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Disney Planning Movie Based on ‘It’s a Small World’
Disney is ramping up a movie version of its venerable “It’s a Small World” theme park ride with Jon Turteltaub directing. Jared Stern is writing the script and will produce with Turteltaub and “The Lego Movie” producer Dan Lin. The ride was created by WED Enterprises and debuted at the New York World’s Fair in 1964. It was rebuilt after the fair, installed in Disneyland and now operates as a boat ride in five Disney parks. “It’s a Small World” features over 300 audio-animatronic dolls from all over the world singing the upbeat title song, which promotes peace and understanding. The song was written by Disney’s staff songwriters Robert S. Sherman and Richard…
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Randy Garfield Announces Retirement from The Walt Disney Company
Randy Garfield, president of the Walt Disney Travel Company and executive vice president, worldwide sales and travel operations at Disney Destinations, has announced his retirement, effective April 1.
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Disney’s Aladdin Opens on Broadway in February 2014
Disney's Aladdin, a new stage adaptation of the 1992 Academy Award-winning animated film musical, will open on Broadway March 20, 2014, at the New Amsterdam Theatre.
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Marvel’s Iron Man 3 2-Disc Blu-Ray Combo Pack Available September 24th!
Marvel’s “Iron Man 3,” launches on HD Digital 3D and HD Digital September 3, 2013, and on 3-Disc 3D Blu-ray Super Set, 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack with Digital Copy, 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD, SD Digital and On-Demand platforms September 24, 2013!