MEDIACOM COMMUNICATIONS AND THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY SIGN COMPREHENSIVE DISTRIBUTION DEAL

Mediacom Communications Corporation and The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) today announced a comprehensive distribution agreement to deliver Disney’s robust lineup of sports, news and entertainment content to Mediacom customers across televisions, computers, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles and connected devices. The multi-year renewal agreement supports the companies’ mutual goal to enhance the customer experience by delivering video content to viewers across multiple platforms.

As part of the new multi-year deal, Mediacom will introduce several new services, including the full suite of authenticated WATCH and video-on-demand products, SEC Network, ESPN Goal Line and ESPN Buzzer Beater. Continuing services covered by the broad scope of this agreement include: ABC Family, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Disney XD, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPN Deportes, ESPNEWS, ESPN Classic, ESPN3, Fusion and retransmission consent for ABC Owned stations.

Mediacom customers will receive broad access to existing authenticated products like WATCH ABC, WATCH ABC Family, WATCH Disney Channel, WATCH Disney Junior, WATCH Disney XD and WatchESPN (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPNU, SEC Network, ESPN Goal Line and ESPN Buzzer Beater). These products will give Mediacom customers more opportunities to access live and video-on-demand content, both in-home and out-of-home, on their computers, smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles and connected devices via Mediacom’s TV Everywhere platform. ESPN3 will also continue to be available to residential Mediacom High Speed Internet customers across screens and devices.

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Add More Fun to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party with New Premium Event

This fall, the Villains’ Sinister Soiree: A Wicked Takeover of Cinderella Castle adds even more tricks to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in the Magic Kingdom® Park at Walt Disney World® Resort.

This separately ticketed premium event allows guests to enjoy preferred viewing for Mickey’s “Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade and the HalloWishes Fireworks Spectacular. Plus, guests can join Lady Tremaine and her villainous friends at Cinderella’s Royal Table to indulge in devilish desserts and wicked entertainment in celebration of the villains’ favorite time of year – Halloween!

Tickets for the Villains’ Sinister Soiree: A Wicked Takeover of Cinderella Castle are $99 per person (ages 3 and older), plus tax (gratuity included). Admission to Mickey’s-Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is required and is not included in the price. Please note that Mickey’s-Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a separate ticketed event and is not included in Magic Kingdom Park admission.

Reservations are highly recommended for the Dessert Soiree at Cinderella’s Royal Table. Seatings are available at the following times: 10:15 p.m. and 11:45 p.m. on 9/1, 9/9, 9/12, and 9/14/2014 and 10:15 p.m. on 9/16, 9/19, 9/21, 9/23, 9/26, 9/28, 10/2, 10/3, 10/5, 10/9, 10/10, 10/13, 10/16, 10/17, 10/19, 10/21, 10/23, 10/24, 10/26, 10/28, 10/30, and 10/31/2014.

Please call 407-939-5262 to book reservations for Villains’ Sinister Soiree: A Wicked Takeover of Cinderella Castle. Online reservations are not available.

Entertainment is subject to change or cancellation without notice. Reserved viewing is for the 8:15 p.m. Mickey’s “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade only. Wristbands are non-transferrable and will not be replaced if lost or stolen. Please be advised that seating is not provided at the preferred parade or fireworks viewing. Wheelchairs and ECVs can be accommodated in the viewing areas and at Cinderella’s Royal Table. Disney dining plan entitlements may not be redeemed for this event. May not be combined with any other discounts or promotions. There are a limited number of tickets available for this event.

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Updated Capt. Cook’s Opens at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is undergoing several exciting enhancements, including the newly refurbished Capt. Cook’s.

Featuring an updated menu and a fresh new look, the updated Capt. Cook’s brings island-style cuisine to this popular quick service dining location.

Guests can feast on favorites, such as Tonga Toast and the hot beef ‘n blue sandwich, as well as new options, including blackened fish tacos and curry meatballs. And, fans of the Dole Whip need not fear. The classic soft serve treat will return soon in its very own location, Pineapple Lanai.

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“a bug’s land” at Disney California Adventure Park Fact Sheet

Walt Disney on nature’s creatures: “People often ask me where we find our stories about animals… and my answer is that Nature herself writes them. The wonders of nature are endless. Sometimes we can recognize ourselves in animals. That’s what makes them so interesting.”

Overview: Flik and his insect friends from Disney•Pixar’s “A Bug’s Life” have been residents of Disney California Adventure Park since it opened in 2001. “It’s Tough to be a Bug!,” the whimsical, 4-D exploration of the insect world as seen from a bug’s-eye view, was one of the original Disney California Adventure attractions, located in what was then known as Bountiful Valley Farm. Park guests shrink down to the size of a bug at Flik’s Fun Fair and enjoy the attractions, which are designed to delight younger children and their parents.

