From Pam Brandon on the Disney Parks Blog: Just in time for the busy winter holidays, Katsura Grill at the Japan Pavilion in Epcot World Showcase is open – a beautiful space that replaces the former Yakitori House. The new exterior is inspired by the strolling gardens at the historic Katsura Imperial Villa outside Kyoto, Japan, established in the … Read more
WDWNT Reporter Adam Roth visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Thursday and has some newsworthy photos to share with us from his trip: First stop: The Backlot Tour… Posters for War Horse, John Carter, and The Muppets up Muppets ad inside the Backlot Tour tram Block Party Bash cones still sitting around You’ve probably already read … Read more
It’s time to feature a couple more customs from our contributor Annemarie. Destination Vinylmation: You decided on Remy from Ratatuoullie for a 3″ custom Vinylmation. What drew you to this character? Annemarie: We haven’t had any characters from Ratatouille appear on Vinylmation yet, and it’s one of my favorite Pixar films. DV: You took a … Read more
‘80s ROBOT – Chaser The Muppets (2011) Originally performed by: Matt Vogel ‘80s Robot makes his debut in The Muppets (2011) as Kermit’s butler and driver. He specializes in making dated references. I had a lot of fun with this design and I think it would work really well on a clear mold (like Waldo … Read more
Ep. 049 America Sings This week we talk about the reveal of the Holiday 3 chaser and variants, Hong Kong and Paris figures and the rest of this week’s news. We also cover the upcoming release dates and events. Listen in Popup Player Download Episode
THOG The Great Santa Claus Switch (1970) Originally performed by: Jerry Nelson At nine and a half feet tall, Thog isn’t the kind of Muppet monster to go unnoticed. He danced in the Muppet Show opening theme and memorably made like Godzilla in a Muppet Show musical number based on the song “I Feel the … Read more
by Nick LoCicero (article from OrlandoSkyRadio.com) And on December 3rd 2011, Disney geeks from all over Central Florida descended upon Winter Garden. Theme Park Connection officially opened it’s doors to the public today. For over 15 years, they have been a popular online Buyer, Seller and Trader of Disney items. Now, for the first time, you can visit their … Read more
SAL MINELLA Muppets Tonight (1996) Originally performed by: Brian Henson Sal is the loud-mouthed and hot-tempered bodyguard of Johnny Fiama, who first appeared on Muppets Tonight before making his way to other productions like Muppets From Space and The Muppets’ Wizard of Oz. Sal seems to think his primary purpose is to try to keep … Read more
I apologize for the lack of posts few days as I have had some internet problems. Catching up on news, I have a photo report from a few days ago from DLNT Podcaster Jamie Nakagiri… Holiday billboard and Mickey and Friends Pirates has already reopened form its refurbishment Holiday season maps Holiday cookies!!!!! Disneyland invites … Read more
WDWNT Reporter Adam Roth visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios yesterday and (for some reason) decided to take a trip on the Backlot Studio Tour. Boy, are we glad he did, because he came across this “beauty” in the prop shop: Taking a wild guess, I would imagine this still unfinished statue is going to New Fantasyland … Read more
The Hong Kong Facebook page has release pictures of some New Year 2012 Vinylmation that were released on December 1 at Hong Kong Disneyland. The page said they will retail for $95 HKD and $110 HKD. That converts to about $12.23 USD and $14.16 USD. No differentiation between them as to which are more, but … Read more
Some exciting news from Erin Glover on the Disney Parks Blog: I’m so excited to let you know that there will soon be a new place to satisfy your sweet tooth at the Disneyland Resort. In late spring 2012, a new Ghirardelli location will open at the Pacific Wharf area, inside Disney California Adventure park! … Read more
Green Builder® Media Announces VISION House® in INNOVENTIONS at Epcot® Exhibit focuses on helping homeowners reduce their environmental impact Seattle, WA, November 30, 2011– Green Builder Media, North America’s leading media company focused on sustainable living, recently announced its plans to construct the VISION House, a green home exhibit in INNOVENTIONS located in the heart of Epcot®. Inspired … Read more
From Jason Garcia at the Orlando Sentinel: Walt Disney World has dropped plans to convert a floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort into “health and wellness” suites that would have included amenities such as in-room exercise equipment and massage tables, a project company officials once hoped to use to tap into a growing market for healthy-lifestyle travel. … Read more
JOHNNY FIAMA Muppets Tonight (1996) Originally performed by: Bill Barretta Johnny was the resident crooner on Muppets Tonight, a lounge singer in the vein of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and his idol Tony Bennett (with whom he once shared a duet). He later appeared in It’s a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie and The Muppets’ … Read more
Mousevent is a very special project that brings together the Disney podcast community. We are so excited to be a part of Mousevent again in it’s second year. Mousevent is an online advent calendar of Disney podcasts. Beginning today, and continuing to December 24th, you can get a new, free, Disney themed podcast from a different … Read more