Back to the Future LIVE! – The Complete History of Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress Airs Tonight at 9PM
Tom Corless
It’s time to go back! Time travel with us at 9pm ET on April 7th at WDWNTunes.com or on YouTube, as WDWNT presents the complete history of a Walt Disney classic: the Carousel of Progress! This multimedia experience will include rare imagery, thoughtful insights, and more as we celebrate 45 years of our favorite time traveling …
VIDEO: Take a Virtual Tour of Walt Disney Imagineering’s Blaine Gibson Sculpture Studio in New Disney Parks Video Series
Jessica Figueroa
Walt Disney Imagineering is known for making the impossible possible. That’s why despite their offices (and the Disney Parks) being closed, they are opening up their headquarters for a full virtual tour! The next stop on our virtual tour of Walt Disney Imagineering is the Sculpture Studio. This hidden gem within our headquarters is one …
Disneynature’s “Dolphin Reef” and “Elephant” Original Soundtracks Now Available for Digital Purchase and Streaming
Matthew Soberman
If you’ve already enjoyed the new Disney+ Original Documentaries from Disneynature, Dolphin Reef and Elephant, you can now listen to the soundtracks for both films, now available for digital purchase and streaming. The Dolphin Reef soundtrack, composed by Steven Price (Gravity, Suicide Squad, Baby Driver), is available at digital retailers including Amazon.com and iTunes, and …
Food & Beverage Price Increases and Menu Changes Being Implemented at Walt Disney World Despite Closure
Jessica Figueroa
Despite the parks being closed indefinitely, internal changes to Food & Beverage continue as menus are constantly updated and prices are raised across Walt Disney World. Changes come in the form of the aforementioned price increases, albeit despite the usual $0.25 to $1.00 increases we typically see across the board from quarter to quarter, we’re …
TODAY on WDWNT LIVE: Join Eric for “The Wolfe Den” at 11:00 AM, Plus an All-New Back to the Future LIVE! on Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress at 9:00 PM
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to week two of quarantine in the weird world of post-Disney closures! The parks may be closed off for now, but we’re trying to bring you as much entertainment as possible, with daily lineups full of fun YouTube content. There’s a great, big, beautiful tomorrow… shining at the end of every day! And today, …
VIDEO: Disneyland Paris Fire & Rescue Cast Members Gather Outside Sleeping Beauty Castle to Applaud Medical Workers on World Health Day
Jessica Figueroa
It’s World Health Day, and all around the globe, Disney Parks are coming together to show their appreciation for the brave medical workers at the frontlines of this global pandemic. Over at Disneyland Paris, a floral arrangement of “Merci” was displayed in front of the castle, and a heartwarming new video shows a gathering of Disneyland Paris Fire …
PHOTOS: Disney Parks Around the Globe Offer Messages of Thanks and Appreciation for Medical Workers in Frontlines of COVID-19 Pandemic for World Health Day
Jessica Figueroa
Today marks World Health Day – a day traditionally honored by celebrating nurses, doctors and healthcare teams who work tirelessly to keep us all healthy. This year, these professionals are the front line of defense in a global pandemic, providing much needed care to communities around the world. In honor of World Health Day, Disney Parks …
Shanghai Disney Resort Celebrates World Health Day By Showing Gratitude To Medical Professionals
Staff Writer
When Shanghai Disney Resort temporarily closed on January 25th, Disney fans across the globe feared the worst, and for good reason. Shanghai Disney Resort was the first park to close its gates due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, followed by Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Tokyo Disney Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Paris, and Walt Disney World …
Bob Iger Suggests Temperature Screenings For Guests May Be Instituted When Disney Parks Reopen Following COVID-19 Pandemic
Jessica Figueroa
Disney Parks have been closed indefinitely for weeks now due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. While right now, the biggest question might be when the parks will reopen, there’s the inevitable follow-up question: What’s it going to be like when the parks do reopen? With social distancing guidelines in place and likely to be extended, …
Tokyo Disney Resort Will Likely Remain Closed Through At Least May 7th With New State of Emergency Declaration
Spencer Lloyd
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe declared a State of Emergency for 30 days in seven prefectures across Japan today over the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. This includes Chiba Prefecture, home to Tokyo Disney Resort, and grants more power to prefectural governments to stop the spread of the virus. The declaration lasts through May 6th. According …
