Tag: Walt Disney Studios
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Disneyland Paris Gives Look at Refurbishment of Les Tapis Volants – Flyings Carpets over Agrabah Ahead of Its Reopening
After a ten-month refurbishment, Les Tapis Volants – Flyings Carpets over Agrabah is reopening at Disneyland Paris.
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Jon Watts, Director of ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Gets First-Look Deal With Disney
‘Spider-Man’ director Jon Watts has signed a first-look deal with Walt Disney Studios.
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Milt Kahl | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 25, 1934
On this day in 1934, animator and Disney Legend Milt Kahl began a prestigious 40-year career at Disney Studios. Kahl would become one of Walt Disney’s Nine Old Men, often considered the most influential of the group. His immense talent meant that he was often assigned the hardest tasks, like animating Pinocchio, Peter Pan, and…
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Jack Kinney | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 29, 1909
On this day in 1909, animator, director, and producer Jack Kinney was born. His 27-year career at Disney began in 1931 where he was an animator on several cartoon shorts, including ‘The Band Concert.’ By 1940, he was promoted to director for animated short films. Kinney was the primary director of the Goofy series of…
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Disney Channel Nite – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #702
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, there are quite a few fun topics to geek out about! First off, the Geeks went to Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite this week. They discuss about all of the different elements of this special after-hours event at Disneyland. They also discuss their favorite Disney channel series and…
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D23 Hosts Disney ‘Wish’ Sing-Along Event at Walt Disney Studios
On Sunday, March 3, 2024, D23 hosted a sing-along event at the Walt Disney Studios lot for its most recent animated feature, Wish. The event began with a light lunch on the studio lot along with multiple activities. The studio store was also open for attendees to peruse and shop at. The event began in…
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Disney Shares First Look at ‘TRON: Ares’
Disney has released the first picture from its upcoming feature TRON: Ares. The photo shows Jared Leto’s character in an ominous-looking suit with red highlights surrounded by red light. The film is expected to arrive in theaters in 2025 and is currently shooting in Vancouver. Jared Leto stars as Ares in TRON: Ares. He is…
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Iron Will | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 14, 1994
On this day in 1994, the family adventure film ‘Iron Will’ was released in theaters. Inspired by a true story, ‘Iron Will’ follows a young man who embarks on a cross country dogsled race to raise money for his family after the death of his father. The film is based on the 1917 Winnipeg-to-St. Paul…
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‘TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure’ Receives Blooloop Innovation Award
TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure at Disneyland Paris has been honored with a Blooloop Innovation Award. The new show was recognized for Storytelling Innovation at this year’s Blooloop Innovation Awards. This recognizes innovative projects across the industry that deliver an exceptional visitor experience. This new musical opened at Disneyland Paris in the Walt Disney Studios…
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Two New Episodes of the Marvel Studios Series ‘What If…?’ Shown at Walt Disney Studios Lot
Season Two Begins Streaming on Disney+ December 22 Plus, A Look Ahead at Marvel Animation Filmmakers, press and special guests gathered tonight on The Walt Disney Studios lot to screen two all-new episodes of season two of Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” which streams on Disney+ beginning Dec. 22. The special screening, introduced by executive producer Brad Winderbaum, head…
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Disney Earnings Q4 2023: CEO Bob Iger Reveals Four Building Opportunities
“Our progress has allowed us to move beyond this period of fixing and begin building our businesses again.” That was the message that Disney’s Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger had for investors and consumers after The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) reported its fiscal full year and fourth quarter earnings on Wednesday. Iger—who returned to the position…
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Disney Employees Celebrate Disney100 with Special Events and Surprises
Disney commemorated its 100th anniversary on Monday with many magical moments from around the world, including a special event at The Walt Disney Studios. The company’s headquarters in Burbank, California, celebrated in style with music, cherished characters, VoluntEARS projects, and more. Disney CEO Bob Iger spent time walking the lot to enjoy the festivities, including stopping by VoluntEARS activations. He also…
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Royal Anniversary Ball Commemorates 100 Years of Disney Magic
