Month: July 2013
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The Walt Disney Studios Takes Fans Behind the Scenes at Disney’s D23 Expo, August 9-11
BURBANK, Calif. – July 29, 2013 – Exclusively at Disney’s D23 Expo August 9–11 at the Anaheim Convention Center, Disney fans are invited to explore the incredible roster of film, stage, and music projects on the horizon at The Walt Disney Studios, with a variety of panel discussions, sneak peeks, and exhibits. This year the…
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New Soundtracks To Be Released for Disneyland and Walt Disney World
This morning the Disney Parks Blog announced that albums for the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts will be released on August 20, 2013. These albums will compile some musical favorites from around both resorts to take the listener on a magical musical journey through their favorite Disney theme parks. Here are what the two…
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Star Wars Celebration VII Announced
Lucasfilm has officially announced the details for Star Wars Celebration VII. At the end of Star Wars Celebration Europe, it was announced that Star Wars Celebration VII will be held in Anaheim, California, from April 16-19, 2015. This will coincide with the opening of Star Wars: Episode VII and also will be near Disneyland which is…
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ABC TV Network Presents Exclusive Screenings and Q&As at D23 Expo 2013
Creators panel with Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz who will talk about their hit ABC series Once Upon A Time as well as their new series, Once Upon A Time In Wonderland, on August 10 Guests Can Board Captain Hook’s Jolly Roger on the D23 Expo Show Floor BURBANK, Calif. – July 24, 2013 –…
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D23 Expo App Now Available
D23, The Interactive Application Includes Schedule, Talent Bios, Trivia, Breaking News, and Much More About The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Burbank, Calif. – July 24, 2013: Guests attending the D23 Expo: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event are now able to download the free D23 Expo app from the iTunes and Google Play stores. This multi-layered application will…
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Harrod’s Disney Princess Dresses Make Their U.S. Debut at the D23 Expo
HARRODS’ DISNEY PRINCESS DRESSES MAKE THEIR U.S. DEBUT AT THE D23 EXPO IN TREASURES OF THE WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES Plus, New Panels on “The Lost Chords” and Mary Poppins Announced BURBANK, Calif. – July 22, 2013 – A stunning display of exclusive gowns inspired by Disney’s iconic Princesses will make their U.S. debut at the…
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Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Salutes U.S. Military with Special Tickets, Room Rates in 2013-2014
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. / ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 22, 2013) – Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and the Disneyland Resort in California are bursting with new attractions and entertainment for the entire family – and America’s military personnel can experience all the fun through special theme park tickets and special pricing for accommodations. At…
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Lazy Days of Summer: 12 Quiet Corners of Walt Disney World Theme Parks Let Guests Relax, Meditate, Smell the Roses
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – You can take a safari ride on the wild side across an African savanna, battle space aliens with a laser gun, “hang glide” over Yosemite National Park and narrowly escape Darth Vader’s wrath — all during action-packed visits to Walt Disney World theme parks. And if you need a place…
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Disney VoluntEARS Bring Music to Kids’ Summer Camp
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., July 18, 2013 – This summer, dozens of Central Florida students are bringing more music into their lives with support from a group of Disney Cast Members who are donating time in the classroom and raising funds onstage for more kids to experience the joy of performing The week-long musical summer camp is…
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Disney Twenty-Three’s Fall Issue Breaks the Ice with Disney’s Coolest Animated Film Ever-Frozen
DISNEY TWENTY-THREE’S FALL ISSUE BREAKS THE ICE WITH DISNEY’S COOLEST ANIMATED FILM EVER—FROZEN DELIVERED EXCLUSIVELY TO D23 GOLD MEMBERS, AUGUST 2013 Rarely Seen Photos from Walt Disney’s Personal Camera and a Look Inside Marty Sklar’s Home BURBANK, Calif. – July 19, 2013 – Disney twenty-three—the flagship magazine of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club—ushers in…
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Disneyland’s 58th Anniversary
On July 17, 2013, Disneyland celebrated its 58th anniversary, but the festivities really began two weeks ago. As part of Limited Time Magic, annual passholders had opportunity to watch presentations done by Stacia Martin. Running each Tuesday, they presentations were divided up by lands. The first presentation covered Adventureland and Frontierland. Next came Fantasyland and…
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D23 Presents Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives in Chicago
D23 PRESENTS TREASURES OF THE WALT DISNEY ARCHIVES, OPENING OCTOBER 16, 2013, AT THE MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY, CHICAGO 90 Years of Disney Imagination, Innovation and Entertainment Come to Chicago, Including Iconic Props, Costumes, Artwork and Artifacts from The Walt Disney Archives CHICAGO – July 18, 2013 – D23 Presents Treasures of the Walt…
