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Interview with Don Iwerks-Author of “Walt Disney’s Ultimate Inventor: The Genius of Ub Iwerks…
It is not often that a writer has the opportunity to report on a ground-breaking story, but for this writer, that dream has come to fruition. I was contacted by Don’s PR representative to review perhaps one of the most important books on Disney history written, and to interview Don. I have loved Disney and its history since childhood, and have been blessed with writing about, and covering Disney press events for 15 years. So much Disney history is being lost to the sands of time. Sadly, as the years go by, another person intimately involved with the Company is gone, and so many who…
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Walt Disney’s 1941 “Dumbo”…
Here is the first Disney Classic that has been rebooted from animation to live actors, and photo-realistically computer generated images. Following this re-imagined film was Disney’s “Aladdin” premiering on May 24th, the “Lion King”, opening on June 6th in Hollywood, and the classic “Lady and the Tramp” which debuted on November 12th of this year. These “Reboots” if you will, are done in classic Disney fashion, beautiful scenery, talented actors and a Walt approved storyline. Walt always wanted to stay away from sequels, or remakes. His philosophy was “Been there, done that” and wanted to move on to newer material. …
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Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Pass Is Perfect for Happy Haunting this Year at Walt Disney World Resort
For the 2019 not-so-spooky season, Walt Disney World Resort is introducing the new Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Pass, giving families the opportunity to experience Mickey’s-Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom Park for up to 35 nights. For these passholders, this means more of everything they love about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party – more nights, more special attractions and entertainment, more eerie experiences, more sweets and more family fun than any trick-or-treater could possibly imagine. For $299 per adult (plus tax) or $284 (plus tax) for children, Disney guests can get in the “spirit” of this bewitching season more than ever. Note: This pass is not valid for admission on Oct.…
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NBA Experience Grand Opening Is a Slam Dunk at Walt Disney World Resort
It was a championship-worthy celebration Monday morning at Disney Springs for the grand opening of NBA Experience. Amid cheering fans and celebrity guests, Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger unveiled the first-of-its-kind destination, joined onstage by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and several current and former NBA and WNBA players. “NBA Experience lets everybody who loves the game, live it,” said Bob Iger, chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company. “We’re excited to open the doors to a fun and unique experience for fans of all ages.” Those in attendance Monday were treated to a buoyant atmosphere reminiscent of a basketball arena, complete with a DJ, T-shirt tosses, fan-cam and…