Don’t miss: The Bug’s Life Theater presents “It’s Tough to Be a Bug!,” featuring special in-theater sensory effects that take the audience to the world of creepy crawlies. From dodging a tarantula’s quills to smelling a stink bug’s defense stench, guests leave the human world and become honorary bugs themselves. Attractions in Flik’s Fun Fair, such as Flik’s Flyers and Heimlich’s Chew Chew Train, immerse guests in a bug’s point of view. At Princess Dot Puddle Park guests play near a large leaky garden hose, a fun place to get wet.

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Disney’s Night of Joy Celebrates a Stellar Line-Up of Christian Music Sept. 5-6

This year marks the 32nd year for Disney’s Night of Joy, where the best in Contemporary Christian music meets the excitement of the Magic Kingdom. From contemporary hits to hard-hitting, high-energy rock, there’s something for every kind of music fan Sept. 5-6 at Walt Disney World Resort.

This year’s lineup showcases a stage-load of talent on each night.

Friday, Sept. 5: Hillsong United, Chris Tomlin, Matthew West, for KING & COUNTRY, Mandisa, Building 429, Matt Maher, The Neverclaim
Saturday, Sept. 6: Skillet, Casting Crowns, MercyMe, Israel Houghton & New Breed, Britt Nicole, Colton Dixon, Rhett Walker, We As Human, 1 Girl Nation

Single-night tickets are $59 plus tax in advance and $69 plus tax on the days of the show. To purchase tickets, or for more information about the event, guests can visit NightofJoy.com or call 407-W-DISNEY.

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Wizard World Chicago Comic Con Photos

Take a look around Wizard World Chicago Comic Con this weekend.

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‘Guardians’ Vault to Summer Box-Office Lead With Weekend

Walt Disney Co.’s Guardians of the Galaxy, the new group of movie superheroes mined from Marvel’s comic-book lineup, officially became Hollywood elite as stars of the biggest summer film in the U.S.

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“STAR WARS REBELS: SPARK OF REBELLION” AVAILABLE ON WATCH DISNEY XD, MONDAY SEPTEMBER 29; PREMIERE TELECAST ON DISNEY CHANNELS AROUND THE WORLD ON OCTOBER 3

Continuing the epic tradition of the legendary Star Wars saga, an exciting animated one-hour movie “Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion” will be available first to verified users on WATCHDisneyXD.com and the WATCH Disney XD app beginning MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29. WATCH Disney XD allows consumers to watch on tablet, phones, computer and set top boxes.

The global television debut of “Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion” is set for FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3 (9:00 p.m., ET/PT in the U.S.) on Disney Channels around the world, ushering in the series “Star Wars Rebels” beginning MONDAY, OCTOBER 13 (9:00 p.m., ET/PT) on Disney XD. The series will air in 34 languages across 163 countries in over 400 million households.

The television movie garnered rave reviews at last month’s San Diego Comic-Con fan event for its story (set between the events of Star Wars Episodes III and IV) and its look — akin to the classic Star Wars trilogy. The series designs are influenced by the work of original Star Wars concept artist Ralph McQuarrie.

The story unfolds during a dark time when the evil Galactic Empire is tightening its grip of power on the galaxy. Imperial forces have occupied a remote planet and are ruining the lives of its people. The motley but clever crew of the starship Ghost — cowboy Jedi Kanan, ace pilot Hera, street-smart teenager Ezra, the “muscle” Zeb, warrior firebrand Sabine, and cantankerous old astromech droid Chopper — is among a select few who are brave enough to stand against the Empire. Together, they will face threatening new villains, encounter colorful adversaries, embark on thrilling adventures and become heroes with the power to ignite a rebellion.

“Star Wars Rebels” is created by Dave Filoni (Star Wars: The Clone Wars), Simon Kinberg (X-Men: Days of Future Past, Sherlock Holmes), and Carrie Beck. The Lucasfilm Animation production is also executive-produced by Filoni and Kinberg as well as Greg Weisman (Gargoyles).

The talented voice cast includes Freddie Prinze Jr. as Kanan, Vanessa Marshall as Hera, Steve Blum as Zeb, Tiya Sircar as Sabine, Taylor Gray as Ezra, David Oyelowo as Agent Kallus and Jason Isaacs as the Inquisitor.

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The Holidays Shine Bright at Walt Disney World

There’s so much to enjoy at the Walt Disney World Resort during the holiday season – from enchanting fireworks and seasonal parades to glimmering displays and a candle-lit retelling of the tale that started it all. And now is a great time to plan your holiday getaway – see for yourself