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].

Hollywood Studios Passholder Reservations Gone for Opening of Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Mandalorian Mission

Walt Disney World Annual Passholder reservations are all booked up for Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 22, 2026, the opening date of the new Mandalorian and Grogu mission on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. Passholder Reservations Reservations remain available on May 22 for Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. If Disney’s Hollywood Studios does not … Read more

Disney Earns 144 Golden Trailer Award Nominations, Including 'The Muppet Show'

The 2026 Golden Trailer Award nominees are out, and Disney leads the list with a whopping 144 nominations. Disney Golden Trailer Award Nominations FX’s Alien: Earth is the Disney project with the most nominations at eight. The Mandalorian & Grogu, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Tron: Ares, and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building each … Read more

Level99 Opening This Summer at Disney Springs, More Concept Art Released

Level99 will officially open at Disney Springs this summer. We previously only knew it would open in 2026. Level99 Opening The interactive social gaming venue aimed at adults and teens will also include a two-story bar. Level99 released concept art of the bar (above) with the opening announcement. Level99 began hiring their opening team last … Read more

4K Ultra HD 'Hamilton' Collector's Edition with New Documentary Releasing Next Month

Alexander and Eliza below the Hamilton musical logo

Disney is releasing the Hamilton Collector’s Edition on 4K UHD Blu-ray, including a new documentary, in June. Hamilton Collector’s Edition Hamilton, penned by Lin-Manuel Miranda, opened on Broadway in 2015. The filmed version of the now world-famous musical premiered on Disney+ in 2020. The collector’s set includes the filmed production in 4K with Dolby Vision … Read more

Electric Mayhem Posters Added to Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Exterior Queue

New posters for The Electric Mayhem hang in the exterior queue of Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Additional details have also appeared on the painted Rock Around the Shop sign. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Queue Posters The queue posters revealed last month feature vibrant colorful designs inspired by The … Read more

'Encanto' Ride Building Gets Exterior Paneling at Disney's Animal Kingdom

The Encanto ride building has exterior paneling and crews have started constructing the Tropical Americas carousel queue in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Encanto Ride Building The Encanto ride building at the back of the future Tropical Americas land now has green exterior paneling across two walls. Judging by the Tropical Americas model (below), this may be … Read more

Mythos Permanently Closing, Thunder Falls Terrace Becoming New Signature Restaurant at Universal Islands of Adventure

The exterior of Mythos Restaurant, adorned with a large, decorative golden dome and intricate reliefs, is nestled among rocky structures under a clear blue sky. It captures the holiday spirit at Universal Islands of Adventure, adding to its festive allure during Christmas.

Mythos Restaurant in the Lost Continent area of Universal Islands of Adventure will permanently close next year. To fill the gap left by Mythos, Thunder Falls Terrace in Jurassic Park will close this summer to be transformed into the park’s new signature full-service restaurant. Mythos Permanently Closing Mythos will close in 2027. Other Lost Continent … Read more

UPDATE: Disney Cruise Line Arrests Were Part of Child Porn Sting, Not ICE

New reports reveal that the Disney Cruise Line crew members and other cruise ship workers arrested last month were part of a crackdown linked to child sexual exploitation material (CSEM), not immigration status. A Disney Cruise Line guest witnessed crew members of the Disney Magic arrested at the Port of San Diego on April 23. … Read more

Disney & Dr. Phillips Center Help Kids Shine With 'Musicals in Schools' Program

Disney is helping young students develop professional and personal skills through theater with Disney Musicals in Schools. The outreach initiative aims to develop sustainable musical theater programs in public elementary schools. WDWNT recently had the opportunity to learn more about the program at Orlando’s Dr. Phillips Center. Disney Musicals in Schools Through Disney Musicals in … Read more

Disney Expects Effects of Epic Universe & Limited International Visits to Ease

Though theme park attendance was down in Q2 FY26, Disney remains unconcerned about impacts from Universal Epic Universe on Walt Disney World. Walt Disney World, Epic Universe, and International Visitation In answer to a question about U.S. park trends on the Q2 earnings call, Disney’s chief financial officer Hugh Johnston addressed Epic Universe-related headwinds and … Read more

Bob Chapek's Mansion Sells for $13M After 4 Months On Market

Bob Chapek’s mansion has sold. The former Disney CEO listed the property in January for nearly $15 million. Bob Chapek Sells Mansion RE/MAX agent Jordan Cohen posted on Instagram that the Westlake Village property sold for $13 million four months after going on the market. The 10,000 square foot home was built in 2013 and … Read more

Rising Gas Prices Haven't Affected Disney Travel Yet

The Walt Disney Company executives said during Wednesday’s earnings call that the rising price of gasoline has not led to a decrease in Disney bookings. But they have “levers in place” to make adjustments if needed. Disney and Gas Prices “We haven’t seen any change in consumer behavior from elevated gas prices thus far, and … Read more

'Star Wars' Shirts, Endor Collection, & Clone Trooper Action Figure at Disneyland

The Endor Collection, first released online, is now available at Disneyland Resort, along with generic Star Wars apparel and a new Clone Trooper action figure. We found these items in The Star Trader at Disneyland. Endor Collection Baseball Jersey – $79.99 “Endor” is across the chest of this emerald green jersey. The lettering features a … Read more

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