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Disney INTO THE WOODS Blu-Ray Review
Let me start by saying that my expectations weren’t very high when it came to Into the Woods. My only experience with the musical was my daughter’s 5th grade middle school production a few years back. She was fabulous dwarf! Now that I have watched Disney’s Into the Woods on Blu-Ray, I realized that she was, in fact, a write-in part for the junior edition. I also realized that the story does, indeed, make sense! Things were a little vague in the middle school show. The feature film version was amazing. The story was one of adventure and humor and suspense with a little romance thrown in for good measure. First off, I knew Johnny Depp had a part as the Big Bad Wolf so, being that I am a groupie, I was fully committed. Next, Meryl Streep cannot do anything wrong in the acting world so I knew her part as the witch would be outstanding. She did not disappoint. Anna Kendrick, Emily Blunt, James Corden and the kids, Daniel Huttlestone and Lilla Crawford, rounded out the cast as Cinderella, the baker’s wife, the baker, Jack (of beanstalk fame) and Little Red Riding Hood. Into the Woods is a fairy tale mash up that takes the classic stories to a new level. Usually we find these stories ending with “happily ever after.” Not to be a spoiler, but Into the Woods sticks fairly close to the cautionary tales that were originally written for children. Yikes! The music flows seamlessly from one tale to another as the characters interact with one another. Be sure to watch the bonus features to get behind the scenes access to the actors and production team as well as the talented composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim. The Cast as Good as Gold and Deeper into the Woods are packed with gems about the actors, the set design, costumes, and of course, the music. Disney’s Into the Woods, now available on Blu-ray is a must have for your Disney collection. Even if you think you aren’t into musicals, you will be singing “Into the Woods” for the rest of the day. You may even find yourself skipping along to grandma’s house or searching for some magic beans.
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New Breakfast Offering at Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom Park
With the successful launch of the fast casual lunch experience at Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom® Park at Walt Disney World® Resort, we are now excited to announce the testing of a fast casual breakfast offering scheduled to take place March 20 – June 18, 2015. During this test period, a prix fixe breakfast will be offered from 8 a.m-10 a.m. daily.
The French-inspired breakfast menu includes pastries, cured meats and cheeses, eggs Florentine, vegetable quiche, and more. Plus, guests can indulge in the Croissant Doughnut, a fried doughnut topped with banana caramel sauce, chocolate ganache and whipped cream. Younger Guests can enjoy brioche French toast, scrambled eggs, fruit crepes, as well as cereal and oatmeal.
Reservations begin March 17, 2015 for dates March 20-June 18, 2015 via My Disney Experience, or by calling 407-WDW-DINE. Advance reservations are encouraged. The Disney Dining Plan will be accepted.
Steven Spielberg reportedly wants to direct the Indiana Jones reboot
Word has been circling for some time that Disney is mulling a reboot of the Indiana Jones series and wants Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt to take the whip.
Here’s what to expect in the next Pirates of the Caribbean movie, Dead Men Tell No Tales
It’s been four years since Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides hit theaters, but that film’s impressive performance at the box office (despite underwhelming reviews) ensured a fifth installment of the hit franchise was on the way.
Disney Merchandise at Wizard World Comic Con – Indianapolis – Photos
Take a look at some photos of the Disney related merchandise that was on display at the Indianapolis Wizard World Comic Con this weekend.
Photos: Wizard World Comic Con – Indianapolis
Take a look at some photos from around the Indianapolis Wizard World Comic Con this past weekend.
Wizard World Comic Con Merchandise
Overview of the Show Floor
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‘Guardians,’ ‘Harry Potter,’ Shatner Q&As Top Panels at Wizard World Indianapolis This Weekend
Q&A sessions with Guardians of the Galaxy stars Michael Rooker and Karen Gillan, Harry Potter franchise regulars James & Oliver Phelps, William Shatner (“Star Trek”), Liam McIntyre (“Spartacus: War of the Damned”), WWE® Divas The Bella Twins™ and Andrew J. West “The Walking Dead,” a concert by videogame tribute band “Critical Hit,” screening of The Crow, costume contests, comics creator panels and more are among the programming highlights scheduled at the inaugural Wizard World Comic Con Indianapolis, Friday through Sunday at the Indianapolis Convention Center. Most programming is included as part of the standard event admission.
