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Michael James Scott, the longest-running Genie in Aladdin on Broadway, has announced his final performance as the iconic character. Michael James Scott Departing Aladdin Scott, who was an original cast member in the show, will play his final performance at the New Amsterdam Theatre on May 3. His replacement will be announced later. Scott has … Read more
Pirates of the Caribbean and the attached Blue Bayou Restaurant at Disneyland will close for refurbishment in early May. The restaurant is scheduled to reopen before the ride with a modified dining experience. Pirates of the Caribbean and Blue Bayou Refurbishment Both will be closed beginning on May 4, 2026. The final day to dine … Read more
Scaffolding is gone from the queue building of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom. The coaster has been closed over a year and is scheduled to reopen in early May. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Refurbishment On Sunday, March 22, we saw crew members removing the scaffolding tower that has been on a queue building … Read more
With the opening of “Bluey’s Best Day Ever!” at Disneyland, the park has released a new guidemap featuring Bluey and Bingo. Disneyland Bluey Guidemap The sisters are pictured on the cover of the guide in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, which is decked out for the ongoing 70th anniversary celebration. Inside is the map with … Read more
Bees have moved into Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland, but unfortunately guests can’t grab a smackerel of honey. On Sunday, March 23 we saw the bees swarming around a tree where they had created a hive. Bees Swarm Main Street The bees were not a danger to guests and Disney did not close off any … Read more
First Order Cargo’s transformation into Black Spire Surplus has begun at Disneyland. The Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge shop is changing as part of the land’s timeline shift. First Order Cargo Becoming Black Spire Surplus When changes began, the store was still listed as First Order Cargo in the Disneyland app and still had First Order … Read more
All aboard! A new Disney x Loungefly bag that lights up is inspired by the railroad trains at Disney Parks around the world. Light Up Disney Railroad Loungefly Purse – $100 The pleather purse is shaped like an engine complete with wheels, a smokestack, and a tiny metal bell. It’s mostly red and black with … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering shared a video about how their work with Audio-Animatronics inspired the technology Pixar’s new film Hoppers. Walt Disney Imagineering and Hoppers The video features Reona of Show Mechanical Engineering highlighting some of the technological details in the Hoppers trailer that are directly inspired by Walt Disney Imagineering. She notes that the trailer … Read more
Raviv Ullman, star of Disney Channel’s Phil of the Future, said he would agree to a reboot of the series. Phil of the Future Reboot PEOPLE asked Ullman at the premiere of his film Drag at the 2026 SXSW Film & TV Festival if he would be open to revisiting the series, which followed a family from the … Read more
A series of new t-shirts arrived at Walt Disney World this week, including an “Awesome Dad” tee perfect for Father’s Day in a few months. Donald Duck T-Shirt – $32.99 The Donald tee is heather gray. The duck is pictured throwing a temper tantrum against a weathered yellow background. “Donald Duck” is in big black … Read more
Disney has moved and reserved several new dates for the releases of Disney, Pixar, and Marvel films in 2028 and 2029. These films are currently untitled but could correspond to previously announced films. Dates are also liable to change. The Disney movie that was originally scheduled for July 28 has taken over the February 18 … Read more
There are several blocked-off patches of concrete on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom this morning, March 20. Crews started refurbishing the sidewalk earlier this week, and work has now moved into the road. Main Street Refurbishment Two large sections of the street in Town Square are surrounded by rope and stanchions. The black pavement … Read more
Crews continue to focus on the blue roofing of Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, painting over the 50th anniversary color scheme to restore the castle’s original look. Cinderella Castle Painting Crew members have been working in the early mornings. On Friday, March 20, we saw several in lifts on the east and west sides of … Read more
Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort will host some free Disney Channel-inspired dance parties this spring. Disney+ Throwback Dance Party The Disney+ Throwback Dance Parties will be at the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage and Lawn Fridays through Sundays from March 27 through June 7. Entertainment will be every hour from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. … Read more
More of the former Star Wars Launch Bay building at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been painted beige. The building will soon house a new version of its opening-day attraction, The Magic of Disney Animation, while the surrounding Animation Courtyard is becoming The Walt Disney Studios. The Magic of Disney Animation Painting The large columns at … Read more
Singer and actor Liu Yuning made a surprise appearance at the “Magic+ Celebration,” launching Shanghai Disney Resort’s 10th Birthday Celebration. Liu Yuning Kicks Off Shanghai Disneyland 10th Anniversary Liu Yuning performed ”Magic Together,” the 10th anniversary theme song. He joined Mickey, Duffy, and all their friends in their brand new birthday costumes. Liu Yuning is … Read more
