Earlier this year, Disney announced that Jason Bateman and Ginnifer Goodwin had officially landed the roles of the two main characters, Nick Wilde and Judy Hopps, in Disney’s upcoming animated feature Zootopia.
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Meet the Characters and Voices Behind Disney’s ‘Zootopia’
Disney World Is Too Late to Bet Big on “Frozen”
The leading theme-park operator may be counting on Anna and Elsa too much these days.
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New Shop Disney Parks mobile app offers Walt Disney World Resort merchandise
The new Shop Disney Parks mobile app is a convenient way for guests to locate, order and ship Walt Disney World Resort authentic products. For the first time, guests can shop for Walt Disney World merchandise from home and ship products directly, while guests at the theme parks and resorts can scan products for more information, purchase, and ship their favorite Disney Parks merchandise to anywhere in the country. The app also allows guests to see which Walt Disney World Resort retail locations offer specific items, as well as track guest purchases. New Disney Parks products will be added weekly. Annual Passholder and Disney Vacation Club discounts apply to purchases made through the app. Shop Disney Parks is available for iPhone, iPad and smartphones for Android.
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Holidays Around the World at Epcot Ignites the Season’s Spirit with New Entertainment and Classic Favorites in 2015
Epcot invites guests to experience the magic of the season and time-honored traditions from around the globe during Holidays Around the World. This year’s festive celebration rings in a new entertainment offering as well as seasonal favorites from Nov. 27 – Dec. 30, 2015 at Walt Disney World Resort.
One of the most beloved holiday traditions during this special seasonal event is The Candlelight Processional. This poignant performance allows guests to experience the Christmas story through masterful storytelling by celebrity narrators, accompanied by a mass choir and the Walt Disney World orchestra performing traditional and contemporary Christmas songs.
The Candlelight Processional is performed three times each evening, 5:00, 6:45 and 8 p.m., from Nov. 27 to Dec. 30. The line-up of celebrity narrators includes (entertainment and times subject to change):
11/27 – 11/29 — Gary Sinise
11/30 – 12/3 — Neil Patrick Harris
12/4 – 12/5 — Whoopi Goldberg
12/6 – 12/8 — Joe Morton
12/9 – 12/11 — Ana Gasteyer
12/12 – 12/14 — Meredith Vieira – NEW
12/15 – 12/17— America Ferrera – NEW
12/18 – 12/20 — Chandra Wilson – NEW
12/21 – 12/23 — Daniel Dae Kim – NEW
12/24 – 12/26 — Edward James Olmos
12/27 – 12/28 – Blair Underwood
12/29 – 12/30 — Amy Grant
For an extra special yuletide experience, guests can purchase the Candlelight Processional Dining Package. Dining packages include appetizer, entrée, dessert and non-alcoholic beverage at select Epcot full-service restaurants (or one full buffet where applicable), and guaranteed seating for the Candlelight Processional. Dining packages do not include park admission. For reservations, guests can call 407-WDW-DINE, or visit disneyword.com/dining.
The Candlelight Processional is one of many jubilant holiday entertainment offerings at Epcot. Classic Christmas tunes soar to new heights with soulful performances at the Fountain Stage in Future World each day with two merry musical ensembles. The five-person a capella performing group American Music Machine gives a contemporary twist to favorite Christmas tunes with the expertise of ground-breaking vocal arranger Tim Davis, whose previous credits include the hit TV series “Glee.” This holiday stage show includes new musical arrangements, dances, and a brand new look with performances of both modern and nostalgic holiday hits, including “White Christmas,” “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “All I Want for Christmas is You.” And for spirited renditions of holiday classics, guests also can sing and dance to the music of “Joyful! A Gospel Celebration of the Season.”
