Shannen Ace

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at [email protected].

Disney Launches First Company-Wide Creative Agency Main Street Led by Carrie Brzezinski-Hsu

The Walt Disney Company has launched its first company-wide creative agency, called Main Street, led by Carrie Brzezinski-Hsu as its Head of Creative Execution. Main Street Disney Creative Agency Brzezinski-Hsu is overseeing the creative talent and production behind Disney’s advertising campaigns, spanning entertainment, experiences, consumer products, sports, and more. Brzezinski-Hsu has been with ESPN since … Read more

Taylor Swift's 'Toy Story 5' Song Out Now

“I Knew It, I Knew You,” Taylor Swift’s new song for Toy Story 5, is out now. The track, which returns to Swift’s country roots, was announced a few days ago after Pixar shared several teasers about the collaboration. “I Knew It, I Knew You” By Taylor Swift For the song’s release, Swift shared video … Read more

$50 IMAX Film Camera Popcorn Bucket Sells Out Within Hours

On Thursday, IMAX released a popcorn bucket inspired by a real IMAX film camera and the upcoming film The Odyssey. Unfortunately for many, the souvenir sold out within hours of its release. IMAX Film Camera Popcorn Bucket The limited edition $50 popcorn bucket was available to purchase online (no popcorn included) and will ship on … Read more

Take Home Your Own Disney Cruise Line Chandelier With New Ornaments

Take Home Your Own Disney Cruise Line Chandelier With New Ornaments

As Disney Cruise Line previously teased, ornaments inspired by the chandeliers of each ship are now available. The light-up ornaments are exclusive to their respective ships. We recently sailed on the Disney Fantasy and found the ship’s souvenir ornament in the Sea Treasures gift shop. Disney Fantasy Chandelier Ornament – $26.99 The Disney Fantasy has … Read more

Name of Disney World's Monstropolis Land Seemingly Confirmed

People enjoying a lively theme park at Disney's Hollywood Studios with a large blue and purple monster character, various shops, and a street filled with vibrant decorations and excited visitors.

Disney has seemingly confirmed the name of the new Monsters, Inc. land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be Monstropolis. Monstropolis Land Name Though Disney has often referred to Monstropolis (the fictional city in the Pixar film) in relation to the land, it was unclear if that would be the official name. Disney has also referred … Read more

BREAKING: Monstropolis Land Backstory Revealed for Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World announced details about the backstory of Monstropolis, the new Monsters, Inc. land under construction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Monstropolis Backstory Following the events of Monsters, Inc., when Mike and Sulley discovered human laughter is more powerful than screams, Monstropolis changed. Fear and caution gave way to curiosity and connection. Now, for the … Read more

Full Guide to Disney Cruise Line Safety Assembly Drill Muster

Disney Fantasy cruise ship docked at Lookout Cay

What is a muster? What are assembly stations? If you’re going on your first Disney Cruise Line sailing, these terms might be confusing but we’re here to break down this safety drill so you don’t have to worry. What is a Muster? A muster or assembly drill is a mandatory safety exercise with requirements set … Read more

Full List (with Prices) of 'Toy Story 5' Merchandise From Disney Store

The Toy Story 5 merchandise collection is now available on the Disney Store website. Products include toys, plush, kids’ costumes, and bags. Toys Figurine Set – $39.99 This set includes: Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Forky, Lilypad, Bullseye, Jessie, and the Tech Trio featuring Atlas, Snappy, and Smarty Pants. The sculpted figures vary from 2″ to 4″ … Read more

Walt Disney Imagineering Files Two More Tropical Americas Construction Permits

Tropical Americas concept art for Disney's Animal Kingdom

Walt Disney Imagineering filed two more “General Construction” permits for Tropical Americas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Construction Permits Like the six permits filed earlier this week, these contract Whiting-Turner. One is for 620 DinoLand Drive, the former site of TriceraTop Spin. The other is for 671 DinoLand Drive, the former entrance to The … Read more

How Skywalker Sound Added Background Noise to 'Disneyland Handcrafted'

How Skywalker Sound Added Background Noise to 'Disneyland Handcrafted'

Leslie Iwerks’ acclaimed Disneyland Handcrafted documentary consists of rare archival footage from the construction of Disney’s first theme park. But none of that footage had sound. Everything from footsteps to hammer strikes to tractor engines had to be meticulously recreated by the team at Skywalker Sound. Disneyland Handcrafted Sound Design The process involved not only … Read more

Disney Selling $8 Million Super Bowl Ad Spots Despite Advertiser Pushback

ESPN logo on red pairs with the NFL shield on white, highlighting Disney’s connection to the Super Bowl.

Disney has sold some Super Bowl LXI commercial spots for about $8 million amid pushback from advertisers. Disney first tried to set a price of $10 million, then $9 million. Though they have sold some spots at these values, advertisers and marketers resisted. People familiar with recent negotiations told Variety that the company has now … Read more

Haunted Mansion Ornaments Featuring Madame Leota, Hatbox Ghost, & Gargoyle at Walt Disney World

A trio of new ornaments inspired by The Haunted Mansion characters have materialized in Walt Disney World.

A trio of new ornaments inspired by The Haunted Mansion characters have materialized in Walt Disney World. We found them at Disney’s Days of Christmas in Disney Springs. We noticed that these ornaments have smaller tags than previously-released Disney ornaments. Madame Leota Ornament – $26.99 This ornament consists of a translucent “curtain” decorated with spiderweb … Read more

REVIEW: Lucky Starlight Cold Brew at Magic Kingdom for Annual Passholder Joffrey's Coffee Challenge

The Passholder-exclusive Lucky Starlight Cold Brew is now available at Magic Kingdom as part of the Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge. We already tried the Parisian Pebble Cold Brew in EPCOT, Rockin’ Cold Brew at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Forbidden Mountain Cold Brew in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge The Joffrey’s Coffee Challenge is open from … Read more

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