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Hollywood Studios Adds Even More Star Wars with a New Show Character and Fireworks Effects

Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away, the stage show that takes place several times daily on the Center Stage of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, has officially added Rey to their lineup alongside BB-8, Chewbacca, and other favorite Star Wars characters. Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular, the nighttime fireworks show, has recently seen an update as … Hollywood Studios Adds Even More Star Wars with a New Show Character and Fireworks Effects

Judge Says Outsourcing Lawsuit Against Disney Does Not Meet Class-Action Standards

30 former information technology employees filed a lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts in December; the workers claim they were required to train their Indian replacements before losing employment. Last week, U.S. Magistrate Judge Thomas Smith recommended that the workers be denied class-action status. Sara Blackwell, a Sarasota attorney and one of the representatives … Judge Says Outsourcing Lawsuit Against Disney Does Not Meet Class-Action Standards

Disneyland Releases a Closer Look at Splitsville Luxury Lanes

Disneyland and the Disney Parks Blog have released more details about the Splitsville Luxury Lanes location that’s set to open in Downtown Disney this winter. The 40,000-square-foot multi-use space will feature floor-to-ceiling windows and will “fuse modern and retro elements.” The space will also includes a large patio overlooking Downtown Disney. Splitsville will include 20 … Disneyland Releases a Closer Look at Splitsville Luxury Lanes

Disney XD Plans ‘Herbie’ Reboot; Spider-Man Takes Over Disney XD Channels in UK and Ireland

Viewers of Disney XD have a few more things to look forward to, on both sides of the Atlantic. Plans for a remake of the beloved family-friendly Volkswagen Beetle, Herbie, are currently in development. Not just that, but leading up to the release of Spider-Man: Homecoming, Disney XD is going to flood their channels in … Disney XD Plans ‘Herbie’ Reboot; Spider-Man Takes Over Disney XD Channels in UK and Ireland

BREAKING: Guests Can Now Book 2017 Candlelight Processional Dining Packages

The Candlelight Processional is the beautiful telling of the story of Christmas that comes to Epcot each year. One of the best ways to guarantee seating for this magnificent show is to book a Candlelight Processional Dining Package and we’re happy to report that those can now be booked for dates between November 24 and December … BREAKING: Guests Can Now Book 2017 Candlelight Processional Dining Packages

BREAKING: Massive Changes Coming to Pirates of the Caribbean in the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland

A recent Disney Parks Blog article about changes coming to Pirates of the Caribbean in Disneyland Paris also mentioned changes to Pirates of the Caribbean in the Disneyland Park and the Magic Kingdom. The artist rendering shows massive changes to the iconic auction scene. Instead of the pirates auctioning off women (i.e. “We wants the … BREAKING: Massive Changes Coming to Pirates of the Caribbean in the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland

‘The Chew’ Will Be Taping at the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Once Again

ABC’s The Chew will be returning to Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival in October. This is the show’s third year at the festival, where they will focus their culinary camerawork on segments related to the Walt Disney World Resort. The festival at Epcot is a record 75 days long this year, taking place from August … ‘The Chew’ Will Be Taping at the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Once Again

Full List of Pleasure Island Throwback Thursday Drinks Released

Earlier this week, the DIS reported that Dockside Margaritas in Disney Springs was bringing back iconic Pleasure Island cocktails. Now we’ve received the full list of drinks that will be offered! The drinks are available every day, but Thursday features special $9.00 “Throwback Thursday” pricing. It is currently unknown what the pricing will be on … Full List of Pleasure Island Throwback Thursday Drinks Released