shareholders, reflecting our…
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Marvel Studios to Release AVENGERS: ENDGAME on Digital 7/30 and on Blu-ray 8/13
Ahead of the Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame Bring Back event this weekend, Marvel is announcing when Avengers: Endgame will be arriving both digitally and on Blu-ray. The release will be on July 30th digitally and August 13th for the Blu-ray. Included with the digital release will be some extras that include a remembrance of Stan…
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Walt Disney Animation and Pixar Animation Studios Prepare to Share Never-Before-Seen Footage and Details at Disney’s D23 Expo 2019
BURBANK, Calif., (June 25, 2019) – Pixar Animation Studios and Walt Disney Animation Studios (WDAS) are gearing up for an exciting weekend of announcements and presentations—sharing never-before-seen footage—plus interactive displays, artist autograph signings, sharable photo opportunities, and giveaways for 2019’s D23 Expo in Anaheim, California. This year, Pixar and WDAS will join forces with Disney’s…
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Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME Bring Back Event Starts Friday!
See the year’s number one movie on the big screen one more time before it leaves theaters! Starting on Friday, June 28, participating theaters nationwide will hold a Bring Back event for fans to see Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME one more time on the big screen before it finishes its theatrical run. Fans who buy…
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The Simpsons Are Headed to Anaheim for D23 Expo 2019
Matt Groening, Al Jean, Matt Selman, Mike B. Anderson, and stars Nancy Cartwright & Yeardley Smith make their debut at D23 Expo with an entertaining panel, autograph signing, and more! BURBANK, Calif. (June 24, 2019) – The longest-running primetime scripted show in television history, The Simpsons, makes its first appearance at D23 Expo. Get insight…
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Local FIRST Robotics team celebrated recent world championship win today at Magic Kingdom Park
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. June 24, 2019—Thirty Central Florida high schoolers, who double as teammates on a local FIRST Robotics team, were celebrated today during an exclusive early morning experience at Magic Kingdom Park. Together, the students and their leadership team—which includes several Walt Disney World Resort Disney VoluntEARS—spent an early morning in Tomorrowland prior…
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Disney’s THE LION KING Tickets Are Now on Sale and Soundtrack Details Revealed
DISNEY’S “THE LION KING” ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK TO RELEASE ON JULY 11TH SOUNDTRACK INCLUDES NEW SONG “NEVER TOO LATE” BY ELTON JOHN AND TIM RICE, PERFORMED BY ELTON JOHN WITH SCORE COMPOSED BY HANS ZIMMER DIGITAL SOUNDTRACK SET FOR RELEASE JULY 11 PHYSICAL SOUNDTRACK AVAILABLE JULY 19 Tickets are on sale today for “The Lion King,”…
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Disney’s THE LION KING Reveals Extended TV Spot & Advanced Ticketing Details
Disney’s “The Lion King” revealed an extended TV spot this morning featuring the voices of Donald Glover (Simba) and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter (Nala), who perform the iconic song “Can You Feel the Love Tonight.” ON SALE TOMORROW: Tickets for the feature film are available for advance purchase starting tomorrow. Disney’s “The Lion King,” directed by Jon Favreau,…
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Walt Disney World Resort Salutes America’s Birthday with Star-Spangled Fourth of July Celebrations
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 21, 2019) – An all-American red, white and blue fireworks spectacular will bathe the sky this Independence Day at Walt Disney World Resort, joined by live entertainment, scrumptious treats and patriotic pageantry. Here’s what’s in store for Fourth of July 2019: Magic Kingdom Park – Park Hours: July 3, 8…
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Disney and Pixar’s All-New Feature Film “Soul” to Hit Theaters Summer 2020
Pixar Animation Studios revealed details today about “Soul,” its second original feature film slated for theaters in 2020. Following the March 6 opening of “Onward,” Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” hits theaters one year from today on June 19, 2020. Ever wonder where your passion, your dreams and your interests come from? What is it…
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Disney Channel and Disney Junior Stars to Meet Fans Every Day at Disney’s D23 Expo 2019 in Anaheim, August 23-25
Kermit the Frog Joins Q&A Session with Creators and Voices Behind Disney Television Animation’s Hit Series Amphibia and Big City Greens Meet-and-Greets with Stars from DuckTales, Big Hero 6 The Series, ZOMBIES, Raven’s Home, Sydney to the Max, Coop & Cami Ask the World, BUNK’D, and Just Roll With It Plus Photo Opportunities with Popular…
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Walt Disney World Resort Passholders Can Enjoy Special Offerings This Summer
New ticket deals, limited-time dining discounts, special event offers and more LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 17, 2019) – Walt Disney World Resort Passholders enjoy a full year of magic, and this summer they can take advantage of several new perks and benefits with special, limited-time offerings. From special ticket deals to exclusive merchandise opportunities and…
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Photos: TOY STORY 4 Celebrates European Premiere
Tom Hanks (voice of Woody), director Josh Cooley and producers Mark Nielsen and Jonas Rivera joined celebrity guests at the European premiere of Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 4 at Odeon Luxe in Leicester Square in London. After the premiere, Hanks headed to Stamford Bridge to take part in a special event for Soccer Aid…