New Main Street Opera House Marquee Installed for ‘Walt Disney – A Magical Life’ at Disneyland

Entrance of the Main Street Opera House at Disneyland, adorned with banners for Walt Disney and Mr. Lincoln presentations.

The Main Street Opera House at Disneyland Park has a new marquee advertising “Walt Disney – A Magical Life,” the new Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic show premiering in a few weeks. New Main Street Disneyland Opera House Marquee Disney Parks and Walt Disney Imagineering shared this photo on Instagram highlighting the marquee. It’s blue and states the … Read more

‘Tired of Being Quiet’ Walt Disney’s Granddaughter Makes Another Statement Against New Animatronic

A man in a suit sits on a desk in front of large panels displaying maps and diagrams, addressing an audience engrossed in the discussion about unexpectedly high demand after the park pass sold out.

In a recent interview, Walt Disney’s granddaughter Joanna Miller has made another public statement against the new animatronic version of the company founder. Walt Disney’s Granddaughter Makes New Statement Disney first announced the project to create an animatronic version of Walt Disney during 2024’s D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The animatronic would be part … Read more

Walt Disney Silhouette on Disneyland 70th Anniversary Sculpture Replaced Because it Looked Like Donald Trump

Left: Walt Disney Silhouette with Mickey Mouse. Right: Realistic statue of a man in a suit—Disneyland 70th Anniversary.

The depiction of the Partners statue on the Sleeping Beauty Castle-inspired 70th anniversary sculpture at Disneyland Resort was replaced, seemingly because Walt Disney looked like Donald Trump. Walt Disney or Donald Trump? The new castle sculpture was under construction in the esplanade between Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure for about two weeks. WDWNT reported … Read more

‘Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream’ Film Coming to Disneyland for ‘Walt Disney – A Magical Life’

Revealed to WDWNT this week at a special press briefing at Walt Disney Imagineering in Glendale, California, the upcoming “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” attraction at Disneyland will not only feature the world’s first Audio-Animatronics figure of the company’s founder, it will also feature the return of the “Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream” film … Read more

Imagineering Has No Record of Walt Disney Not Wanting His Own Animatronic, Aim to “Keep Walt Alive in the Medium He Pioneered”

A man in a suit sits on a desk in front of large panels displaying maps and diagrams, addressing an audience engrossed in the discussion about unexpectedly high demand after the park pass sold out.

During a Q&A at Walt Disney Imagineering in Glendale, California, Imagineers stated that they have found no record of Walt Disney stating that he never wanted an Audio-Animatronic of himself constructed. Walt Disney Imagineering Says There’s No Record That Walt Never Wanted His Own Animatronic The Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic show was first announced at D23: … Read more

Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic Will Feature Several Innovative “Moonshots” That Will Forever Change Disney Attractions

A man gestures toward a model, discussing innovative moonshots and Audio-Animatronic ideas with another person.

On Wednesday, WDWNT was lucky enough to be invited to Walt Disney Imagineering in Glendale, California to get more information on the upcoming “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” attraction coming to the Main Street Opera House at Disneyland. This project is of great significance, of course, because it will feature the first-ever Audio-Animatronics figure … Read more

Noah Fine Art Returns for 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts

A framed grayscale portrait of a smiling man in a suit and hat hangs next to colorful artworks by Noah Fine Art at the Festival of the Arts display grid.

The Noah Fine Art booth, featuring the detailed art of Noah Elias, has returned once more for the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Noah Fine Art The Noah Fine Art booth is located near the Germany Pavilion. Several art pieces of Disney characters show off Noah’s uniquely detailed art style. Bright colors on … Read more

Walt Disney’s Grandkids Approve of ‘Stellar’ New Animatronic Coming to Disneyland

A man sits on the edge of a desk in an office-like setup, with a map and windows depicting an urban scene behind him. The room, reminiscent of Disneyland attractions, features dark blue curtains and an audience is partially visible in the foreground.

Some of Walt Disney’s grandchildren approve of the new Audio-Animatronic of their grandfather that will debut at Disneyland next year, saying it is “stellar” and “as accurate as possible.” Walt Disney’s Grandchildren Speak on Audio-Animatronic The Audio-Animatronic is part of “Walt Disney – A Magical Life,” a new show at the Main Street Opera House … Read more

What Is So Special About the Disneyland Hotel?

Entrance sign of Disneyland with a monorail in front, surrounded by palm trees and flags under a clear blue sky.

This post contains sponsored content from DVC Rental Store. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, DVC Rental Store. The Disneyland Hotel is a short Monorail ride away from Disneyland Resort, making it one of the most convenient hotels to stay at during a Disneyland … Read more

Never-Built Attraction Concept Art, Walt Disney Autograph, & 1970 Ticket Available at Disneyland

Sketch depicting a bumper car ride called "Bumper Boats" with people in boats, a lighthouse structure, and labeled sections, framed and displayed.

More special memorabilia from Walt Disney, Bruce Bushman, and Marc Davis is available at Disneyana in Disneyland. Walt Disney Original Signed Photo – $24,000 The black-and-white photograph depicts Walt holding a book next to his poodle, Lady. The hand-written inscription gives “best wishes” to Disney Studios gardener Fred Schlatter. ‘Ice Cream With Family’ Sketch by … Read more

New Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Merchandise Collection Debuts

A mug, shirt, and ornament featuring Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge designs. The ornament on the top left shows a character in safari attire. The mug is brown with patterns, and the shirt is red and yellow with motifs.

There is new merchandise for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge available in Jambo House’s shop Ziwadi. Collar Shirt – $59.99 The Animal Kingdom Lodge shirt is collared with buttons. The repeating pattern features the resort logo, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in theme, and other small details reminiscent of the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Here is a … Read more