Disney Parks Withdrawal Disney+ Movie Playlist: Part 2 – EPCOT
Matthew Soberman
As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic keeps the Disney Parks closed, we’re creating a list of films and television shows on Disney+ that we feel remind us of the parks we love, and today, we’re taking a cinematic tour through EPCOT! What is it about EPCOT that makes it so special? Is it the fact that …
Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ and Splitsville Terminate All Employees Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Closures at Disney Springs
Jessica Figueroa
UPDATE: A representative from Homecomin’ has reached out with this additional information: “In addition to their final checks, the company will continue to pay health insurance for employees who have elected to participate through April 30, 2020. In addition, we are working on a plan to provide daily staff meals. Employees will be paid for …
New My Disney Experience App Update Suggests Expanded Use of Virtual Queues at Walt Disney World
Jessica Figueroa
Here at WDWNT, we’ve been tracking the distribution of Boarding Groups for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance since the ride debuted here at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and then again after it opened in Disneyland. Recently, we saw the integration of new “My Queues” menus rolled out throughout the Disneyland App, with potential for the …
Walt Disney Company Hits Hard Times, Warns That Coronavirus Makes Predicting Future Performance Tough
Jessica Figueroa
With reports arising about deep financial losses and even a potential extension of current park closures, things are looking more and more volatile for The Walt Disney Company, and a new statement released by the company to the Securities and Exchange Commission today confirms that the company has in fact hit hard times due to …
PHOTOS: Cinderella Castle Construction Wrapping Up at Tokyo Disneyland (3/18/20)
Spencer Lloyd
While construction at Walt Disney World has ground to a halt due to the COVID-19 closure, things have remained in full swing at Tokyo Disney Resort! Our Cinderella Castle refurbishment, ongoing since October, will finish up on April 7th. This is ideally around when the resort will reopen (although no date has been confirmed yet). …
ParksCenter – March Madness 2020 – Round 1 Recap – Ep. 93
Ben
This is ParksCenter. We cover the top news stories from this week in Disney Parks news in 30 minutes. Join us this week as we talk about what’s coming up in WDWNT’s March Madness bracket. With round 1 in the books, we’ll go over all the surprises round 1 gave us – from match results …
VIDEO: Celebrate 53 Years of Pirates of the Caribbean with a FULL History of the Classic Attraction, Plus a Prop & Memorabilia Tour, and More!
Jessica Figueroa
You could say we’ve been navigating some rough waters lately, but that’s no reason to miss the anniversary of one of our favorite iconic attractions: Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean. Having opened on March 18, 1967, Pirates of the Caribbean in Disneyland was the last attraction that Walt Disney himself participated in designing. The attraction …
Celebrating 53 Years of Pirates of the Caribbean with 53 Fun Facts
Jessica Figueroa
Editor’s Note: You could say we’ve been navigating some rough waters lately, but that’s no reason to miss the anniversary of one of our favorite iconic attractions: Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean. Having opened on March 18, 1967, Pirates of the Caribbean in Disneyland was the last attraction that Walt Disney himself participated in designing. …
DISNEY+ REVIEW: “Kim Possible” on Deep in the Plus
Rob Whiteside
Welcome back to another edition of Deep in the Plus! Each week, we go deep into the Disney+ catalog and pull out a little that you might have overlooked, and we tell you if we think it’s worth your time. So, here’s the sitch! This week, we’re talking about our first series, Kim Possible! Kim …
TONIGHT: ParksCenter – March Madness 2020 – Round 1 Recap – Ep. 93
Ben
Tonight, March 18th at 9pm Eastern, will be the next edition of WDWNT’s ParksCenter! We’re going to cover the top news stories from this week in Disney Parks news in 30 minutes. Want to watch us record the show live? Tune in tonight at 9pm Eastern on WDWNTunes! Join us this week as we talk …
New Disneyland Resort Hotel Offer Hints at Mid-April Reopening Date After Coronavirus (COVID-19) Closure
Jessica Figueroa
We’re currently on day five of life in the post-Disneyland closure era, and we’re already turning to obscure Disney Channel movies to keep us entertained in the meantime. Whether you’re stuck working from home or among the brave service workers that are bringing us medical care, food, and other necessities during these trying times, you’re …
Aulani Remains Open During Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic, Waives Change Fees, Reveals Virus Mitigation Protocols
Matthew Soberman
While the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has shuttered nearly every Disney resort worldwide, one has decided to remain open. Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii, has revealed that it remains open during the epidemic, with extra precautions taken to mitigate the spread of the disease. In addition, Disney has waived the change …
Attraction Spotlight: Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean and a Farewell Look at The Redhead Auction Scene
Jessica Figueroa
Editor’s Note: You could say we’ve been navigating some rough waters lately, but that’s no reason to miss the anniversary of one of our favorite iconic attractions: Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean. Having opened on March 18, 1967, Pirates of the Caribbean in Disneyland was the last attraction that Walt Disney himself participated in designing. …
PHOTO REPORT: EPCOT Area Resorts 3/17/20 (Crowds and Activities Around the Resort Before Closure Due to COVID-19)
Annie Wilson
The Walt Disney World Resort has been slowly shutting down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. First, the parks closed. Then, Disney Springs. Now, there are just a few days left for guests staying at the resorts to make arrangements to get back home. This isn’t an ideal situation for anyone, but many guests are choosing …
“A Celebration of the Music from Coco” Concert Experience Premieres on Disney+ Friday, April 10th; Official Trailer Released
Jessica Figueroa
Along with the slew of other new releases coming to Disney+ in April, you won’t want to miss out on an inside look at the musical production of “Coco: A Live-to-Film Concert Experience”, performed at the historic Hollywood Bowl, coming to Disney+ on April 10. “A Celebration of the Music from Coco,” is the reimagined live-to-film …
Every New Release Coming to Disney+ in April: Classic 1950’s “Man in Space” and “Mars and Beyond” Disneyland Specials; Every Disneynature Film; Ahsoka Returns to Clone Wars, and More!
