Lisa Stump 
The Disney Careers site has posted a casting call for a Bruno look-alike performer to fill a position in Walt Disney World. Bruno Madrigal Casting Call A new posting for a look-alike performer has been posted by Disney. They are seeking an actor to portray Bruno from Disney’s “Encanto.” Take a look at the official … Read more
D23 is celebrating the 60th anniversary of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room with a new Gold Member exclusive pin. Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room Pin Inspired by the iconic attraction, D23 has released a new pin for Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room available for a limited time to Gold Members only. The pin is bright … Read more
New pieces for the Disney100 Decades Collection have arrived at Big Top Souvenirs in Magic Kingdom and on shopDisney. It’s time to get groovy with this 1960s set featuring classic characters and art styles from “101 Dalmatians,” “The Jungle Book,” and “The Sword in the Stone.” ‘The Jungle Book’ Ear Headband – $39.99 First up, … Read more
The Disney100 1970s Decades Collection has been teased with a July 17 release announced for shopDisney and merchandise locations within the parks. 1970s Disney100 Decades Collection The sneak peek at one of the upcoming available merchandise pieces is a Loungefly mini-backpack featuring The Muppets. It has yellow fringes on a side pocket and a colorful, … Read more
Blue tarps have been added to many of the window openings at the Disney Vacation Club construction site in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, along with another story being stacked onto the complex. Disney Vacation Club Construction at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort The Florida sun shines down, casting long shadows from the crane and hotel structure … Read more
Give Kids the World is loaning Trixie the Triceratops, the life-like dinosaur model they currently have in their Village to Universal Studios Florida. The sleepy dinosaur will be lounging near the Tribute Store in the park as part of the themed shop’s special display. Give Kids the World Loans Universal Studios Florida a Special Prop … Read more
“The Lion King” may become the next “Star Wars”-level epic saga from Disney, according to the President of Walt Disney Pictures Sean Bailey. ‘The Lion King’ Could be the Next Epic Story Universe Setting From Disney “The Lion King” could become a majorly utilized story universe within Disney intellectual properties, according to the President of … Read more
The Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-Pendous! is currently closed for refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. The Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-Pendous! Closed for Refurbishment The Circus McGurkus Café Stoo-Pendous! is currently closed for refurbishment, with no reopening date yet announced on Universal’s official site. We spoke with a Team Member about the renovations, and they were … Read more
Two new D23 Gold Member-exclusive “Mulan” collectible items will be available to purchase beginning next week on shopDisney. New Collectibles Celebrate 25 Years of ‘Mulan’ With the 25th anniversary of Disney’s “Mulan” occurring this month, D23 is releasing a limited edition pin and medallion for the occasion. Since its theatrical release in 1998, ‘Mulan’ has … Read more
Work on the Downtown Disney District overhaul at Disneyland Resort is now anticipated to be completed by Thanksgiving next year. Construction is now underway on the lot formerly belonging to the AMC Theatre, facing the direction of the Disneyland Hotel in the image above. Downtown Disney Construction Going Vertical Construction has finally started in the … Read more
Nearly 1.44 million Canadians visited Florida during just the first three months of 2023, according to tourism industry experts. Canadians Return to Nearly Pre-Pandemic Visitation Levels in the Sunshine State Visit Florida reported Tuesday that the state brought in nearly 1.44 million Canadian tourists during the first quarter of 2023, according to the Orlando Sentinel. … Read more
Upper Deck has filed a lawsuit against the Disney Lorcana developers, including Ravensburger and former Upper Deck game designer Ryan Miller as the primary targets of the suit. Lawsuit Filed Against Ravensburger and Former Upper Deck Designer Upper Deck, founded in 1988, is a private company primarily known for producing trading cards. The company is … Read more
On Monday, former football star Tom Brady shared photos from a recent trip to Walt Disney World with his son Benjamin Rein and daughter Vivian Lake. Tom Brady Heads to Walt Disney World Tom Brady and his kids enjoyed a weekend at Walt Disney World, and he shared some snaps of the occasion via his … Read more
The newest addition to the “Star Wars” franchise, ‘Ahsoka,’ will premiere August 23rd on Disney+. ‘Ahsoka’ Premiere Date Set to Late August The live-action series “Star Wars: Ahsoka” officially has an August 23 premiere date set on Disney+. The official logline reads, “Set after the fall of the Empire, ‘Star Wars: Ahsoka’ follows the former … Read more
Apple has acquired the startup Mira, the development company responsible for the augmented reality headset currently in use at the Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge attraction in Universal Studios Hollywood and in Universal Studios Japan. Apple Acquires Mira, the Startup Responsible for the Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge Headsets Apple has acquired Mira, according to The Verge. … Read more
We found a new Mickey and Minnie Cinderella Castle Disney Sketchbook ornament hanging around at Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe in Magic Kingdom. Mickey and Minnie Castle Ornament – $29.99 The Disney Sketchbook ornament collection showcases many fan-favorite characters or scenes from classic Disney movies. This ornament sports a yellow satin ribbon attached with golden hardware … Read more