Take a look at some construction photos from around Magic Kingdom.
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Disney World and Universal Gear Up for a Theme-Park War
The battle lines have been drawn in Central Florida. Comcast’s Universal Orlando announced earlier this week that it’s opening the Volcano Bay water park on May 25, just in time for Memorial Day weekend and the subsequent summertime crowds.
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SNEAK PEEK FROM DISNEY’S ‘BEAUTY AND THE BEAST’ STARTING FEB. 10 AT DISNEY PARKS
Beginning Feb. 10, 2017, you will be able to preview a scene from Disney’s epic new live-action adaptation “Beauty and the Beast” in sneak peeks planned for Disneyland® and Walt Disney World® Resorts.
At Disney California Adventure® Park, the preview of “Beauty and the Beast” will be presented in 3D with special in-theater effects at the Sunset Showcase Theater in Hollywood Land. At Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, you will get to see this advance look at a segment from the film as part of the One Man’s Dream attraction. Each sneak peek location will also include a display featuring a collection of props and costume pieces actually used in the film’s production.
“Beauty and the Beast” is the fantastic journey of Belle, a bright, beautiful and independent young woman who is taken prisoner by a Beast in his castle. Despite her fears, she befriends the castle’s enchanted staff and learns to look beyond the Beast’s hideous exterior and realize the kind heart of the true Prince within. The film stars: Emma Watson as Belle; Dan Stevens as the Beast; Luke Evans as Gaston, the handsome, but shallow villager who woos Belle; Kevin Kline as Maurice, Belle’s father; Josh Gad as LeFou, Gaston’s long-suffering aide-de-camp; Ewan McGregor as Lumière, the candelabra; Stanley Tucci as Maestro Cadenza, the harpsichord; Audra McDonald as Madame de Garderobe, the wardrobe; Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Plumette, the feather duster; Hattie Morahan as the enchantress; and Nathan Mack as Chip, the teacup; with Ian McKellen as Cogsworth, the mantel clock; and Emma Thompson as the teapot, Mrs. Potts.
Directed by Oscar® winner Bill Condon based on the 1991 animated film, “Beauty and the Beast” is produced by Mandeville Films’ David Hoberman and Todd Lieberman. Eight-time Oscar-winning composer Alan Menken, who won two Academy Awards® (Best Original Score and Best Song) for the 1991 animated film, providing the score, which will include new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and Howard Ashman, as well as several new songs written by Menken and three-time Oscar® winner Tim Rice.
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RE-IMAGINED PLANET HOLLYWOOD OBSERVATORY OPENS AT DISNEY SPRINGS AT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT
Planet Hollywood Observatory has opened its flagship location in the heart of Disney Springs™ at Walt Disney World® Resort, transforming its iconic globe into a four-story stargazing observatory with new spaces including an outdoor terrace, a new menu and an exciting new look and feel.
Inside it’s an immersive theatrical dining experience, with each floor providing a different ambience, including the fabulous curated collection of film-making memorabilia and a 4,500-square-foot video wall the uses trompe l’oeil 3D technology – images with such realism that they appear to be in three dimensions.
Classic Planet Hollywood dishes are on the new menu, as well as a selection of over-the-top burgers and sandwiches by celebrity Chef Guy Fieri. Desserts are a hallmark of the restaurant, like the hand-dipped milkshakes and generous sweets made for sharing.
Beer, wine and cocktails offer a little something for every taste, and Stargazers Lounge has a beverage menu that focuses on Florida craft beers (with 20 on tap) and 10 signature cocktails.
The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. The new 5,000 square-foot Stargazers Lounge that will let your Clients relax under the stars will be opening soon.