Jessica Figueroa
In these dire times, we need Disney+ now more than ever. Because of that, we’re bringing you a full list of all of the new arrivals coming to Disney+ this next month in April! Can’t wait until then? Miss the parks dearly? Check out our first in a six-part series of “Disney Parks Withdrawal Disney+ …
Walt Disney World Now Projected to Remain Closed Through Mid-April Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Concerns
Jessica Figueroa
We’re currently on day three of life in the post-Walt Disney World closure era, and we’re already turning to obscure Disney Channel movies to keep us entertained in the meantime. Whether you’re stuck working from home or among the brave service workers that are bringing us medical care, food, and other necessities during these trying …
Disney Parks Withdrawal Disney+ Movie Playlist: Part 1 – Magic Kingdom
Matthew Soberman
For Disney Parks fans, it’s been a rough week. All six Disney Parks across America are closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, with everyone being urged to stay at home. I don’t know about the rest of you, but I’m already craving a Dole Whip right about now. It’s tough to not be able …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Pop Century and Art of Animation Resorts (Day Two of Closure For COVID-19)
Staff Writer
As all onsite resorts at Walt Disney World prepare to close for health concerns over COVID-19, guests are heading home early from their vacations. Here are some photos from two resorts in the Wide World of Sports Resort Area so you can see what the area looked like leading up to this week’s closure. First …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney California Adventure 3/13/20 – Last Day of Operation Before Temporary COVID-19 Closure
Staff Writer
As a result of the growing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Disneyland Resort, including Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, closed to guests the morning of March 14. For the final day of operation, we headed over to the parks. While not much was going on in Disney California Adventure, it was an emotional visit. Esplanade The weather …
Closure of Disneyland Resort Due to COVID-19 to Represent $400 Million Loss for Southern California
Jessica Figueroa
Every year, guests flock to Anaheim to experience the little park that started it all: Disneyland. But with Disneyland Resort now closed due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that is currently sweeping the nation, things have gotten pretty quiet throughout Anaheim, if not all of Southern California. In a fascinating new article by the …
Tokyo Disney Resort Releasing “It’s Very Minnie”, “Fantasmic”, and More on YouTube for Limited Time
Spencer Lloyd
Despite all the sad news coming from Disney Parks worldwide, it seems the Oriental Land Company is giving us a bit of relief today! Since Tokyo Disney Resort closed due to COVID-19 ahead of some scheduled entertainment conclusions, official videos of certain shows will be released on YouTube through April 30th! Starting March 19th, It’s Very …
VIDEO: Learn How to Play “Nothing Can Stop Us Now” from Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway!
Staff Writer
Since its opening, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, the newest ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, has left many guests humming its joyful and plucky theme song – “Nothing Can Stop Us Now.” The track was also released through music streaming services such as Spotify and iTunes and has become a hit among theme park fans. …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Magic Kingdom Resorts (Day One of Park Closure For COVID-19)
Staff Writer
Today marks the first day of the closure of every Disney theme park across the globe. Following an announcement from the CDC regarding lengthening the suggested cancelation of events with 50 or more participants, Disney announced that they would be closing their resort hotels and Disney Springs this week, which were originally slated to stay …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 3/16/20 (Crowds and Preparations Before Closure for COVID-19)
Annie Wilson
Yesterday, we said our farewells to the Walt Disney World parks. Disney Springs is now closed and the resorts will follow on March 20 to allow guests time to make other arrangements. Originally, Disney Springs and the resorts were to stay open, but things have changed and we has to say our good-byes yesterday: Upon …
VIDEO: Watch As Artemis Is Brought To Life In This New Featurette For Disney’s “Artemis Fowl”
Joe Hogarty
In this new featurette for “Artemis Fowl”, director Kenneth Branagh and author Eoin Colfer discuss how they worked together to bring Artemis Fowl to life. Disney’s “Artemis Fowl” opens in theaters on May 29th. Disney’s “Artemis Fowl,” based on the beloved book by Eoin Colfer, is a fantastical, spellbinding adventure that follows the journey of …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: The British Revolution Ends A Rockin’ Run at the UK Pavilion in EPCOT
Staff Writer
“We Will, We Will, Rock You!” and British Revolution absolutely did. British Revolution rocked their last set at the back of the United Kingdom Pavilion inside EPCOT’s World Showcase on Sunday. With over 11,000 shows inside the pavilion since their inception in 2011, the classic rock cover band provided fun times for those that wanted …
New Disneyland App Update Suggests Expanded Use of Virtual Queues at Disney Parks
Jessica Figueroa
Here at WDWNT, we’ve been tracking the distribution of Boarding Groups for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance since the ride debuted here at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and then again after it opened in Disneyland. Today, we noticed some tinkering with the Boarding Group system, and as was first reported by Twitter user @Hastin, it …
“Drawn to Life” by Cirque Du Soleil at Disney Springs Suspended and Postponed Indefinitely Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Concerns
