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Report: Pixar Gets First Broadway Show!

Disney's Coco Broadway

It appears that Pixar Animation Studios will have one of its movies turned into a broadway show, becoming the latest Disney franchise to be adapted as a stage musical. The Walt Disney Company has already delivered a series of broadway hits adapted from its animated classics. Starting with Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the list of Disney Broadway shows has grown ...

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Will Smith Confirmed as Genie in ‘Aladdin’ Sequel After Controversial Oscars Slap

Aladdin Genie

In 2019, Walt Disney Studios released its latest animated-turned-live-action film, Aladdin. The film starred Mena Massoud as Aladdin, Naomi Scott as Jasmine, Marwan Kenzari as Jafar, and Will Smith as the Genie. Smith’s casting was a controversial choice, as Aladdin fans were worried that Smith wouldn’t be able to embrace the Genie as well as Robin Williams had. Williams voiced the ...

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Disney Prices Still Out of Reach for Families, Is Disney Listening?

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Guest woes with Disney World prices are not yet over. One family recently expressed concern about the increased prices and even considered holding off on buying tickets until they were reduced. Disney Parks have been touted and have been set up to be the epitome of the family-friendly Disney experience. With entertainment and dining options allowing Guests of all ages ...

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Florida Deputies Busted for Having Sex at Disney World On-Duty

Orange County Sheriff's Office Scandal

Two Orange County Sheriff Deputies were caught in a sexual relationship that included doing “the dirty deed” while on duty at Walt Disney World Resort. According to Orlando-area NBC affiliate WESH, Orange County Sheriff Deputy Skyelar Miller was found to be having intimate relationships with fellow deputy Angel Mendoza and then with her superior, Cpl. Robert Garner. Miller admitted that ...

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Check Out the Mouthwatering Menu For Disney’s New ‘Toy Story’ Restaurant!

Woody's Roundup Rodeo BBQ

On January 25, Disney finally announced the long-awaited opening date for a brand-new restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort — Woody’s Roundup Rodeo BBQ, which will be located in Toy Story Land! The new eatery will open on March 23 and will feature a number of barbecue classics, as well as more modern offerings. Woody’s Roundup ...

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Disney Announces Opening Date For Woody’s Roundup Rodeo BBQ!

Roundup Rodeo BBQ Hollywood Studios

Just about five years ago, Walt Disney World Resort brought Guests into the heart of one of its most popular Pixar movies — Toy Story. Toy Story Land opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2018, and Guests were able to ride not only Toy Story Mania!, but also Alien Swirling Saucers and Slinky Dog Dash, a fun and exciting roller coaster. ...

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You Won’t Believe Disney Cast Members’ Favorite Character!

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Disney Cast Members have spoken and have shared their favorite Disney character in this unique way for the Disney 100 celebration! The Walt Disney Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, and the Mouse House is pulling out all the stops for the celebration. With all kinds of unique celebrations starting right on January 1, down to the complete ...

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Three Key things to Know About Florida’s New Imagineering Campus

Disney Imagineering Campus Florida

Walt Disney Imagineering is coming to Florida. At least, eventually. Disney Fanatic has previously reported that the magic makers will be given a brand new campus on newly-purchased property in Central Florida around Lake Nona. Thousands of high-paying jobs from both Imagineering and Disney’s Theme Park divisions are expected to transfer over from California to the Sunshine State. But for ...

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Disney Guest Justifies Selling Her Kids’ “Little Souls” For VIP Tour Experience

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Disney has recently faced some criticism from the luxury high-end magazine called Town & Country in the form of an article by writer Danielle Stein Chizzik, but Chizzik also had some interesting insights when it came to the value of pricier Disney offerings that could enhance the customer experience! In the February 2023 issue of Town & Country, writer Chizzik described Walt ...

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Universal Calls Out Disney Fans For Selling Ridiculous Merchandise

Splash Mountain Universal

There are so many merchandise options when you visit a Disney theme park. Everything from home decor, clothing, toys, snacks, and more. When certain in-demand items are released, they quickly sell out and are posted on the sites like eBay for a lot more money. Heck, some Guests even try to make a profit off things Disney has given out ...

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