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B-Roll and Sound Bites: Pro Bowl Parade at Magic Kingdom Park
Sound Bites: Greg Olsen, Carolina Panthers Ryan Shazier, Pittsburgh Steelers Emmanuel Sanders, Denver Broncos Delanie Walker, Tennessee Titans Demaryius Thomas, Denver Broncos
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Five Pro Bowl Players Go The Distance at Walt Disney World Resort. Football Heroes Honored Friday in Magic Kingdom
In an eye-filling parade down Main Street, U.S.A. featuring cheerleaders, marching bands, a blizzard of confetti, Mickey Mouse and children representing local charities and community groups, five marquee players for Sunday’s NFL Pro Bowl were celebrated in Magic Kingdom today at Walt Disney World Resort.
The Pro Bowl stars – wide receivers Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders of the Denver Broncos, tight ends Greg Olsen (Carolina Panthers) and Delanie Walker (Tennessee Titans), and linebacker Ryan Shazier of the Pittsburgh Steelers — took time out from practice at ESPN Wide World of Sports to greet waving and cheering fans lining the iconic street in the shadows of Cinderella Castle.
In the grand Disney style of celebrating achievement by sports stars and celebrities in other fields, Disney World treated the stars to a heroes’ welcome only Disney can do.
The five Pro Bowlers were also joined in the parade by finalists for the Don Shula NFL High School Coach of the Year Award and kids and families from Make-a-Wish Central and Northern Florida and the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS).
The Disney parade moment was part of week-long Pro Bowl Week activities around Orlando. ESPN Wide World of Sports is hosting team practices, the NFL Pro Bowl Experience and other events open to fans while Disney Springs rocks out with the Pro Bowl Bash capped Saturday night by a pep rally.
The 2017 Pro Bowl will be played Sunday night at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, airing live at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN and ESPN Deportes. It will feature a return to the traditional AFC vs. NFC format. Sunday’s game marks only the fourth time the Pro Bowl has been played in Florida – and its first-ever appearance in Orlando.
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BUZZ LIGHTYEAR ROCKS AND SOCKS A ROBOT IN TOMORROWLAND
The laser gun gameplay of “Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin” may give this Magic Kingdom attraction a video game quality, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t plenty of references to more classic playthings in this “Toy Story” spin-off.
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Photos – Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom
Take a look at some photos from the Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom.
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Magic Kingdom Shines The Spotlight On Five Pro Bowl Football Stars Jan. 27 With A Celebration Parade Down Main Street, U.S.A.
Their gridiron accomplishments made them standouts worthy of selection for the 2017 NFL Pro Bowl. But even before Sunday’s classic game at Orlando’s Camping World Stadium, five NFL Pro Bowl stars – wide receivers Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders of the Denver Broncos, tight ends Greg Olsen of the Carolina Panthers and Delanie Walker of the Tennessee Titans and linebacker Ryan Shazier of the Pittsburgh Steelers – will share in another spotlight: a celebration parade Friday, Jan. 27 down Main Street, U.S.A. at the Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort.
In the grand Disney style of celebrating achievement by sports stars and celebrities in other fields, Walt Disney World will strike up the music, shower down the confetti and treat the NFL stars to a special welcome only Disney can do. Park guests and football fans alike can take it all in, beginning with parade step-off at 2:30 p.m.
The five Pro Bowlers will be joined in the parade by Mickey Mouse and his pals, NFL cheerleaders, finalists for the Don Shula NFL High School Coach of the Year Award and kids and families from Make-a-Wish Central and Northern Florida and the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS).
The parade is one of several activities taking place during Pro Bowl Week which includes events at Disney Springs, Epcot and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, which is the site of the NFL Pro Bowl Experience, an interactive family-friendly event taking place Wednesday through Saturday. Other events feature fan experiences, free admission to team practices, a 5K run, youth and high school football events and much more.
The 2017 Pro Bowl will be played Sunday night, airing live at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN and ESPN Deportes. It will feature a return to the traditional AFC vs. NFC format. Sunday’s game marks only the fourth time the Pro Bowl has been played in Florida – and its first-ever appearance in Orlando.
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