The Avatar world opening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this summer is expected to transform the theme park much like Cars Land did at Disney’s California Adventure.
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Disney’s “Zootopia” and “Moana” will battle it out for Golden Globes’ best animated film
The smash “Sing” and the acclaimed “Kubo and the Two Strings” have their work cut out for them at this weekend’s 74th Golden Globes Awards ceremony, because here’s the thing: Disney rarely surrenders the animation crown.
Audiences Give Every 2016 Disney Movie An Outstanding ‘A’ Grade
Everyone knows Disney had a record-shattering year at the box office in 2016, gobbling up $3 billion domestically and a stunning $7.6 billion worldwide. Likewise, we all know Disney dominated the 2016 charts, owning half of the top-10 highest grossing films worldwide — including the top four releases (as well as the top three overseas releases and top two releases in North America).
Disney’s 2017 Movie Slate: New Art and Details on Pixar’s ‘Coco,’ ‘Cars 3’ and More
Hardcore Disney fans may know about a few of these upcoming films, but Disney has updated its slate for 2017 with new photos and details of films for the coming year. Here’s what to expect from the mega studio that also releases films from Marvel, Pixar and LucasFilm.
DISNEY ON BROADWAY STARS TAKE CENTER STAGE AT THE NEW EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
Beginning Jan. 13, 2017, guests can experience the ultimate cultural celebration as food, art and entertainment merge into an all-new event during the Epcot® International Festival of the Arts at Walt Disney World® Resort.
We’re excited to share the lineup of performers for this brand new series:
- Jan. 13-16 and 20-23: Ashley Brown and Josh Strickland performing songs from: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Tarzan, Mary Poppins and The Little Mermaid
- Jan. 27-30 and Feb. 3-6: Kerry Butler and Kevin Massey performing songs from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Tarzan, Newsies and Aladdin
- Feb. 10-13 and 17-20: Kissy Simmons and Alton Fitzgerald White performing songs from Disney’s The Lion King, Aida, Aladdin and The Little Mermaid
Performances will be at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. Friday through Monday of each festival weekend.
The dining package includes a three-course meal or full buffet at participating Epcot restaurants and priority seating at the 8 p.m. concert. Prices range from $39-$69+ tax for adults, $23-$41+tax for children.
Also during the Festival, Future World Plaza will be filled with a variety of other visual and live performances including Epcot Living Statues, performances by Central Florida high schools and acclaimed university and college talent appearing through a partnership with Disney Performing Arts. Plus, Epcot’s American Music Machine will perform on the Future World Fountain Stage.
The festival runs Fridays through Mondays starting Jan. 13–Feb. 20, 2017.
New Choza Tequila Coming to Epcot in 2017 at Walt Disney World Resort
Here’s something for guests to look forward to this year at Epcot® at Walt Disney World® Resort! In early 2017, your Clients will be able to visit Choza Tequila, an authentic outdoor tequileria, just outside of the Mexico pavilion. The menu will feature refreshing hand-crafted margaritas and classic Mexican cuisine like tacos, empanadas, chips and fresh guacamole.
Panasonic named official projection technology for Walt Disney Parks & Resorts
At CES 2017, the two companies announced a strategic alliance in which Panasonic will provide the Disney parks with their latest projectors and other tech to improve the customer experience.
Elephant Calf Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Animal Kingdom recently welcomed a new female elephant calf, Stella (right). This is the third calf for Donna, (left) who has given birth to two other female calves. Stella raises the number of elephants in the Disney’s Animal Kingdom herd to 10, including three males and six females. Guests onboard the Kilimanjaro Safaris attractions can see Stella and Donna exploring the savanna. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is one of four theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (David Roark, photographer)
ONE MOANA’S DREAM
Located near the entrance of Pixar Place, “Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream” is an fascinating multimedia exhibit that celebrates the life and legacy of Walt Disney.