DREAMFINDERS: Tiki Tony Talks the Influence of Disney on Tiki Culture
Staff Writer
If there is one cultural touchstone that Disney theme parks might have helped bring back from obscurity, it’s Tiki culture. While the Enchanted Tiki Room was in response to the burgeoning craze of the late 50’s early 60’s, when all the bars and rum joints closed down over the years, the Tiki Room kept the …
LISTEN: Ride Rehab Podcast’s “The Enchanted Country Bird Jamboree”
Staff Writer
It’s the unscrupulous episode you’ve been waiting for! On this episode of the Ride Rehab Podcast on WDWNT, Tyler and Thomas get demanded by the big guy upstairs to fix two of Disney’s biggest “problems”, The Enchanted Tiki Room in Adventureland and the Country Bear Jamboree in Frontierland. Our next episode is Adventureland! Be sure to …
See EPCOT Center Under Construction in 1980 With This Article From Orlando-land Magazine
Matthew Soberman
With Disney Parks around the world closed for the foreseeable future, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage parks materials for a look back into parks history! Today, we’re heading back to before the beginning of EPCOT Center with an 1980 article from Orlando-land magazine! Note: This article will detail the magazine piece page …
UPDATE: Erroneous 2021 Opening Date Redacted from “Journey of Water Inspired by Moana” EPCOT Serigraph Poster Listing on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
Journey of Water Inspired by Moana was officially announced just last year at the D23 Expo in Anaheim. As we first mentioned in our original Project Gamma post, the presence of a water maze area, known as Journey of Water, would be the final component of the reimagined EPCOT. A date embedded within this morning’s …
Essential Walt Disney World Cast Members Now Allowed to Wear Face Masks at Work During Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Jessica Figueroa
With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic shutting down most events and theme parks throughout the country indefinitely, Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort have announced that they will temporarily extend closures “until further notice” out of an abundance of caution for their Cast Members and guests. However, while essential Cast Members, like security guards, animal …
WDWNT: Nerd Alert – Season Six – Episode 11 Is Now Available
Joe Hogarty
In this episode: Who Did It Best? – Part 2! Many iconic heroes and villains have been portrayed by multiple actors for the same role and we tell you who are favorites are. Wild rumors swirling of Keanu Reeves joining the MCU. Marvel and DC are halting the production of new comics. We speak with …
VIDEO: New “At Home With Olaf” Animated Shorts Series Voiced by Josh Gad Debuts on YouTube
Jessica Figueroa
Walt Disney Animation Studios has created an all-new original animated content series featuring the beloved snowman Olaf (from Frozen) in 20 unique vignettes. Starting this week, enjoy an all-new original Disney Animation digital series voiced by Josh Gad (at home) and animated by Hyrum Osmond, the supervising animator of Olaf from the first Frozen film …
Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC at Disney Springs Now Offering Delivery via Postmates
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re looking to support local businesses while stocking up with tasty baked goods for your prolonged quarantine, Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC at Disney Springs is now offering delivery via Postmates, with a menu full of gluten-free, vegan, soy-free, and kosher treats ready to be delivered right to your doorstep. https://www.instagram.com/p/B-pcy7gA1lI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link As a reminder, Disney …
Disneyland Paris Reportedly Hosting Three Halloween Party Nights This Year
Jessica Figueroa
Things might be scary enough as it is right now, but if you were looking forward to party announcements from the Disney Parks, it seems Disneyland Paris is gearing up for one of its spookiest Halloweens yet. According to the DLP Report on Twitter, a new casting ad revealed that Disneyland Paris is planning on …
“Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway” Benefit Concert Airing on April 13 for COVID-19 Relief Fund
Staff Writer
Calling all Broadway fans! Last November, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS held the “Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway” benefit concert. It has been reported by TheaterMania that the foundation will be presenting a free broadcast of this production in order to raise money for the COVID-19 Relief Fund. The concert, which will be …