Some highlights of the more than 50 panels scheduled include:
· Interactive Q&As with Shatner (Saturday, 3 p.m.), McIntyre (Saturday, 2:30 p.m.), West (Saturday, 1 p.m.), Anthony Montgomery (“Star Trek: Enterprise,” Saturday, 4 p.m.), Carol Spinney (“Sesame Street,” Saturday, 5:30 p.m.) and Jason David Frank (“Mighty Morphin Power Rangers,” Saturday, 1:30 p.m.
· Dual Q&A sessions with Rooker and Gillan (Saturday, 4 p.m.), WWE® Divas The Bella Twins™ (Saturday, 1:30 p.m.), the Phelpses (Sunday, 1:30 p.m.) and the Boondock Saints tandem of Sean Patrick Flanery and David Della Rocco (Sunday, 2:30 p.m.)
· World Of Warcraft Composer Jason Hayes Presents: Behind The Music With “Critical Hit” (Saturday, 1 p.m.). Then at 6 p.m., the band performs original arrangements and electrifying live concerts of music from the most celebrated videogames of all time
· Costume contests for adults (Saturday, 7 p.m.) and kids (Sunday, 3 p.m.), plus cosplay-themed sessions with Wizard World personality Damian Beurer, veteran cosplayer Mogchelle and others
· Comics-themed sessions with Michael Golden (“Storytelling,” Saturday, 11:30 a.m.), Jim Salicrup and Renee Witterstaetter (“Captain America,” Saturday, 5 p.m.), Tom Cook (“Tarzan,” Saturday, 5:30 p.m.) and others
· Screening of The Crow (Saturday, 7 p.m.), preceded by a Q&A with creator James O’Barr (6:30 p.m.)
· Green Ranger Half Hour of Power with Frank, a karate class for all ages (Sunday, 1:30 p.m.)
· Meet-and-greet with Frank (Saturday, 11 a.m.) (Paid event)
Unless noted, programming events take place in the designated General Programming Rooms at the Indianapolis Convention Center. VIP tickets or additional costs may apply to ensure access to select activities, as noted. (*Note: Frank Meet & Greet requires a separate ticket.)
A full list of Wizard World Comic Con Indianapolis programming is available at http://wizd.me/PRProgrammingIndianapolis (subjects, guests, times and rooms subject to change).
Wizard World Comic Con Presents Fan Fest Chicago Added To 2015 Calendar, March 7-8
Wizard World, Inc. (WIZD) today announced the addition of Wizard World Comic Con Presents Fan Fest Chicago to its 2015 schedule, March 7-8 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. The event, added as a “thank you” to loyal Wizard World fans, will be specially priced at $25 for the weekend and $15 for either day.
Additionally, fans who have purchased VIP or four-day admissions to Wizard World Comic Con Chicago (August 20-23) will receive free admission to Fan Fest Chicago. Celebrity and comics creator guests and other details about the event will be announced shortly. Visit http://wizd.me/FanFestChicagoPRAdmissions to purchase admissions.
“The Wizard World Comic Con Presents Fan Fest Chicago is a great way for us to give back to the fans,” said John Macaluso, Wizard World CEO. “We appreciate so much their having made Wizard World Comic Con Chicago the biggest show in the Midwest that we have put together a low-cost, high-energy show for all to enjoy.”
Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, cosplay, comics, television, sci-fi, toys, video gaming, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Wizard World Comic Con Presents Fan Fest Chicago show hours are Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Sunday, March 8, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Wizard World Comic Con Fan Fest Chicago is also the place for cosplay, with fans young and old showing off their best costumes throughout the event. Fans dressed as every imaginable character – and some never before dreamed – will roam the convention floor.
For more on the 2015 Wizard World Comic Con Fan Fest Chicago, visit http://wizd.me/FanFestChicagoPR.
