While on a recent visit to EPCOT, we spotted more effects testing in Journey of Water Inspired by Moana as Cast Member previews begin. Looking over the new attraction from the Monorail, you can see the dancing water effects and some fog or mist going off in the lower left of this photo. The effects … Read more
Eight iconic Disney films are returning to theaters for two-week limited runs starting this summer in honor of 100 years of The Walt Disney Company and movie magic. Here are the films and the dates they will be in theaters: Tickets are available now at fandangomovietickets.com/disney100. After the eight films leave theaters, Disney’s “Wish” will … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, June 28, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
The construction site for a near-complete Journey of Water Inspired by “Moana” attraction was being toured by members of Disney Imagineering and Cast Members. Cast and Imagineering Visit Journey of Water Inspired by “Moana” While no official word has been heard from Disney, it’s possible this could be a management walkthrough, with various individuals involved … Read more
During a trip to EPCOT this week, we could hear “Moana” music playing from Journey of Water Inspired by “Moana” as Walt Disney Imagineering continues tests on the attraction. The pace of work is accelerating to a greater speed than originally anticipated. ‘Moana’ Music Comes Alive The first video in our Tweet below features an … Read more
Walt Disney Imagineering shared photos on Instagram of water tests at Journey of Water, Inspired by “Moana” in EPCOT. Journey of Water Testing As we test and prepare our next attraction to welcome guests later this Fall to World Nature in EPCOT, our Imagineers have begun to teach water how to play in Journey of Water, Inspired … Read more
The audio system crashed during the Magic Happens Parade in Disneyland earlier this week, leaving parts of the parade without sound Wednesday night. Magic Happens Audio Issues At the 6:30 p.m. Magic Happens parade, the audio noticeably crashed, leaving Cast Members scrambling to get it fixed. Once the Frozen float passed through the end gate … Read more
Disney’s upcoming “Moana” live-action remake has hired the “Hamilton” Broadway director Thomas Kail to direct the film. ‘Hamilton’ Director Hired for Live-Action ‘Moana’ According to The Hollywood Reporter, Disney’s new “Moana” live-action remake will be utilizing Tony-Award winning Broadway director Thomas Kail, known for his work with “Hamilton” for the film’s production. “Moana” screenplay author … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
A new “Moana”-inspired prop is available for guest photographs at the entrance to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort in Walt Disney World. ‘Moana’-Inspired Oar Prop Guests may now snap a photo of themselves with a “Moana” inspired wooden oar standing in a planter near the entrance to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The oar has an etching … Read more
An open casting call has just been released for the role of Moana in the upcoming live-action remake of the same name. Open Casting Call Now Accepting Applicants [MOANA] Actor to play a character that is Female, 16, Pacific Islander, heroic, bold and adventurous, Moana, the daughter of their village’s Chief, feels isolated on her … Read more
In a recent Instagram post, Auli’i Cravalho announced she would not be reprising her role as Moana in the recently-announced live-action remake based on its eponymous 2016 source material. When I was cast as Moana at 14, it wonderfully changed my life and started my career. In this live-action retelling, I will not be reprising … Read more
Lots of new Disney100 Unified merchandise has arrived at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A at Magic Kingdom. The merchandise features a whimsical artistic take on several fan favorite Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars characters. Disney100 Unified Character Notebook – $19.99 The new Disney100 Unified Collection notebook features a very bright and colorful block … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, May 11, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
The final elements of a multi-year expansion and renovation of EPCOT are making swift progress, as both CommuniCore Hall in World Celebration and Journey of Water Inspired by Moana in World Nature become more discernible. CommuniCore Hall and World Celebration Updates Previously, yellow sheathing was seen added to the exterior of the complex, and now … Read more
During Wednesday’s earnings call, The Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger said they are “closely evaluating” for growth and expansion opportunities at Disney Parks. Several expansions are already in the works. “Frozen”-themed lands are under construction at Hong Kong Disneyland, Tokyo DisneySea, and Walt Disney Studios Park (Paris). The Paris expansion will also include a … Read more