PHOTOS, VIDEO: Bowser Jr. Makes Theme Park Debut in Super Mario Power-Up Summer Stage Show

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This summer, Mario, Luigi, BowserJr. (for the first time) and others are making a splash with the Super Mario Power-Up Summer stage show at Universal Studios Japan. Super Mario Power-Up Summer The show takes place at Gramercy Park in the New York area, where Mario, Luigi, and Peach have burst out of Super Nintendo World … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Easter Pre-Parade Returns to Magic Kingdom for 2023 Holiday Weekend

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The annual Easter Pre-Parade has stepped off at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World today, performing approximately fifteen minutes before the Festival of Fantasy parade. The pre-parade is about four minutes long and is unchanged from last year. It performs ahead of the Festival of Fantasy Parade today and tomorrow, Easter Sunday. After the banner, … Read more

Atlas Fusion Moroccan Music and Belly Dancing Act Returns to EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort

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Atlas Fusion, a Moroccan music and belly dancing act, has arrived at EPCOT just in time for the International Food & Wine Festival. Gather ’round and take a break from the heat! The show begins with singers and musicians walking out onto the stage and striking up a tune. But the most exciting part is … Read more

Full List of Entertainment Cuts at Walt Disney World; Future of Shows Uncertain Due to Cast Layoffs

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Late Tuesday night, news broke of the next wave of Cast Member layoffs at Walt Disney World—all still a part of the previously-announced 28,000 quota, but no less devastating. This round of layoffs mainly impacted entertainment across the parks and resorts, from fan-favorite “Streetmosphere” to established Broadway-style shows, like “Festival of the Lion King”. All … Read more

Entire Cast of “Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage” Laid Off at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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In addition to the Citizens of Hollywood, more devastating news of layoffs has surfaced at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, with the entire cast of “Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage” laid off as part of the most recent entertainment cutbacks impacting Walt Disney World. “Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage” had recently … Read more

Entire Cast of “Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue” Dinner Show Laid Off at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

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After over 40 years of “foot-stompin’ fun” at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, the extended closure of select shows at Walt Disney World has resulted in the entire cast of “Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue” to be laid off amidst the latest wave of layoffs affecting the domestic Disney Parks division. Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue opened as … Read more

Entire Cast & Crew of “Festival of the Lion King” and “Finding Nemo – The Musical” Laid Off at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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With social distancing markers laid out at both their respective theater locations at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, fans have long since hoped for the return of the popular “Festival of the Lion King” and “Finding Nemo – The Musical” shows since the reopening of the park. However, the latest wave of entertainment layoffs has hit both … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Full Debut Performance of “Disney Society Orchestra and Friends” Show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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A brand-new show made an unexpected debut today at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in the Theater of the Stars on Sunset Boulevard. Grab your opera glasses, and let’s watch the brand-new Disney Society Orchestra and Friends show! Outside the theater, the Beauty and the Beast themed banners remain. The show features a 6-piece orchestra playing movie … Read more

Disneyland Paris Streaming Its Biggest Shows and Parades For Guests at Home During Park Closure

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With the Disneyland Paris resort closed due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns “until further notice”, many of us are missing our regular fix of Disney magic. Whether you’re a frequent guest, had a recent vacation cancelled, or are just dreaming of future trips once we can break free of this quarantine, you’ll be excited to hear that … Read more

“Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway” Benefit Concert Airing on April 13 for COVID-19 Relief Fund

Calling all Broadway fans! Last November, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS held the “Celebrating 25 Magical Years of Disney on Broadway” benefit concert. It has been reported by TheaterMania that the foundation will be presenting a free broadcast of this production in order to raise money for the COVID-19 Relief Fund. The concert, which will be … Read more

Disneyland Paris Dazzles With FREE 2019 Heritage Days Celebration Booklet Now Available for Download

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Looking to fulfill your daily Disney fix? Disneyland Paris has just released a FREE 30-page digital version (PDF) of their 2019 Heritage Days Celebration Booklet. Written in both French and English, this gorgeous homage affectionately celebrates over twenty seven years of the park’s steep creative culture. The 2019 Heritage Days Celebration Booklet was originally distributed … Read more

WDWNT Weekly Recap: Extended Park Hours, Fire at Magic Kingdom, and a Sneak Peek at Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway

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Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all of the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of the Disney news from December 9-15!  Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Check out this week’s photo report for … Read more

VIDEO: Disney Princess Royal Sparkling Winter Waltz Show 2019 at Disneyland Paris

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If there’s one thing Disneyland Paris truly excels at, it’s entertainment, especially during the holiday season. Get your twinkle toes over to Royal Castle Stage for the Starlit Princess Waltz – a magical Christmas ball thrown by Disney royalty. The Starlit Princess Waltz takes place daily on the Théâtre du Château stage. Watch as Ariel, … Read more

VIDEO: Watch the Last-Ever Final Performance of “The Muppets Present… Great Moments in American History” at the Magic Kingdom

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Almost exactly three years ago, The Muppets made their big debut at Liberty Square in the Magic Kingdom. To prepare for the show, the Heritage House had received a rather lengthy facade refurbishment, and special Muppets characters, which were created in a special collaboration between the Muppet Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering, were set to appear high above … Read more

BREAKING: Disney Joins Forces with Cirque du Soleil for Brand-New Show, Debuting in 2020 at Disney Springs

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At today’s Parks Panel at the D23 Expo, a very exciting announcement was made for the future of entertainment at Disney Springs. Because, for the first time ever, Walt Disney Imagineering and Cirque du Soleil have teamed up to create a brand-new show, set to make its debut in 2020. From the Disney Parks Blog: … Read more

Voyage of The Little Mermaid Will Be Closed on Select Dates in July and August at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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If you’re looking to make Voyage of the Little Mermaid part of your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation, do keep in mind that performances are cancelled on the following upcoming dates: July 15 July 16 July 17 July 30 July 31 August 1 The show runs multiple times daily from park open to park close, … Read more