Jessica Figueroa
Cirque Du Soleil has officially suspended and postponed both of their “Drawn to Life” premieres at Disney Springs indefinitely due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns. As it stands, all Disney owned-and-operated stores and restaurants have now closed at Disney Springs, with select independent vendors still open with adjusted hours or “To-go” models in the case of …
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Remains Open; Shifting Operations to Swan Wing Due To Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Concerns
Staff Writer
While currently, all Walt Disney World run hotels are set to close this Friday (if not sooner) due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns, we received news that the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort wing will be closing its doors for the foreseeable future. The remaining guests at the hotel are being moved to the resort’s sister hotel, …
Landry’s Restaurants Reportedly Laying Off All Employees; Rainforest Cafe in Disney Springs Now Closed Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Jessica Figueroa
Due to the ongoing closures related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic across the nation and at Walt Disney World Resort, new reports from Landry’s Restaurants employees, which includes Rainforest Cafe and T-REX Cafe in Disney Springs, plus the Rainforest Cafe and Yak & Yeti in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, state that all employees are being furloughed. …
Marvel’s “Black Widow” Release Postponed Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Shannen Ace
With growing concerns about the spread of coronavirus, Disney has decided to delay the release of the highly-anticipated “Black Widow” film, which was slated to hit movie theaters May 1, 2020. Less than a week ago, Disney postponed “Mulan”, “The New Mutants”, and “Antlers” which were all scheduled for release in March and April. The …
BREAKING: All Construction Ceased Across Walt Disney World Resort Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Concerns
Jessica Figueroa
With the entirety of the Walt Disney World Resort effectively shutting down by the end of this week due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic concerns, many were wondering what would happen to the various ongoing construction projects throughout the parks and resorts. Well, it appears that all construction operations have come to a halt in light …
PHOTOS: Disney Reveals Sneak Peek at “it’s a small world” Collection for the “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction” April Release
Jessica Figueroa
shopDisney has offered up a sneak peek at the merchandise being released in April as part of “Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction”. As far as the March release is concerned, with Disney Stores now closed, the collection is set to be available via shopDisney this weekend… but for now, let’s take in the upcoming “it’s …
Select Walt Disney World Resorts Closing Early; Restricting Access to Non-Guests Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Concerns
Jessica Figueroa
While Walt Disney Resorts are officially closing this Friday, March 20, at 5:00 PM, it seems the resorts are taking measures to close ahead of that deadline out of concern for the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. According to front desk Cast Members, select hotels are closing down early for extensive cleaning and sanitation on a …
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort in South Carolina Temporarily Closing Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Concerns
Jessica Figueroa
With all of the Disney Vacation Club Resorts at Walt Disney World closing on Friday, it seems the previously-unaffected Hilton Head Island Resort has also joined in on the COVID-19 induced closures. The resort will close this Friday at 5:00 PM, giving current guests time to arrange emergency travel back home. Yesterday, DVC released an …
Sight Line Balloons Spotted Above Tokyo Disney Resort Backstage Area
Spencer Lloyd
While Tokyo Disney Resort (like every other Disney resort) remains closed due to the COVID-19 outbreak, things still appear to be underway backstage. Case in point, this morning several sight line balloons were spotted above the Oriental Land Company backstage area. Twitter user oma__35 was able to share a photo from the Disney Resort Line …
PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Animal Kingdom 3/15/20 (Final Night Before COVID-19 Closure, Tree of Life, Pandora – The World of Avatar, and More)
Kevin Lake
Good evening from Disney’s Animal Kingdom! It is, sadly, the last night the park will be open for quite some time due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) precautions. With its 8:00pm closing time, the park will be the first of the Florida parks to close – the final four that were open worldwide. It is certainly an …
Analyst Claims Apple Could Acquire The Walt Disney Company in Volatile Stock Market
Matthew Soberman
With The Walt Disney Company taking some major hits in the last week due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, an analyst has suggested that the time may be right for Apple to acquire the company. According to The Hollywood Reporter‘s Georg Szalai, Rosenblatt Securities analyst Bernie McTernan claimed in a research report released on Friday …
PHOTOS: Aerial Images of a Empty Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and More as Walt Disney World Closes Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Jessica Figueroa
Today marks a historical day at Walt Disney World, as guests and fans alike awoke to fully closed parks all across the resort, from Magic Kingdom, to EPCOT, to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We did our best to cover what was accessible on the ground––mainly just the monorail resorts this morning, as …
