AUTHOR: Leah Zanolla
Angela Lansbury sings “Beauty and the Beast” to celebrate film’s 25th anniversary
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the release of Beauty and the Beast, the film was screened at Alice Tully Hall in New York. As a special part of the event, Angela Lansbury, who voiced Mrs. Potts, made an appearance and sang the film’s award-winning title song “Beauty and the Beast.” She was accompanied on … Angela Lansbury sings “Beauty and the Beast” to celebrate film’s 25th anniversary
Smoking location updates at Epcot
Following the lead of the Magic Kingdom, some areas where guests are allowed to smoke at Epcot have moved. There will no longer be smoking areas by Mexico, Morocco or the International Gateway and guests will instead be able to smoke in a new area in France. Existing areas between Norway and China, in … Smoking location updates at Epcot
Preview of “Doctor Strange” coming to Disney parks
Beginning October 7, a 10-minute sneak peek of the upcoming film Doctor Strange will be shown in the theater at One Man’s Dream in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. At Disneyland, guests will be able to see this preview at the Sunset Showcase Theater at Disney California Adventure. The storyline for the film follows the “world-famous neurosurgeon … Preview of “Doctor Strange” coming to Disney parks
Guest Relations testing new location in Tomorrowland
Guest Relations at the Magic Kingdom is testing a new location at the Tomorrowland Light and Power Co. at the exit of Space Mountain. This test location will be in place through the first week of October from 10:00am-7:00pm daily. Guests can use this location to make dining reservations; purchase tickets to special events; and … Guest Relations testing new location in Tomorrowland
Woody, Jessie, and Rafiki being replaced with the Muppets at the Magic Kingdom?
Rumors are showing up around the internet that the Disney characters Woody, Jessie, and Rafiki will be leaving the Magic Kingdom, with their last day set for October 1. Woody and Jessie currently greet guests near Splash Mountain in Frontierland (he can also be found near Toy Story Mania in Disney’s Hollywood Studios). Jessie does … Woody, Jessie, and Rafiki being replaced with the Muppets at the Magic Kingdom?
250 laid off from Disney’s consumer products and interactive media division
250 people have been laid off from the Walt Disney Co.’s recently combined consumer products and interactive media unit. This division is headquartered in Glendale, California and merged last summer. The layoffs affect 5% off the unit; many of the jobs had been made redundant by the merging of the two divisions. Video game staff … 250 laid off from Disney’s consumer products and interactive media division
Shark Reef at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon to close in October
Typhoon Lagoon’s Shark Reef will be closing next month, with its last day in operation scheduled for October 2. Shark Reef is a saltwater reef where guests can go snorkeling among fish, stingrays, and sharks. There is also an underwater viewing area as well. Shark Reef was an opening day attraction for Typhoon Lagoon when … Shark Reef at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon to close in October
Castaway Cay honored in Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards
Disney Cruise Line has been honored time and time again for excellence; this time, DCL’s private island Castaway Cay has been recognized! Castaway Cay was chosen as “Best Cruise Line Private Island” in the 2016 Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards. Members also listed Castaway Cay as the most highly-ranked island in all of the Caribbean. These … Castaway Cay honored in Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards
Turner Classic Movies discontinuing their popular TCM Classic Cruise
For the past six years, Turner Classic Movies has hosted the TCM Classic Cruise, giving guests the opportunity to sail with other film lovers, as well as meet some of their favorite stars. These popular sailings have taken place with Disney Cruise Line the past 4 years, but TCM has announced that the cruise taking place … Turner Classic Movies discontinuing their popular TCM Classic Cruise
Meet and greet with the Coca-Cola Polar Bear begins at Disney Springs
A meet and greet with the Coca-Cola Polar Bear will begin this week at Disney Springs’ Coca-Cola Store in the Town Center area. PhotoPass will be available, but guests are welcome to use their own cameras as well. The Disney Parks Blog says “guests should get ready to feel the chill of the artic when … Meet and greet with the Coca-Cola Polar Bear begins at Disney Springs
