AUTHOR: Charles Boda
Disney Releases Behind-the-Scenes Video for ‘Pixar Play Parade’
One of the numerous exciting entertainment offerings of this year’s Pixar Fest at Disneyland Park is the “Pixar Play Parade,” which has added brand new story elements for 2018. Disney recently shared a behind-the-scenes video on what goes into making such a masterful mobile celebration. The video, courtesy of the Disney Parks Blog, details the … Disney Releases Behind-the-Scenes Video for ‘Pixar Play Parade’
Thieves Steal Trailer Carrying 8,000 Tickets to Disneyland; Tickets Cancelled
Every so often theme park enthusiasts get a stark reminder to be cautious about private third-party ticket sellers; today’s reminder involves the theft of a trailer in California and a large number of no-longer-valid tickets. The California Highway Patrol has a search underway for a cargo trailer that was originally bound for the 90th Annual … Thieves Steal Trailer Carrying 8,000 Tickets to Disneyland; Tickets Cancelled
Walt Disney World Celebrates Earth Day with Global Goodies
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is celebrating 20 years of environmental and animal-centric entertainment this upcoming Earth Day, and there is one important thing that all animals have in common: we need to eat. With that sentiment in mind, Disney has announced a few of the scrumptious special offerings available to guests during the Party for the … Walt Disney World Celebrates Earth Day with Global Goodies
Disney Adds to Florida Anti-Gambling Contributions, $4.65 Million To Date
A constitutional amendment is making its way to Florida ballots this November that could have an immense impact on the future of gambling in the state. Amendment 3 would give Florida voters the “exclusive right to decide whether to authorize casino gambling,” and last month Disney added another $105,000 in support of the political committee … Disney Adds to Florida Anti-Gambling Contributions, $4.65 Million To Date
‘Maleficent’ Sequel Adds Ed Skrein as Villain
The core cast of the newest Maleficent film has just been rounded out with the addition of Ed Skrein, who will portray a villain opposite Angelina Jolie and Elle Fanning. This is not Skrein’s first antagonistic role, as he is most well known for his role in Deadpool, working against the titular character as the villain … ‘Maleficent’ Sequel Adds Ed Skrein as Villain
Central Florida Theme Park Injury Reports for 1st Quarter of 2018 Released
To remain exempt from major inspection, Central Florida theme parks must list all of their quarterly incidents and injuries with the state. This quarter’s report (January – March, 2018) covers a total of 6 incidents/injuries: 3 belonging to Disney, 2 to Universal, and 1 to SeaWorld. No injuries were reported for Busch Gardens or Legoland. … Central Florida Theme Park Injury Reports for 1st Quarter of 2018 Released
Disney Research’s Robot Study Could Have Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Applications
As development of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is underway, the scientists at Disney Research are trying to figure out exactly what type of “droids you’re looking for.” An increased interest in a robotic presence in the parks has arisen, and Disney Research is trying to determine not only how humans might perceive robots they interact … Disney Research’s Robot Study Could Have Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Applications
New Building Being Constructed in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
A notice of commencement was filed with Orange County today which lists a new structure to be built on Cypress Drive in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The permit is for construction of the “foundation, steel structure, core & shell” of the building. Cypress Drive wraps around the majority of Hollywood Studios’ perimeter, and most attractions do … New Building Being Constructed in Disney’s Hollywood Studios
SEC Punishment Could Be in SeaWorld’s Future
SeaWorld has recently disclosed that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has recommended they face consequences for possible violations of federal securities law. The SEC believes SeaWorld should be the subject of civil punishment or administrative hearings regarding allegations that they mislead investors as to the effects of the film Blackfish. SeaWorld is also currently fighting … SEC Punishment Could Be in SeaWorld’s Future
Toronto Court Denies Disney’s Request for Confidentiality in Weinstein Case
Disney’s attempt to keep certain documents sealed in a Toronto lawsuit which accuses the company of negligence in alleged sexual assaults from defendant Harvey Weinstein has failed. The motion was judged by Master P. Tamara Sugunasiri, who quoted Madame de Stael in her ruling, saying,”Search for the truth is the noblest occupation of man; its … Toronto Court Denies Disney’s Request for Confidentiality in Weinstein Case
