Iman Vellani to Play Kamala Khan in Marvel Studios’ “Ms. Marvel” on Disney+

Marvel Studios has found its Kamala Khan. Deadline‘s Justin Kroll reports that the studio has cast Iman Vellani to play “Ms. Marvel’s” titular superhero in the upcoming Disney+ series. According to Marvel, Khan is a Pakistani-American teenager who has the ability to morph her shape and size. Khan idolizes heroes like Captain Marvel a.k.a Carol … Read more

Disney Vacation Club to Lay Off 279 Cast Members in December

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Yesterday, the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products division announced plans to lay off 28,000 Cast Members within its domestic parks, but did not disclose layoffs by individual park locations or divisions. Today, more information is being distributed on behalf of unions negotiating for their members as well as additional paperwork filed by the company. According to WDWMagic, Disney has … Read more

No Disney Park Passes Available on Halloween at the Magic Kingdom

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Much like a grim grinning ghost at The Haunted Mansion, Disney Park Passes for Halloween at the Magic Kingdom have disappeared. Tickets are currently unavailable for the park on October 31st under any types, including Disney Resort guests and Annual Passholders, according to Walt Disney World’s Disney Park Pass Availability calendar. Currently, all other parks … Read more

PHOTOS: Cobblestone Streets, Landscaping, and More Detail Work Continues at the France Pavilion Expansion in EPCOT

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As construction continues in EPCOT’s France Pavilion, we’ve been spotting more details appearing in the expansion. There is now signage for La Creperie de Paris and more evidence that Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure will be getting signage soon. We saw workers at the windows of La Creperie de Paris, which will be on the righthand corner … Read more

Senator Pat Bates Urges California Governor to Reconsider Position on Reopening California’s Theme Parks

California senator and former Disneyland employee Pat Bates is “shocked and heartbroken” to learn that 28,000 Cast Members are being laid off at Disney Parks. The layoff announcement was made today by Disney Parks Chairman, Josh D’Amaro: In light of the prolonged impact of COVID-19 on our business, including limited capacity due to physical distancing requirements … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Edition Ray-Ban x Disney Mickey Wayfarer Sunglasses Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Extending Ray-Ban’s partnership with Disney, these new limited edition Ray-Bans are sure to bring style and the magic of Disney to your everyday look. These Ray-Bans are available to purchase at $244.00, no discounts apply. The temple bars of the sunglasses showcase the evolution of Mickey Mouse throughout the years. Its classic black and white … Read more

REVIEW: Spooktacular New Graveyard Tiramisu, Candy Corn Cupcake, and Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pie Arrive for Halloween at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts

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Halloween treats have arrived at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club and they are both spooky and delicious! Guests can now purchase a Mickey Mouse Candy Corn Cupcake, Skeleton Tiramisù, or Mickey Mouse Pumpkin Whoopie Pie. Mickey Mouse Candy Corn Cupcake – $5.99 Vanilla cupcake with chocolate Mickey ears This candy corn cupcake is sure to … Read more

2,500 Food Service Workers Expected to be Laid Off at Disneyland Resort

Yesterday, the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products division announced plans to lay off 28,000 Cast Members within its domestic parks, but did not disclose layoffs by individual park locations. Today, more information is being distributed on behalf of unions negotiating for their members. At Disneyland Resort, two unions have come forward with numbers so far. Local 11 … Read more

Local 11 Union Issues Statement on 950 Disneyland Resort Cast Members to be Laid Off on November 1

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Yesterday, the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products division announced plans to lay off 28,000 Cast Members within its domestic parks, but did not disclose layoffs by individual park locations. UNITE HERE Local 11 union, which represents Disneyland Resort Cast Members, has issued that approximately 950 of their 3,000 members will be laid off effective November 1. The … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Refurbishment Continues with Check-In Now Moved to Pago Pago; Fences up at Great Ceremonial House Porte Cochere

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Since its refurbishment announcement on August 31, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort updates have been in full swing. The resort is set to fully reopen next summer. Fences now block the porte cochere and main entrance to the Great Ceremonial House. The remodeling of the Great Ceremonial House has resulted in resort check-in being moved to … Read more