Fans of Indiana Jones got their wish yesterday: Walt Disney announced that it is going through with a fifth Indiana Jones movie. This will be the first film in the franchise since Disney shelled out more than $4 billion for Lucasfilm.
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Disney Theatrical’s President Talks Making Theatre Inclusive and Accessible with TDF
Disney Theatrical’s president and producer, Thomas Schumacher, speaks about collaborating with Theatre Development Fund and his work on the upcoming Frozen.
TOP REASONS TO VISIT TO WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT THIS SPRING
With so much new to see and do at the Walt Disney World® Resort, spring is the perfect time for guests to visit! Here’s a look at just a few of the things guests can enjoy this spring at the Walt Disney World Resort.
“Rivers of Light” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
When guests visit Walt Disney World Resort this spring, they can be among the first to discover “Rivers of Light” – the first-ever nighttime show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. Opening April, 22, 2016, “Rivers of Light” features never-before-seen Disneynature footage, grand theatrical imagery, live performances, a soaring original score and innovative special effects. This nighttime spectacle is an experience unlike any other!
Following the extraordinary popularity of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Walt Disney World Resort is unveiling even more Star Wars-themed entertainment at Disney’s Hollywood Studios® beginning April 4, 2016 – including the new Star Wars live entertainment experience “Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away” and The March of the First Order Stormtrooper procession led by Captain Phasma.
And don’t forget about the other recent Star Wars additions that have debuted at the park. The Star Tours – The Adventures Continue attraction now features new characters and planets from the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens film. Star Wars Launch Bay offers families an up-close look at replica props, models, costumes and more from the films, plus the chance to encounter someone from the Rebel Alliance or the Dark Side. And young Padawans can put their bravery to the test at Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple, which now features the character of the Seventh Sister from the Disney XD series Star Wars Rebels.
Over at Epcot®, guests can discover an event bursting with fresh, farm-to-table flavors, brilliant blooms, interactive playgrounds and rocking entertainment. The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival continues through May 30, 2016, offering guests fun-filled exploration for every age and interest.
Disney Springs™ continues to grow this spring with new retail shops and dining venues, scheduled to open in phases beginning May 15, 2016. Disney Springs, which was inspired by Florida’s waterfront towns and natural beauty, is nearing completion on its largest expansion in history. It is exciting to see the area emerge as a new waterfront district with world-class shopping, unique dining and high-quality entertainment. Disney Springs has four distinct neighborhoods to explore: The Landing, Marketplace, West Side and Town Center and will eventually have more than 150 retail, dining and entertainment offerings.
Disney’s young Han Solo search narrows
The search for the young actor who will fill Han Solo’s leather vest could be in its final stages, as multiple sources tell The Hollywood Reporter that a shortlist quietly has emerged.
Harrison Ford Returns as Indiana Jones in 2019
Walt Disney Co. said it’s making a fifth Indiana Jones movie with director Steven Spielberg and Harrison Ford returning in the title role as the adventurous archaeologist.
22 Disney And Pixar In-jokes That Will Blow Your Mind
When you’re the biggest entertainment company on Earth, it’s nice to have some fun. That’s why Disney has been hiding subtle in-jokes and character cameos in its movies for over 50 years.
The so-called Easter eggs give fans the chance to play a feature length game of ‘Where’s Wally’, Disney Edition, in the hunt for hidden gems – though we reckon the animators just do it for a giggle.
What Captain America: Civil War May Actually Be Doing With That Body
It’s been four days since the latest Captain America: Civil War trailer was released, but that’s plenty of time for Marvel fans to pore over every detail.
SAVE UP TO 30% ON ROOMS AT SELECT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT HOTELS THIS SUMMER!
Our Clients can save up to 30%* on rooms at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels for stays most nights June 12-Aug. 25, 2016 when they book by June 10, 2016.
Contact Travel Agents, Scott and Becky Donahue, of Wish Upon a Star With Us to plan and book your vacation.
Plus, our Clients can receive an exclusive “Awaken Summer” graphic MagicBand when they upgrade to a room and Theme Park package with a minimum 2-day Magic Your Way® Ticket.
Only at our four can’t miss Theme Parks will oour Clients discover a summer unlike any other—filled with new and immersive experiences that will soon bring them to worlds they could only imagine.
Contact Travel Agents, Scott and Becky Donahue, of Wish Upon a Star With Us to plan and book your vacation.
At Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, the magic of nature will come to life during Rivers of Light and other incredible nighttime experiences. At Disney’s Hollywood Studios® the Force will be unleashed with the all-new Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple and Star Wars Launch Bay. At Epcot®, Frozen® is arriving with new immersive journeys on Frozen Ever After and the Royal Sommerhus. At Disney Springs™, the new eclectic mix of boutiques, eateries and entertainment is expanding all throughout the summer. With even more new and exciting experiences coming to Magic Kingdom® Park and Disney’s Blizzard Beach® Water Park, this unforgettable summer has something for everyone!
Is Disney Getting into the 3D Printing Business? They Just Filed for Three New Related Patents
When you hear Disney you usually think theme parks, big budget movies, animated fairy tales and merchandise licensing deals that just won’t quit. But Disney didn’t become one of the biggest and most successful companies on the planet just by selling mouse ears.
Disneyland® Resort and Make-A-Wish® Celebrate the Success of Worldwide “Share Your Ears” Campaign
In front of a crowd of wish granters, volunteers, and wish families, Disneyland Resort and Make-A-Wish® celebrated the success of the global “Share Your Ears” campaign and announced that Disney Parks will double its original donation from $1 million to $2 million in recognition of the overwhelming support from fans around the globe.
To honor the 100,000th Disney wish granted globally, and in celebration of Disneyland Resort’s 60th Anniversary, fans were invited to share images of people wearing Mickey Mouse Ears or creative interpretations of ears. Photos uploaded with the hashtag #ShareYourEars unlocked a $5 donation from Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, up to $1 million.
“We were overwhelmed by the response to Share Your Ears,” said David Williams, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America. “The campaign not only raised valuable funds for wish granting, it allowed us to engage with both current Make-A-Wish supporters and those who learned about us for the very first time. We now have a worldwide community who is more enthusiastic about our unique relationship with Disney than ever before.”
Today Disney Parks announced that it would donate $2 million to Make-A-Wish, double the original pledge, to recognize the outpouring of public support for the campaign. An exclusive dazzled Ear Hat and two exclusive Disney experiences are part of a Make-A-Wish sweepstakes to raise additional funds. Proceeds from the sale of collectible 60th Anniversary Ear Hats sold at Disneyland also will go to Make-A-Wish.
“We’re thrilled that so many of our guests, fans, and cast members supported Make-A-Wish by sharing their ears and joining Walt Disney Parks and Resorts in making even more children’s wishes come true,” said Bob Chapek, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts.
For more than 35 years, Disney and Make-A-Wish have granted the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions, touching millions of people around the world. Nearly 8,000 Disney-related wishes are granted worldwide every year – including experiences at Disney theme parks, voyages on Disney Cruise Line, meetings with Disney characters, and visits to TV and movie sets – making Disney the most popular request by Make-A-Wish children.
Jon Stettner, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish International said: “We are grateful to Disney and the hundreds of thousands of fans around the world who shared their simple, artistic and sometimes even wacky ears. It’s because of you that wish kids and families experience the life-changing power of a wish-come-true.”
For more information, visit www.ShareYourEars.org.