Sunday, October 15, 2023, marked the eve of the Walt Disney Company’s 100th Anniversary. To commemorate this auspicious date, a Royal Anniversary Ball was held by D23, the official Disney fan club. The magical affair was presented on the historic Disney Studio lot. While a movie studio may not seem the most fitting location for…
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Meet the Author of “Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure,” Thomas Maurion
Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure is now being presented in Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris. This new charming show was written by Thomas Maurion. Maurion actually started on the stage and his career has grown and changed to writing for the stage. Disneyland Paris has released an interview with Maurion about his career…
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Meet Metin Cig, Special Effects Designer and Lead Show Group Designer for “Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure” at Disneyland Paris
There is a new show in Studio Theater at the Walt Disney Studios at Disneyland Paris. Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure is a new immersive experience that takes the guests in attendence right into some favorite Pixar stories. The show was brought to life through the efforts of many different creators. One of these is…
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“Hocus Pocus 3” to See Anne Fletcher Return as Director
This last week in the New York Times, Walt Disney Studios president Sean Bailey confirmed that a third Hocus Pocus movie was being worked on by Disney. However, beyond acknowledging that it was in the works, nothing else was said about it. Now, according to The Wrap, Anne Fletcher is returning to direct Hocus Pocus…
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Walt Disney Animation Studios Ink & Paint Department Creates Beautiful Cel to Celebrate Disney’s 100th Anniversary
A new cel is coming to the parks that has been created by Walt Disney Animation Studios Ink & Paint Department to celebrate the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. This cel was originally announced at the D23 Expo as one of the offerings for Disney100. The original drawing for the cel was created…
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Disney Legend Don Hahn Honored With Disney Legends Award During Special Ceremony at Walt Disney Studios
Disney Legend Don Hahn was honored with his Disney Legends Award during a special ceremony at the Walt Disney Studios. This came after he was unable to attend the Disney Legends Ceremony at the 2022 D23 Expo. During the ceremony at Disney Legends Plaza, Disney CEO Bob Iger said, “Don, I can’t think of anybody…
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The Walt Disney Company Releases Statement on the Passing of Disney Legend Rolly Crump
Earlier today Disney fans learned that beloved Disney Legend and Imagineer Rolly Crump had passed away at the age of 93. Crump worked on beloved Disney attractions like Haunted Mansion, Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, and also the Adventureland Bazaar. The Walt Disney Company released a statement this afternoon on the passing of Crump. Read it…
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Angela Bassett Wins for ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ as The Walt Disney Company Wins 9 Golden Globe Awards
Last night The Walt Disney Company earned 9 Golden Globe Awards, this included a win by Angela Bassett for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. At the 80th Golden Globe Awards, the wins came from across The Walt Disney Company. This includes wins…
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A Spirited Geekmas – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #639
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This is the last week of Geekmas, well before Geekmas!? I don’t know, we made the whole thing up anyway so it is what it is. Whatever it is, this is the week that leads up to Christmas/Geekmas and the week after the big Geekmas episode! As has been the trend…
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Holiday Harmony Brings the Magic of “Animazement” Back to Life With Magical Medley
This last weekend at D23’s Season of Light at the Walt Disney Studios, the group Holiday Harmony was one of several different entertainers that were making magic at this holiday party. Throughout the night, the group sang holiday and Disney tunes for the guests in attendance. There were many favorites for fans in attendance. One…
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The Magic of the Holidays and Disney Shines Bright at D23’s Light up the Season
There is always something magical about visiting the Walt Disney Studios. Walking where Walt Disney once walked and created so many classics that are beloved by millions is something very special. Getting to do this during a holiday party adds an extra level of magic to the experience. This is what attendees at D23’s Light…
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New Background Music Unveiled for Entrance Plaza of Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris
On November 7th, guests visiting the Walt Disney Studios Park at Disneyland Paris heard new music as they made their way into the park. A new background music loop was unveiled for the entrance plaza of the second park at Disneyland Paris. The loop is inspired by the experiences guests will have once they are…