Disney Movie Insiders Temporarily Suspending Points Expiration For Account Inactivity During COVID-19 Pandemic
Jessica Figueroa
If you’re a member of Disney Movie Insiders (which, if you were registered for its predecessor, Disney Movie Rewards, your membership may have been automatically transferred), a recent update was released regarding points. In consideration of current circumstances, Disney Movie Insiders has temporarily suspended points expiration. Members will be informed when the points expiration policy …
VIDEO: The EPCOT JAMMitors Debut a Rockin’ Makeshift At-Home Performance During Extended Parks Closure
Jessica Figueroa
Back in the good old days of EPCOT (you know, back when there wasn’t massive construction blocking off the center of Future World and the Innoventions breezeways still existed), there was nothing like rope-dropping the park and being welcomed by the JAMMitors ready to get you pumped for an action-packed day. Since the parks are …
Walt Disney World Resort Emails Annual Passholders Regarding Pass Extensions and Partial Refunds Due to Extended Parks Closure
Jessica Figueroa
In light of the ongoing Disney Parks closures, Walt Disney World and Disneyland are permitting partial refunds and monthly payment plan holds for Annual Passholders. Walt Disney World Resort has since emailed their Annual Passholders with the following information: Active Walt Disney World Resort Annual Passes who have paid in full will be extended for the …
Disneyland Resort Emails Annual Passholders Regarding Pass Extensions and Partial Refunds Due to Extended Parks Closure
Jessica Figueroa
In light of the ongoing Disney Parks closures, Walt Disney World and Disneyland are permitting partial refunds and monthly payment plan holds for Annual Passholders. Disneyland has since emailed their Annual Passholders with the following information: Active Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders who have paid for their Passports in full will automatically have their Passport expiration …
Disney Cruise Line Cancels all Disney Wonder Sailings Through June Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Jessica Figueroa
Disney Cruise Line may have suspended all new departures through April 28, 2020, but up until today, the Disney Wonder had sailings that were scheduled to embark and/or debark in Vancouver beginning April 29. Due to recent regulations issued by the Canadian government not allowing any ship with more than 500 passengers to dock in any Canadian …
BREAKING: Disney Internships & Cultural Representative Programs Suspended Starting April 18 Due to COVID-19; Disney College Program June Arrivals Cancelled
Jessica Figueroa
Disney Internships & Programs has just announced that due to the ongoing COVID-19 closures, all Disney Internships, including the Cultural Representative Program, will be suspended temporarily starting April 18. Disney Internships & Programs plans on working with participants in the Cultural Representative Program to help them return home by April 17. Travel arrangements will be …
Journey of Water Inspired by Moana at EPCOT Reportedly Slated to Open in 2021
Jessica Figueroa
Journey of Water Inspired by Moana was officially announced just last year at the D23 Expo in Anaheim. As we first mentioned in our original Project Gamma post, the presence of a water maze area, known as Journey of Water, would be the final component of the reimagined EPCOT. This trail will consist of a …
VIDEO: Take a Virtual Ride on “it’s a small world” From Disney Parks Around the World
Jessica Figueroa
Travel the whole world in the time it takes to make your morning cup of coffee with the latest video in the Disney Magic Moments series, bringing a daily dose of Disney Parks magic to fans at home. In today’s video, we set sail on a virtual ride of “it’s a small world”, but not …
SHOP: New Limited Edition EPCOT The Living Seas, The Seas with Nemo & Friends, Journey of Water, and Turtle Talk Serigraph Posters Now Available on shopDisney
Jessica Figueroa
If you’ve been collecting the series of EPCOT attraction poster serigraphs that launched at last year’s D23 Expo, get ready to journey on over to The Seas with an epic lineup of posters just released on shopDisney this morning. From Journey of Water, The Seas with Nemo & Friends, Turtle Talk with Crush, and even the …
Kevin Smith Reveals He Worked on Abandoned “Kingdom Keepers” Series for Disney+
Matthew Soberman
For years, readers have enjoyed Ridley Pearson’s “Kingdom Keepers” book series, but it doesn’t look like we’ll see the adventures coming to Disney+ anytime soon, even with the involvement of filmmaker Kevin Smith. In a series of posts on Twitter, Smith revealed that he was working on a series based on the books, which follows …
VIDEO: Watch Incredible Homemade Disney Attraction Pre-Shows Including Guardians of the Galaxy, Tower of Terror, MuppetVision 3-D, Soarin’, and More!
