Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at [email protected].

Bruno, Ernesto de la Cruz, Madam Mim, and Mother Gothel Meet & Greet Characters Debut at Oogie Boogie Bash in Disney California Adventure

With Oogie Boogie Bash nearly here, we’re getting our first looks from Cast Member previews at some of the eerie and evil characters that guests will be able to encounter at Disney California Adventure. The Entertainment Connection on Twitter shared videos of the meet-and-greet for Bruno, the mysterious Madrigal with the ability to see into … Read more

REVIEW: Minnie Ghost Piñata at The Ganachery in Disney Springs

The spooky season is out in full force around Walt Disney World, and to celebrate, a new Minnie Ghost Piñata is haunting The Ganachery at Disney Springs! Minnie Ghost Piñata – $28.00 Dark chocolate sphere filled with marshmallow treats This dark chocolate sphere is covered in white modeling chocolate to create a ghost-like figure with … Read more

Baby Thor in ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ Modeled After Bob Chapek’s Grandson

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Marvel Studios is no stranger to having surprising cameos, but their latest film, “Thor: Love and Thunder,” has a surprise appearance by the grandson of Disney CEO Bob Chapek, according to The Direct‘s Savannah Sanders. Visual effects studio Rising Sun Pictures shared their process of creating “Baby Thor,” shown during a montage of the superhero’s … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Every Halloween Horror Nights 2022 Merchandise Item (with Prices) from Universal Studios Hollywood

Halloween Horror Nights 2022 merchandise has now arrived at Universal Studios Hollywood! And we have a full list of every single item now available to commemorate this year’s spooky season, complete with prices! Some of the new items are directly inspired by “Halloween,” while others are more generally Halloween Horror Nights-themed. You can take a … Read more

New Jack Skellington Ear Headband Debuts at Walt Disney World

Halloween Town’s Pumpkin King, Jack Skellington, is immortalized on a new ear headband now available at Walt Disney World. Jack Skellington Ear Headband – $29.99 Jack appears on one of the imitation leather ears in a multi-colored photorealistic style, almost as if he were being viewed through red-and-blue 3D glasses. The design has been previously … Read more

The Disneyland Resort 2023 Calendar is Now Available

Even though September has hardly begun, it’s never too early to plan for the future. Luckily, the Disneyland Resort has you covered with a new 2023 calendar! Disneyland Resort 2023 Calendar – $19.99 Mickey Mouse appears on the front cover, looking ready to start the year as he shouts “oh boy!” This sixteen month calendar … Read more

Disneyland Paris Turns Off Gas Lamps in Main Street Arcades as War-Related European Energy Crisis Intensifies

As Europe’s energy crisis drags on, Disneyland Paris has taken measures to conserve power, including shutting off the gas lamps in the Liberty and Discovery Arcades, according to DLP Report. Additionally, unnecessary energy use is being reduced, with pyrotechnic effects being turned off in the daytime, and limiting how much buildings are lit up at … Read more

Cultural Representatives Celebrate Return to EPCOT

The Cultural Representatives are back at EPCOT, and several members of the program recently shared their excitement with Disney Parks Blog. If you’ve ever experienced the magic of traveling around the world and learning about the unique cultures and customs of 11 countries – all in the same day – it’s likely you’ve been to EPCOT and … Read more

New Disney Princess Balloons Debut at the Disneyland Resort

Even though World Princess Week is over, the royal spirit lives on with a new Disney Princess balloon available throughout the Disneyland Resort! Disney Princess Balloon – $14.00, $17.00 with Light-Up Effect One side of the balloon features the princesses grouped together, including Mulan, Rapunzel, Tiana, Cinderella, Moana, Belle, Jasmine, Aurora, and Ariel. The opposite … Read more

Scaffolding Up as Matterhorn Bobsleds Refurbishment Continues at Disneyland

As the refurbishment of the Matterhorn Bobsleds continues at Disneyland, scaffolding has gone up around the mountain in full view of guests. The presence of the scaffolding suggests that the rockwork on the exterior will be spruced up during the refurbishment. To accommodate the mountain’s slope, the scaffolding has been erected in levels. Some sections … Read more

‘Legendary Truth: The Collective’ Album by Midnight Syndicate Arrives for Halloween Horror Nights 31 at Universal Studios Florida

The haunting sounds of Midnight Syndicate have returned with a new album inspired by “Legendary Truth: The Collective” for Halloween Horror Nights 31 at Universal Studios Florida. “Legendary Truth: The Collective” Limited Edition Album – $60.00 Revealed earlier today, the album art is chock full of references to Halloween Horror Nights icons of the past … Read more

New ‘Making Magic’ Retro Walt Disney World Ear Headband Debuts

At least for the next few months, “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” is still underway to celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary, and now guests can throw it back with a retro-inspired ear headband! Walt Disney World “Making Magic” Ear Headband – $29.99 This ear headband shows off a classic royal blue and gold color … Read more

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