AUTHOR: Charles Boda
‘The Mandalorian’ – Favreau Reveals Name of Star Wars Live-Action Series
CEO Bob Iger recently stated that Disney would be slowing its pace with Star Wars cinematic releases in the future, but that hasn’t halted progress on a big budget project set in the “galaxy far, far away” for the company’s soon-to-debut streaming service. Director Jon Favreau has just announced the title for the highly-anticipated Star … ‘The Mandalorian’ – Favreau Reveals Name of Star Wars Live-Action Series
Disney Springs PhotoPass Studio Offering Fall Virtual Backdrops
Thanks to the usual Central Florida fall weather, Walt Disney World Resort guests are still making summer memories filled with sunny skies and aggressive temperatures. For those who would like to add a little autumn to their albums, the Disney PhotoPass Studio in Disney Springs is offering visitors seasonal virtual backdrops focusing on fall and … Disney Springs PhotoPass Studio Offering Fall Virtual Backdrops
Epcot’s Germany Pavilion Honors Re-Unification Day on Oct 3
Many are still alive today who remember the immense impact that the fall of the Berlin Wall and German re-unification had not just for German citizens, but for modern society as a whole. Epcot is joining Germany and others around the world by celebrating the anniversary of the unified nation on October 3rd. The Berlin … Epcot’s Germany Pavilion Honors Re-Unification Day on Oct 3
Permit Approved for 14-Story Tower at Disney Springs Best Western
The South Florida Water Management District has just issued a permit for a new tower and other additions to the Best Western located near Disney Springs. The Reedy Creek Improvement District submitted applications for the project, titled “Black Lake Hotel,” in mid-August. While the existing tower on the property would remain, a 14-story tower would … Permit Approved for 14-Story Tower at Disney Springs Best Western
5 Potential Supervillain Lairs on Walt Disney World Property
Authors Note: I’m not changing the tone of these articles, and I’ll still be musing on things like how theme park storytelling and immersion affect our lives. I’m just taking a break from that for a moment to publish an article I’ve wanted to do for a while now. Enjoy. You’ve come a long way, and … 5 Potential Supervillain Lairs on Walt Disney World Property
ESPN+ Collects 1 Million Subscribers Since April Launch
Disney’s first step toward their goal of becoming a dominant force in the direct-to-consumer game has proven successful, at least in the short term. In just over 5 months since its launch, ESPN+ has 1 million subscribers under its belt. The Walt Disney Company launched ESPN+ in April of this year; the pay-subscription sports service … ESPN+ Collects 1 Million Subscribers Since April Launch
Bob Iger Speaks on Fox Integration, Recent Firings, Streaming Service and More
In an interview just published by The Hollywood Reporter, Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger briefly covered a wide array of topics that have been at the forefront of recent Disney headlines, including how Fox’s Marvel IP will join Disney’s, the controversial firings of creative talent, the pace of upcoming Star Wars installments, and alcohol … Bob Iger Speaks on Fox Integration, Recent Firings, Streaming Service and More
Auction Could Complicate Sky Purchase for Disney, Comcast
Another day, another complication in a Walt Disney Company/Comcast buyout competition. The most recent battle between the two entertainment giants has revolved around the purchase of the British pay-TV broadcasting company Sky, and the ongoing bidding war may end in an auction that could make things tricky for both American companies, according to a recent … Auction Could Complicate Sky Purchase for Disney, Comcast
Disney Streaming Service to Produce Marvel Series for Loki, Scarlet Witch, and More
It is well known that Disney’s upcoming streaming service will have a significant Marvel presence when it launches in 2019, but a recent report suggests some unanticipated content for the platform which will focus on side characters from the MCU. According to Variety sources, standalone Marvel series will be created for the new streaming service … Disney Streaming Service to Produce Marvel Series for Loki, Scarlet Witch, and More
Casey’s Corner: A Disney Dining Show Review
This quick service story begins like many others on Walt Disney World Resort property: It was a hot and humid day. After a morning frenzy of park photography, rushing frantically from land to land, my Disney Dining Show cohort Steve Porter and I decided to stop for a bite at Casey’s Corner before the scheduled … Casey’s Corner: A Disney Dining Show Review
