Take a look at some photos from the last days around the Streets of America at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The area is now closed to make way for Star Wars Land.
2nd Show Added Due To Overwhelming Demand ‘Disney’s The Little Mermaid Live In Concert’
Fans of Disney’s animated classic, DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID, will now have another chance to see ‘DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID LIVE IN CONCERT’ at the Hollywood Bowl on Friday, June 3rd. The demand for this concert event has been overwhelming when it was announced that SARA BAREILLES and REBEL WILSON would headline an all-star cast of performers singing the songs from the Oscar® and Grammy®-winning score as the film plays on the Bowl’s movie screen accompanied by a full, live orchestra. Tickets for both the Friday, June 3rd concert and the Saturday, June 4th concert go on sale at ticketmaster.com at 10:00am Pacific on Saturday, April 9.
In addition to Grammy®-nominated artist SARA BAREILLES (“Brave” and “Waitress”) singing the songs of Ariel and REBEL WILSON (“Pitch Perfect 1 & 2” and “How To Be Single”) as Ursula, the singing cast includes JOHN STAMOS (“Grandfathered”) as Chef Louis, TITUSS BURGESS (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”) as Sebastian, NORM LEWIS (“Porgy and Bess” and “Scandal”) as King Triton, DARREN CRISS (“Glee”) as Prince Eric and JOSHUA COLLEY (Broadway’s “A Bronx Tale: The Musical”) as Flounder.
FASTPASS+ ENHANCEMENTS FURTHER CUSTOMIZE GUEST EXPERIENCE BEGINNING APRIL 10
At the Walt Disney World® Resort, we are always looking for ways to help Guests further customize their experience and make it even easier to create unforgettable moments with their families and friends.
Starting April 10, 2016 guests will notice the following enhancements to how they make FastPass+ selections:
- Guests will now be able to choose individual FastPass+ experiences and times, and will no longer need to make all selections for the same day at the same time.
- While guests will continue to be able to select up to three experiences in advance, they now will be able to book fewer than three selections, if desired.
- In addition, when guests have used their first three FastPass+ selections, they will now be able to make an additional FastPass+ selection via the My Disney Experience mobile app, in addition to in-park kiosks. Once they’ve used the fourth, they will be able to select another, and so on.
SENSE OF AFRICA TOUR AT DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM LODGE
Guests can indulge their senses during the new Sense of Africa tour at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. This 3.5-hour long experience is designed to immerse Walt Disney World® Resort Guests in the richness, culture and history of the African-inspired resort and give a backstage peek at the care, feeding, well-being and social interactions of the resident animals.
The cost is $249, and staying at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is not required. Experiences may vary.
The experience will be offered on Tuesday and Saturday mornings, beginning April 9, 2016. Reservations are now available. Book by calling 407-WDW-TOUR (939-8687).
The Case For Why Disney Should Buy Netflix
In the past year, Walt Disney, a company that sells itself on magic and nostalgia, has struggled with some very real problems.
MICKEY’S VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY FILLS 21 NIGHTS WITH HOLIDAY CHEER IN 2016
Recently we shared the dates for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Today we’re back with dates for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. This favorite Walt Disney World® Resort holiday tradition returns to the Magic Kingdom® Park for a festive 21 nights this year.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will take place the following nights:
- November – 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 18, 27, 29
- December – 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22
Tickets for both Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will go on sale later this spring.
NEW AQUATIC PLAY AREA OPENS AT DISNEY’S PORT ORLEANS RESORT – FRENCH QUARTER
Just in time for warm summer days, there’s a new space at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter that’s just for little ones who like to splash around and stay cool.
The new area is located next to the whimsical Doubloon Lagoon pool, so guests and their little ones can easily go back and forth between the two water-filled spots while staying at this resort.
Norman Reedus On Board First Wizard World Cruise, Dec. 2-5
Wizard World, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD) and Rose Tours today announced its first Wizard World Cruise, a pop-culture, comic con themed, three-night journey on the Norwegian Sky, December 2-5, from Miami to Nassau, Bahamas. The event will feature celebrities including Norman Reedus as well as an Artist Alley with noted comics creators, cosplay contests, exhibitors, parties, video game tournaments and more.
This will be the only cruise appearance for Reedus. Others scheduled to appear include Ernie Hudson (Ghostbusters), Barry Bostwick (The Rocky Horror Picture Show, “Spin City”), Sara Underwood (“Attack of the Show”), Billy Martin (lead guitarist/keyboardist, Good Charlotte; artist, “TMNT”), Phil Ortiz(animator, “The Simpsons,” “Muppet Babies”), cosplayers Jackie Craft, Abby Dark Star and Zen Dragon. Additional celebrities and creators to appear aboard Wizard World Cruise will be announced in the coming weeks.
“We are excited to partner with Rose Tours for our first-ever Wizard World Cruise!,” said Randy Malinoff , Wizard World COO. “Rose Tours has the best reputation for providing the fans with a great experience on their celebrity cruises. And having Norman Reedus among our inaugural guests is the best treat we can give our loyal fans!”
A variety of packages will be available, starting at $749.00 per person. The Wizard World Cruise base package includes photos with the celebrities, all meals onboard as well as open bar, a special cruise-only gift item and access to all Wizard World events on the ship. The Norwegian Sky ( https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ship/sky) also features a casino, spa, full gym, basketball/volleyball court, arcade, 10 bars (all included), four restaurants (included) and three of Norwegian’s famed specialty restaurants.
For more on the 2016 Wizard World Cruise, visit http://www.wizardworldcruise.com .
How Technological Advancements In Animation Force A Focus On Storytelling
John Lasseter, CCO of Pixar and Disney animation, once said; “The art challenges the technology, and the technology inspires the art”. I agree with that, and I think it’s an appropriate way to think about how technological advancements have influenced artistic and creative decisions.
JEDI PERFORMERS ENGAGE IN EPIC LIGHTSABER CHALLENGE AT THE TOP OF THE WORLD’S TALLEST BUILDING
To celebrate today’s digital release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, two Jedi performers ascended to new heights to engage in an epic lightsaber challenge on the 152nd floor of the iconic Burj Khalifa in Dubai City – the world’s tallest building. Star Wars: The Force Awakens is available to download from iTunes and broadcaster OSN.
