Disney Debuts New Official Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Instagram Account & More: Daily Recap (3/25/24)

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Walt Disney World starts a new Annual Passholder Instagram account, Joe Rohde returns to Walt Disney Imagineering, and Disneyland reveals a new Jabba the Hutt popcorn bucket — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Monday, March 25, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT New Merchandise Other Walt Disney World News Disneyland … Read more

Joe Rohde Returns to Walt Disney Imagineering to Teach

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Former Imagineer Joe Rohde is returning to Walt Disney Imagineering to teach master class work sessions. In a post shared to the Walt Disney Imagineering Instagram account, it was revealed that Joe Rohde would return to Imagineering to lead master class work sessions for fellow Imagineers to attend. The full announcement reads as follows: “Beginning … Read more

What’s Coming to Your Favorite Theme Park? Highlights from the 30th Annual Thea Awards

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The 30th annual Thea Awards were held on March 16, 2024 in Hollywood, California. This annual event hosted by the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) celebrates the creative and talented people behind some of the best-themed experiences around the globe. From theme park attractions to experiential dining, the Theas recognize the best of the previous year. … Read more

Chicken Guy! Florida Location Facing Potential Eviction & More: Daily Recap (3/20/24)

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A Chicken Guy! location in Florida faces eviction, Disney Cruise Line reveals the name and theme of its new ship, and a man is charged with robbery for stealing Mickey Mouse ears off of a guest’s head — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Former Imagineering President Bob Weis Voices Support for Disney CEO Bob Iger Amid Proxy Fight

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The former president of Walt Disney Imagineering, Bob Weis, has shared a statement of support for CEO Bob Iger during the ongoing proxy fight against Trian Partners’ Nelson Peltz and Blackwells Capital. Bob Weis Voices Support for Bob Iger In a post shared to his personal Instagram account, Weis, shared the following statement alongside a … Read more

Joe Rohde Thanks Fellow Imagineers and Guests in Response to Being Named Disney Legend

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Former Imagineer Joe Rohde posted on Instagram following the news he will be honored as a Disney Legend at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2024. Joe Rohde Reacts to Disney Legend Honor Rohde is known for his work as the lead designer of Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Aulani in Hawai’i, as well as for … Read more

President of Walt Disney Imagineering Announces Departure & More: Daily Recap (3/9/24)

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The president of Walt Disney Imagineering announces her departure, a new spring popcorn mix at Magic Kingdom, and a key vote in the DisneylandForward project is happening next week — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Saturday, March 9, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World … Read more

Former Imagineers Allude to Infamous Incident Where a Test Track Car Flew Off The Tracks

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Former Imagineers Frank Mezzatesta and Jim Shull both posted on X (Twitter) this week alluding to Test Track cars flying off track during the ride’s initial testing back in 1997. Test Track Incident Mezzatesta shared a photo of a die-cast Test Track vehicle, writing, “From 1997 GM Test Track car. This project gave me PTSD … Read more

D23 ‘Down in New Orleans’ Event Will Feature Sneak Peek at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

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New details have been released for the upcoming D23 event, Down in New Orleans — Celebrating 15 Years of “The Princess and the Frog,” including that there will be a special sneak peek at Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. D23 ‘Down In New Orleans’ Event to Feature Sneak Peek of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure During the event, which … Read more

CFTOD Asks Judge to Ignore That Governor DeSantis Retaliated Against Someone for Freedom of Speech, Drunk Man in Swim Shorts Slaps Teenage Disney Cast Member 3 Times at Citricos, & More: Daily Recap (1/24/24)

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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, January 24, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

‘Avatar’ Producer Jon Landau Visits Walt Disney Imagineering to ‘Talk About Future’

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Jon Landau, producer of the “Avatar” films directed by James Cameron, shared a photo of himself at Walt Disney Imagineering headquarters on Instagram Wednesday. Jon Landau at Walt Disney Imagineering Landau captioned the photo, “Had a great day at @waltdisneyimagineering talking about the future.” Walt Disney World Resort already has a successful “Avatar”-inspired land in … Read more

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Animatronics to Have Physical Faces, Cast Member Looks for Parents of Child Who Attacks Stormtrooper in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, & More: Daily Recap (1/17/24)

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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, January 17, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

BREAKING: Disney Imagineering Showcases Incredible ‘HoloTile Floor’ Which Could Change VR & Theme Park Experiences Forever

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Walt Disney Imagineering has revealed an exciting new piece of technology called the “HoloTile floor” in a video celebrating Disney Research Fellow and Imagineer Lanny Smoot’s induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Walt Disney Imagineering Reveals ‘HoloTile Floor’ In the video, Smoot gives a quick demonstration of the new tech. The floor is … Read more

Guest Run Over By Vehicle on New Zootopia Hot Pursuit Disney Ride, Santa Duffy Meet & Greet Debuts for Limited Time at Walt Disney World, & More: Christmas Weekend Recap (12/23/23 — 12/25/23)

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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 Christmas Weekend Recap for Saturday, December 23, Sunday, December 24, and … Read more

Imagineers Use 3D Printing, Recycled Items, and Presents to Create Enrichment Activities for Animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Walt Disney Imagineering has teamed up with the animal care team at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to provide enrichment activities to the park’s animal residents using various technology. Imagineers Using 3D Printing and More for Animal Enrichment at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lions received a warthog ice sculpture covered in mud that is designed to stimulate their … Read more

‘Voyage of The Little Mermaid’ Being Replaced By NEW Ariel Show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Incredible Roaming Duke Weaselton Audio-Animatronic Character Debuts for Zootopia Land at Shanghai Disneyland, & More: Daily Recap (12/19/23)

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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 Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more