Staff Writer
A few weeks ago, we ran a call for homemade attraction pre-shows, which allowed Disney fans around the world to submit their very own versions of their favorite pre-shows. On this week’s episode of WDW News Tonight, we were able to watch some of our top favorite entries. Here, we have compiled a list of …
New Kylo Ren, Princess Leia, and More Star Wars Character Outfits Now Available on Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Shannen Ace
Animal Crossing: New Horizons has been keeping people entertained during self-isolation, and some users have gotten especially creative with the tool that allows you to design your own outfits. These outfits can then be shared using a code with other users, so people around the world have been dressing up as some of their favorite …
DISNEY+ REVIEW: Disney’s “Tall Tale” on Deep in the Plus
Rob Whiteside
Welcome to Deep in the Plus, where each week, we go deep into some of the gems in the Disney+ vault. So this week, we have a really overlooked movie – Tall Tale. Released in 1995, Tall Tale is a movie where legendary American folk heroes come to life! 12-year-old Daniel Hackett (played by Nick Stahl) embarks …
Find Adventure in Disneyland’s Past With This 1957 Tom Sawyer Island Map
Matthew Soberman
With Disney Parks around the world closed for the foreseeable future, WDWNT is dipping into our archives of vintage parks materials for a look back into parks history! Let’s head to Disneyland’s Frontierland in 1957 and explore Tom Sawyer Island just a year after it opened with this map! Note: This article will detail the map …
Celebrate 25 Years of “A Goofy Movie” With A D23 Virtual Watch Party and More Fun Activities All Week Long
Jessica Figueroa
From Lester’s Possum Park to Powerline in concert, join D23 the week of April 5-10 for a virtual road trip to celebrate this fan-favorite! Originally slated as a set of events across the nation for the “On the Open Roadshow”, the full schedule has been converted to a series of fun, online events for everyone …
38 Disney Cruise Line Crew Members Reportedly Test Positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Jessica Figueroa
Besides the parks, the cruise line industry has taken a huge hit with the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, with many spring break sailings cancelled or otherwise impacted. Now, news has surfaced regarding one of the cruise line’s last sailings before the COVID-19 shutdown, as 38 crew members have now tested positive for the virus. According …
RECIPE: Make Your Own Cinnamon Churro Bites, Inspired by the Classic Disney Parks Treat
Jessica Figueroa
Disney Parks may be temporarily closed, but you can still enjoy a delicious Disney churro – because you can make them yourself at home! Disney has shared this classic recipe is inspired by the delicious snack that can be found at all of the Disney parks across the globe. The recipe serves four people and …
PHOTOS: Latest Progress on Remodeled McDonald’s Near Disney’s All-Star Resorts at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Given the ongoing pandemic and the fact that it’s been weeks since the parks closed indefinitely, I’d give anything for the chance to actually eat at a McDonald’s instead of chowing down on rubbery, cold McNuggets while wistfully staring out of a window at the vacant outside world. Thankfully, work on the only remaining McDonald’s on …
TODAY on WDWNT LIVE: Join Us On a Quest! – “Onward” Disney+ Watch Along, Plus The Debut of “Pressing Issues” Tonight!
Jessica Figueroa
Welcome to week two of quarantine in the weird world of post-Disney closures! The parks may be closed off for now, but we’re trying to bring you as much entertainment as possible, with daily lineups full of fun YouTube content. Today starting at 11:00 AM, revv up your remote control and put it in “O” for …
WDWNT Weekly Recap: Disney Buys More Land, Cast Member Furloughs and Executive Pay Cuts, Annual Pass Refunds, Fun Things To Do During Quarantine, and More!
Staff Writer
Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from March 30 – April 5! If you have been following our news coverage over the …
