Matthew Soberman 
As part of the upgrades to Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, the floor of the resort lobby is being replaced in six phases through the summer. Work officially began on April 28th at 11:00 PM, and is expected to continue through Saturday, September 7th, 2019. During this time, guests should be aware of some changes: … Read more
A recent audition posting has revealed information about the “Gatherers” that will work at Savi’s Workshop at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge: Show Description: Within the Black Spire Outpost – a thriving destination for those who would prefer to go about their business unnoticed – a group known as the “Gatherers” operate within a covert workshop. … Read more
With all the rule changes coming into effect to the parks of the Walt Disney World Resort on May 1st, it only makes sense that a new set of park maps would follow. New park maps will debut at all four theme parks, both water parks, and the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, and … Read more
The story of one of Disney’s most prolific animators and Imagineers will be shared in a brand-new book this September… with the help of another prolific animator and an Imagineer. “Marc Davis in His Own Words: Imagineering the Disney Theme Parks,” written by Pete Docter and Christopher Merritt, will chronicle Davis’ time at WED Enterprises, … Read more
A long-running Disneyland performer has set the date for his final performance. Farley the Fiddler, known for his fiddle and clogging performances near Pioneer Mercantile in Frontierland, has announced that his final day at Disneyland will be Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th. He will be performing five shows throughout the day. I will be retiring … Read more
Yesterday, we learned that a new set of Alex and Ani bangles themed to Sleeping Beauty Castle had arrived at the Disneyland Resort. Today, we’ve found out that there’s a matching set themed to Walt Disney World’s Cinderella Castle, and they’re now available at the Magic Kingdom’s Emporium. Like the Sleeping Beauty Castle set, they … Read more
The river of time has brought new menu changes to Epcot’s San Angel Inn. Highlights of the new menu at the Mexico Pavilion mainstay include a new chorizo empanada appetizer, chipotle-marinated shrimp, and coconut flan. Joining the menu are: Tostadas de Camarón – Crispy corn tortillas topped with Acapulco-style shrimp and avocado – $14.50 Sopes … Read more
Vera Bradley’s “Mickey Mouse and Friends” collection has made its way from Disney Springs to shopDisney. This colorful design features Mickey Mouse, along with Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Pluto, on a stylized floral background. (Still no word on where Goofy is. Did he and the mouse have a falling out we don’t … Read more
With the massive influx of people expected to arrive with opening of Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, management has already begun its efforts to manage crowds as much as possible. According to ThrillGeek, Disneyland Resort Cast Members have learned that their complimentary main entrance admission to Disneyland Park will be blocked out starting May 16th, … Read more
Some of the newest additions to the Star Wars: The Black Series line of action figures will be exclusive to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge when it opens, as Hasbro revealed at Star Wars Celebration Chicago this weekend. The news comes as part of a large reveal of the merchandise coming to the theme park land, … Read more
Gather the flock and take to the high seas for summertime fun at the Tokyo Disney Resort. If you’re looking for a “quacking” good time, head to Tokyo Disneyland this summer for the return of “Donald’s Hot Jungle Summer.” At Tokyo Disneyland, Donald Duck and his friends Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Chip, … Read more
For fans of the 999 Happy Haunts that inhabit Gracey Manor, 13 is your lucky number. To celebrate the debut of the Disney PhotoPass capture at The Haunted Mansion, a day-long celebration of the iconic attraction is taking place at the Magic Kingdom’s Liberty Square. Now, as they say, “look alive,” as we take a tour … Read more
One of Disney Parks’ most prolific poster artists needs your help in his fight with prostate cancer. Jim Michaelson began working for WED Enterprises in 1971. Along with fellow Imagineers Rudy Lord and Ernie Prinzhorn, Michaelson helped to re-imagine the poster art displayed at the Disney Parks. While at Disney, designed and co-designed posters for … Read more
Some of the unsung heroes of Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be celebrated in a new documentary series coming to Disney+. “Magic of the Animal Kingdom” will be produced by National Geographic for Disney+, set at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Epcot’s SeaBase Aquarium. Viewers will get to see backstage and see how these conservationist Cast Members … Read more
Visitors to Disney Springs now have an easier way than ever to purchase Walt Disney World theme park tickets. The Disney Ticket Center has officially opened in Town Center, between Zara and Blaze Pizza. The Disney Ticket Center was previously revealed in January. Guests can purchase theme park tickets, as well as MagicBands, in this … Read more
After nine years, Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and the rest of the Toy Story gang are heading back to theaters this summer in Toy Story 4, and Tokyo Disney Resort is getting in on the fun with an 80-day celebration! “Funtime with Toy Story 4” will involve a new activity, photo opportunities, and specialty food and … Read more
