AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey
Video: Kermit the Frog Has a New Voice Courtesy of Matt Vogel
Merely a month after Kermit performer Steve Whitmire was fired by Disney, the brand new voice of Kermit the Frog, Matt Vogel, has made his first debut in a brief YouTube clip for the “Muppet Thought of the Week.” This debut was rather inconspicuous for Vogel, with no big announcement from Disney or The Muppets’ … Video: Kermit the Frog Has a New Voice Courtesy of Matt Vogel
New and Returning Musical Acts Planned for Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
The 22nd Epcot International Food & Wine Festival kicks off in just two days and the lineup of live entertainment has just been announced. In addition to the “Eat to the Beat” Concert Series, guests can look forward to performers throughout World Showcase to include some new acts and returning favorites too. Suroît – New to … New and Returning Musical Acts Planned for Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
Disney and ABC to Host ‘Day of Giving’ on Aug. 31 to Support #Harvey Relief Efforts
Disney and ABC News have jointly announced a $1 million cash commitment to the American Red Cross in support of recovery efforts for communities affected by Hurricane Harvey. In addition to that, they will hold a ‘Day of Giving’ to benefit those impacted by the hurricane this Thursday, August 31, 2017. Programming across all platforms … Disney and ABC to Host ‘Day of Giving’ on Aug. 31 to Support #Harvey Relief Efforts
Creators of ‘Lion King’ Surprise Guests At ‘Festival of the Lion King’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Voice Actor Ernie Sabella (Pumbba), Producer Don Hahn, and Co-Director Ron Minkoff surprised guests this past weekend at Disney’s Animal Kingdom during a performance of the “Festival of the Lion King” in celebration of the re-release of the original 1994 film. Sabella was brought out before the show began to give guests a warm “Hakuna … Creators of ‘Lion King’ Surprise Guests At ‘Festival of the Lion King’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney Pin Trading is About to Get More Magical with These Brand New Pins
The folks over at Disney Style have shared some of the newest Disney pins that are set to hit Disney Parks in September and I’m completely obsessed with ALL OF THEM! When I first started visiting Disney, I collected some pins and traded some, but I had rules about buying them. I don’t really care … Disney Pin Trading is About to Get More Magical with These Brand New Pins
Marvel Studios Announces THOR: RAGNAROK – “Superpower of STEM Challenge”
Marvel Studios is, once again, encouraging young girls to explore the superpower of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) with the Marvel Studios’ THOR: RAGNAROK SUPERPOWER OF STEM CHALLENGE. This program, supported by American Association for the Advancement of Science, Broadcom Masters, and Society for Science & the Public, seeks to inspire young girls to … Marvel Studios Announces THOR: RAGNAROK – “Superpower of STEM Challenge”
Guest Lockers Have Been Upgraded at all Walt Disney World Theme Parks
Earlier this month, we told you about the new digital guest lockers at Magic Kingdom Park. The guest lockers have now been upgraded at all Walt Disney World theme parks and as part of the update, the process for renting a locker has been changed. Each locker location is now equipped with a self-service kiosk. … Guest Lockers Have Been Upgraded at all Walt Disney World Theme Parks
First Look at The Beast in ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Production Aboard the Disney Dream
When the brand new production of Beauty and the Beast makes its debut aboard the Disney Dream in November, Disney Cruise Line guests will be blown away by the depiction of The Beast. In the making-of video below, you can go behind the scenes to see how the creative team at Disney is bringing to … First Look at The Beast in ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Production Aboard the Disney Dream
Two New Celebrity Narrators Announced for the 2017 Candlelight Processional
It’s hard to imagine talking about the Holiday Season in August, but we have some news to share about the upcoming Candlelight Processional that takes place in the America Gardens Theatre at Epcot. Matt Bomer (White Collar, The Last Tycoon) and Star Wars fan favorite Warwick Davis, who played Wicket the Ewok in Star Wars … Two New Celebrity Narrators Announced for the 2017 Candlelight Processional
General Motors Co. Chairman & CEO, Mary T. Barra Elected to Walt Disney Company Board of Directors
The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors has elected Mary T. Barra, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of General Motors Co., as a director to become effective immediately. Ms. Barra’s addition to the board brings Disney’s total board membership to 12. “Beyond being an incredibly respected leader of a major US company, Mary is recognized … General Motors Co. Chairman & CEO, Mary T. Barra Elected to Walt Disney Company Board of Directors