In addition to the joy-filled stage performances, Holidays Around the World immerses guests in holiday celebrations and traditions from various countries throughout World Showcase. Amid joyful music and festive treats, treasured traditions spring to life as storytellers share their countries’ holiday heritage. International holiday experiences around the World Showcase include the musical Canadian Holiday Voyageurs at the Canada Pavilion, the colorful Chinese Lion Dance at the China Pavilion, a festive mariachi band and vibrant dancers at the Mexico Pavilion, and a lesson about the “spice of life” by a Moroccan drummer at the Morocco Pavilion. Guests also can enjoy the music of the Voices of Liberty Dickens Carolers and greet Santa and Mrs. Claus at the American Adventure Pavilion. For a full list of Holidays Around the World festivities, visit disneyworld.com/holidays-around-the-world.
The celebration comes to a joyful conclusion each night with “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth,” a laser, light, and fireworks spectacular capped with a dazzling seasonal finale.
For more information about the holiday season at Walt Disney World Resort, visit disneyworld.com/holidays.
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Make-A-Wish and Disney Celebrate 100,000 Wishes Together
Make-A-Wish and The Walt Disney Company celebrated the 100,000th Disney-related wish during a special event at Disneyland Resort Wednesday night. Since granting the first wish in 1981 for eight-year-old Frank ‘Bopsy’ Salazar to go to Disneyland®, Make-A-Wish and Disney have worked together to grant wishes for children from all over the world. Thirty-five years later, Make-A-Wish and Disney have marked an enormous milestone by recognizing seven-year-old Luke as the 100,000th Disney wish kid.
Days after celebrating his 5th birthday with his family, Luke was diagnosed with neuroblastoma. After having his tumor removed, Luke faced months of chemotherapy, radiation, and stem cell treatment to help combat the cells that had metastasized. Luke could think of nothing more perfect than to visit the Disneyland Resort with his entire family to give him the hope, strength and joy he would need during the road ahead.
Through the generosity of The Walt Disney Company, Luke’s wish came true. After setting off for California from Texas, Luke and his family spent several fun-filled days visiting the parks. Highlights included a special meeting with his favorite Cars characters as well as Anna and Elsa, a special viewing of World of Color – Celebrate!, and reserved seating for the Paint the Night Parade and Disneyland Forever Fireworks Spectacular.
“Since the very first wish, Disney has provided wish kids like Luke with imaginative experiences and lasting memories, the kind only Disney can provide,” said David Williams, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America. Jon Stettner, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish International echoed those comments saying, “Disney’s steadfast support of our mission continues to grow as they help us all believe that anything is possible. We are grateful to have such a dedicated friend.”
“It’s amazing to think that 35 years ago, Make-A-Wish granted its very first wish at the Disneyland Resort, which sparked a legacy of fulfilling wishes that has captured so many hearts,” said Bob Chapek, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. “It’s wonderful to celebrate our 100,000th wish together, and we’re proud to play a role in bringing smiles and laughter to wish children and their families.”
Disney is a long-time supporter of Make-A-Wish and uses its magic to form incredible, life-changing experiences for children with life-threatening medical conditions. Through its long-time support, Disney has contributed to the Make-A-Wish mission in a number of ways, providing more than USD15 million in cash and in-kind donations in the last year alone. Nearly 8,000 Disney-related wishes are granted 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, and accounting for one of every two wishes granted.
For more information about Make-A-Wish America, visit wish.org; for more information on Make-A-Wish International, visit worldwish.org.
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Mark Ruffalo Talks Thor: Ragnarok Role And Hulk Hopes
Mark Ruffalo has been talking for the first time about The Hulk’s upcoming return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in ‘Thor: Ragnarok’.
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Photo: Lucky Owls at Epcot
The Japan Pavilion at Epcot is home to many interesting souvenirs but count us loving the Lucky Owls inside the Pavilion. As you can see in the photos these are said to provide luck depending on which category you are looking for. Each color represents a different characteristic. Make sure to check them out on your next visit.
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Aladdin Diamond Edition – Concept Art Slideshow
Below is the Aladdin Concept Art Gallery
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Video – B-Roll: Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland park
Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland park.
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Disney’s ESPN withdraws content from YouTube
Walt Disney Co’s sports network ESPN said it will not make its content available on YouTube, due to the recently announced ad-free subscription-based offering coined YouTube Red.
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