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Original Broadway Production of ‘Hamilton’ Coming to Disney Plus July 3

Disney has just announced that the filmed version of the original Broadway production of Hamilton, filmed live on stage at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, is coming exclusively to Disney+ on July 3rd. It’s only a matter of time… Our Hamilton film. THIS July 3rd. On Disney+.#Hamilfilm pic.twitter.com/cXTM949hRr — Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) May 12, 2020 The Original Broadway Production of ‘Hamilton’ Coming to Disney Plus July 3

Orlando International Airport Shares Travel Updates, Including Airline Face Mask Requirements

The Orlando International Airport (MCO) has shared several updates for travelers recently, including a look at new signage in the airport, changes to TSA’s liquids requirements, and a list of airlines currently requiring face coverings. According to a tweet from MCO today, the following airlines flying to and from the airport currently require face masks Orlando International Airport Shares Travel Updates, Including Airline Face Mask Requirements

Chapek on Shanghai Disneyland and Disney Springs’ Reopening; Believes Masks will Likely be Required in U.S. Parks

In a CNBC interview posted today, Disney CEO Bob Chapek shared his thoughts regarding the reopening of Shanghai Disneyland and any potential safety measures that could be seen in the stateside Disney parks. Chapek began the interview by explaining that Shanghai Disneyland is viewed as a “short book market,“ meaning that most of the tickets Chapek on Shanghai Disneyland and Disney Springs’ Reopening; Believes Masks will Likely be Required in U.S. Parks

Shanghai Disneyland Reopens After Several Months Amid Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

Shanghai Disneyland, the first Disney theme park in the world to reopen amid the worldwide Coronavirus pandemic, began welcoming guests on Sunday, May 11, 2020. The park has been closed since January. With permission from the Chinese authorities, the park reopened with the maximum number of guests limited to 30% capacity, or approximately 24,000 people Shanghai Disneyland Reopens After Several Months Amid Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

Shanghai Disneyland Vice President Gives Tour of New Safety Measures

Andrew Bolstein, Senior Vice President of Operations for Shanghai Disneyland, recently led media through the theme park, which will reopen to the public on May 11th. Bolstein discussed the screening process to get into the park, viewing areas for shows, attraction queues, and ride vehicles, plus dining locations and stores. < In some areas there Shanghai Disneyland Vice President Gives Tour of New Safety Measures

Walt Disney World No Longer Allowing Dining and Event Reservations for June

As of this morning, the Walt Disney World Resort website is no longer accepting dining reservations for June dates, with the exception of some locations in Disney Springs. Also unavailable are tickets for after hours events, dessert parties, and special experiences like Savi’s Workshop through the end of June. With Disney Springs reopening on May Walt Disney World No Longer Allowing Dining and Event Reservations for June

Walt Disney World Resort Only Accepting Hotel Reservations for Arrival July 1 or Later

The Walt Disney World Resort updated its website on Friday and is now only accepting hotel reservations for arrival dates of July 1 or later. Previously, the resort was allowing guests to book vacations for a June arrival. The “travel information” page on the Walt Disney World website that contains timely information regarding COVID-19 related Walt Disney World Resort Only Accepting Hotel Reservations for Arrival July 1 or Later