AUTHOR: Jackie Gailey
Walt Disney Imagineering Shares Another Inside Look at Pandora – The World of Avatar
In their All In The Details series, the Disney Parks Blog has shared another behind-the-scenes look into Pandora – The World of Avatar which opens at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park on May 27, 2017. In this week’s sneak peek, we learn more about how the project team “partnered with Lightstorm Entertainment and a number of … Walt Disney Imagineering Shares Another Inside Look at Pandora – The World of Avatar
‘Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along’ Hits Select Theatres April 7
Beginning Friday, April 7th, fans of the worldwide box office smash Beauty and the Beast will be able to sing along with their favorite characters when the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along hits approximately 1,200 theatres nationwide. The Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along will feature on-screen lyrics to such beloved songs as “Belle,” “Be Our … ‘Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along’ Hits Select Theatres April 7
Disney Asks Beyoncé to Voice ‘Nala’ in Live Action Remake of ‘The Lion King’
It seems like every time we turn around, another Disney classic is being remade into a live-action film. The Debrief in the U.K. is reporting that Beyoncé has been asked to voice the part of ‘Nala’ in Disney’s live-action remake of The Lion King movie. The childhood favorite was originally released in 1994 and was … Disney Asks Beyoncé to Voice ‘Nala’ in Live Action Remake of ‘The Lion King’
Prepare for Your Visit to Pandora – The World of Avatar by Learning to Speak Na’vi
As we get closer to the much-anticipated opening of Pandora – The World of Avatar, we’re seeing glimpses of new merchandise that promises to connect guests with the exotic new land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Steven Miller, the Merchandise Communication Manager for Disney, had a chance to speak with Merchandise Product Developer Cody Hampton and … Prepare for Your Visit to Pandora – The World of Avatar by Learning to Speak Na’vi
Take A Behind the Scenes Look at the Making of ‘Happily Ever After’
It’s getting closer to the debut of the new nighttime fireworks spectacular, ‘Happily Ever After‘ at Magic Kingdom Park and the Disney Parks Blog has shared a new look into its creation. According to Disney, the new show “will feature the latest in fireworks, pyrotechnics and projection technology, plus fresh animation, a new score and … Take A Behind the Scenes Look at the Making of ‘Happily Ever After’
Bayou Pirate Adventure Cruise Set to End March 30
The ‘Bayou Pirate Adventure’ cruise for children ages 4-12, which currently runs three days per week and sails from the Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Marina, is reportedly set to be discontinued at the end of this month. The cruise will drop its final anchor on Thursday, March 30, 2017. Other Pirate Adventures will remain … Bayou Pirate Adventure Cruise Set to End March 30
Animal Hospital and Veterinary Treatment Room in Rafiki’s Planet Watch Closed for Refurbishment until Mid-June
The Animal Hospital and Veterinary Treatment Room at Rafiki’s Planet Watch, which is typically able to be viewed by guests through an expansive glass window, has closed for refurbishment and is set to reopen in mid-June. Several enhancements are going to take place during the refurbishment, and after reopening, guests will have the ability to view procedures … Animal Hospital and Veterinary Treatment Room in Rafiki’s Planet Watch Closed for Refurbishment until Mid-June
Disney’s Water Parks to Test Virtual Queues at Select Attractions
Disney’s Water Parks will be conducting virtual line queue testing at both Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon from March 28 to April 7, 2017. Virtual queue systems will help facilitate guests’ ability to reserve their place in line for an attraction without actually waiting in the line, in turn providing more time for additional experiences. … Disney’s Water Parks to Test Virtual Queues at Select Attractions
Disney Employees Win Lawsuit Against Local Union in Orlando
Four Walt Disney World employees have won their case against Teamsters Local Union 385 in Orlando. The National Labor Relations Board case claimed that this union blocked these employees’ attempts to cancel their memberships. “At Disney, the Teamsters Local 385 is one of six organizations comprising the Service Trades Council Union. The Teamsters represent workers … Disney Employees Win Lawsuit Against Local Union in Orlando
Portobello Country Italian Trattoria Under Refurbishment Beginning April 23
Portobello Country Italian Trattoria at Disney Springs is set to go through refurbishment beginning on April 23. With participation from James Beard and Award-winning Chef Tony Mantuano, the reimagined restaurant will feature an authentic Italian concept including a family style menu along with craft Italian beers and wines. The location is expected to reopen this … Portobello Country Italian Trattoria Under Refurbishment Beginning April 23
