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Epcot’s Candlelight Processional Adds Kurt Russell, Laurie Hernandez, Ana Gasteyer, and Jodi Benson to Its Roster

The holidays are fast approaching, and that means the return of the Candlelight Processional at the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays. Thanks to an announcement by the Disney Parks Blog, we now have the last four names to complete the list of celebrity narrators this year. Disney Legend and film icon Kurt Russell will … Epcot’s Candlelight Processional Adds Kurt Russell, Laurie Hernandez, Ana Gasteyer, and Jodi Benson to Its Roster

Layoffs Begin at Disney-ABC Television Group

As expected, layoffs began today at the Disney-ABC Television Group, affecting employees at ABC Entertainment, ABC Studios, Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior, and Freeform. Affected employees were notified this morning and although a 10% cut in employees was expected, according to Variety, the layoffs will be significantly lower. The cost-cutting measure also shouldn’t have … Layoffs Begin at Disney-ABC Television Group

‘Dancing With the Stars’ Reveals Music Lineup for Their Annual Disney Night

It has now become an annual tradition for ABC’s hit program Dancing With the Stars to have a Disney Night, where the professional dancers and their celebrity partners dance to classic Disney songs. This year promises music from The Muppets Movie, Moana, and even the 1928 animated short Steamboat Willie! The special Disney Night on … ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Reveals Music Lineup for Their Annual Disney Night

Club Mickey Mouse Releases New Track for National Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and in honor of the occasion Club Mickey Mouse has released a new song titled “Be OK.” The musical feature stresses the importance of silver linings to life’s rough patches, and that with the support of friends anything can be overcome. The video stars Australian vocalist Ky Baldwin, songwriter … Club Mickey Mouse Releases New Track for National Bullying Prevention Month

Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto to Open New Restaurants Near Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto, a Japanese master chef known for his innovative and signature style of cuisine, is set to open two restaurants approximately 30 miles from Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa. Morimoto Asia Waikiki is set to open this winter while Momosan Waikiki has 2018 set as their target opening. “I look forward … Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto to Open New Restaurants Near Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Applications for Disney Dreamers Academy Being Accepted Through Oct. 31

High School students wishing to participate in the 2018 Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence have until October 31 to apply for the innovative, outside-the-classroom, mentoring program that takes place in March at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Those accepted into the program will experience a once-in-a-lifetime career-inspiring weekend. Disney Dreamers Academy … Applications for Disney Dreamers Academy Being Accepted Through Oct. 31