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D23: The Official Disney Fan Club Launches “OFF THE MAP” Sweepstakes
D23 MEMBERS CAN GO “OFF THE MAP” AT DISNEYLAND New Sweepstakes Offers D23 Members the Chance to Unlock the Magic of The Happiest Place on Earth With a Once-In-a-Lifetime Tour BURBANK, Calif. – July 17, 2013 – In celebration of Disneyland’s 58th anniversary today, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club has launched the “Off the…
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runDISNEY D2.3 FUN RUN TO KICK OFF DISNEY’S D23 EXPO
Limited number of D23 Members to experience the magic of runDisney on run through Disney California Adventure LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla – July 16, 2013 – runDisney is excited to be at the start line of Disney’s D23 Expo and lead the way with the runDisney D2.3 Fun Run on Friday, August 9. A limited…
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Happy 58th Birthday Disneyland
“To all that come to this happy place: welcome. Disneyland is your land. Here age relives fond memories of the past, and here youth may savor the challenge and promise of the future. Disneyland is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that have created America… with hope that it will be…
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LIVE WELL Network Personalities to Entertain Crowds at D23 Expo 2013
Joey Fatone, Ali Vincent, and Ryan Scott set to appear on Center Stage August 9–11, then meet and greet fans at the Expo’s Talent Round-Up. Glendale, Calif. – July 16, 2013 — The Disney/ABC-Owned Live Well Network is excited to announce that three of its premiere personalities will be taking center stage at the D23 Expo…
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Disney CEO Bob Iger and John Lasseter to Open D23 Expo
D23 EXPO 2013 TO OPEN AUGUST 9 WITH WELCOME FROM DISNEY CEO BOB IGER FOLLOWED BY ANIMATION PRESENTATION HOSTED BY JOHN LASSETER THE WALT DISNEY STUDIOS RETURNS AUGUST 10 WITH LIVE ACTION PRESENTATION HOSTED BY STUDIO CHAIRMAN ALAN HORN Disney Studios Is Proud To Host Two Arena Presentations At D23 Expo 2013, Featuring Celebrity Appearances And Exclusive Sneak…
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IRON MAN 3 Blu-Ray Bonus Features Announced!
ALL-NEW “MARVEL ONE-SHOT: AGENT CARTER” FEATURED ON THIS YEAR’S #1 WORLDWIDE BOX OFFICE HIT ON 2-DISC BLU-RAY™ COMBO PACK MARVEL’S IRON MAN 3 Other bonus features include an exclusive look into Marvel’s “Thor: The Dark World,” behind-the-scenes featurette “Iron Man 3 Unmasked,” in which the film’s cast and crew offer a crash course in…
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Walt Disney World Resort at Holidaytime Unwraps Festive Traditions, Glistening Ice Castle and Seasonal Spectacles
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLA. – Disney elves blend yuletide traditions and Christmas cheer to create a wintry wonderland ready for holiday revelers at Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Cruise Line as early as November 8. Highlights: Magic Kingdom Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will have 19 magical nights from November 8-December 20. For a quarter…
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Applications Open for the 2014 Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine
Disney Dreamers Academy Celebrates its Seventh Year of Igniting Lives, Dreams and Passions LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Plans are underway for the 2014 Disney Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine. U.S. high school students ages 13-19 can apply to attend this innovative outside-the-classroom educational and mentoring program. Applications are now open and must be…
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C-A-L-I-F-O-R-N-I-A Letters Unveiled at 160th State Fair
For many years guests visiting Disney California Adventure would stop and pose in front of C-A-L-I-F-O-R-N-I-A Letters that stood in front of the entrance to Disney California Adventure. Many, who visited regularly, would have a favorite letter to pose with. With the massive renovation of Disney California Adventure, a new entrance was created. This new theme…
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Halloween, Disney Legends, & Saving Mr. Banks – DAPs Magic Disney News Update #17
Welcome to this week’s DAPs Magic Disney News Update. We give you the top headlines in about a minute with anchor Egon Bonkers. Here is a look at this week’s headlines in the DAPs Magic Disney News Update: Saving Mr. Banks Trailer: https://dapsmagic.com/2013/07/11/saving-mr-banks-trailer/ Ink & Paint Program Comes to Disneyland: https://dapsmagic.com/2013/07/11/ink-paint-program-comes-to-disneyland/ The Lone Ranger –…
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Disney Interactive Invites Fans to Play at Disney’s D23 Expo
DISNEY INTERACTIVE INVITES FANS TO PLAY, DISCOVER, AND EXPLORE THE FUTURE OF INTERACTIVE STORYTELLING AT DISNEY’S D23 EXPO, AUGUST 9–11, 2013 Division to offer sneak peek at un-announced projects, including Arena presentation with exclusive performances, reveals and D23 Disney Infinity giveaway BURBANK, Calif. – July 12, 2013 – Disney Interactive is inviting fans to experience the latest digital offerings…
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Saving Mr. Banks Trailer
A trailer for Saving Mr. Banks has been released offering Disney fans a first look at this much anticipated movie. In it, Emma Thompson plays P.L. Travers who created the Mary Poppins character and sto ries. She is flown to Los Angeles to be convinced by Walt Disney, played by Tom Hanks, that her Mary…