The Disneyland Resort Design and Engineering team CAN make an incredible difference for the Orange County Food Bank. Overnight on Aug. 31, they transformed 8,900 canned goods into a towering 10-foot Jack-Jack, and his cookie num nums, from Disney·Pixar’s “Incredibles 2” at the 11th annual CANstruction Orange County. Jack-Jack will be on display at South Coast Plaza through September.
Jack-Jack is the Disneyland Resort’s 11th structure built from canned goods since the inception of CANstruction Orange County, which supports the Orange County Food Bank. The structures have produced the equivalent of three meals a day for a family of three for 11 years.
Andy Flores is an associate engineer at Disneyland Resort and states, “Teamwork is key to our role as designers here at Disney. It’s natural for us to carry that approach into the CANstruction project every year. We utilize the talents of graphic designers, architects, engineers and we develop some other specialized skills to accomplish our finished sculpture.”
The annual competition is a unique way to give back. “I’ve been participating in this competition for a few years now because I’m just so impressed by the concept behind it,” said Disneyland Resort Staff Engineer Tim Angers. “Could we just donate a huge pile of cans? Sure. But doing it this way – it increases public awareness. It shows people how big the need really is and hopefully, we can make a bigger difference than just the cans we donate.”
Disney VoluntEARS designed Jack-Jack over a period of six months and joined local architectural design firms in building creative structures for the design-build competition. The structures can be viewed in September at South Coast Plaza, John Wayne Airport and the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) before the food is donated to the Orange County Food Bank. Supporters can vote for their favorite structures online; $1 equals one vote and the proceeds go to the Orange County Food Bank.
“Disney cast members have helped educate people about the issue of hunger in a creative and compelling manner through magical and visually stunning structures that have entertained people,” said Mark Lowry, director of the OC Food Bank. “But most importantly, they have provided additional food to expand the capacity of the OC Food Bank to combat hunger.”
Through CANstruction Orange County and food drives, the Disneyland Resort has provided the OC Food Bank more than 69,000 meals for the local community over the last 11 years. Disney VoluntEARS regularly assist in quarterly food packing events, and in 2017, volunteered more than 1,800 hours at the food bank.
Marvel Studios' CAPTAIN MARVEL
Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel (Brie Larson)
Brie Larson and Entertainment Weekly had a big surprise for Marvel fans this past Wednesday, revealing the first ever images from Marvel Studio’s upcoming film, Captain Marvel. The reveal was teased by Larson earlier in the week, with a confirmation by EW’s official Twitter.
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The film, set in the early 1990s, will follow Carol Danvers, an Air Force Pilot that possesses incredible alien powers. Played by Brie Larson, the film will be debuting earlier next year in front of the highly anticipated Avengers 4.
The images provide us a great look at Larson’s supporting cast, including Lashana Lynch, a baby face Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, and Jude Law. We also will get to see the return of Lee Pace’s Ronan the Accuser from Guardians of the Galaxy.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood is expanding its already chilling Horror Made Here: A Festival of Frights with new attractions created to give horror fans a night to remember. In addition to the return of Pennywise in our reimagined It Knows What Scares You maze, and debut of the sinister institution from Batman: Arkham Asylum, this year’s Horror Made Here will also feature a blood-curdling maze from The Conjuring Universe, a diabolical viewing of The Exorcist, an eerie tour through Freddy vs. Jason’s Camp Crystal Lake, and much more.
In
this year’s reinvented maze, guests will experience a sneak peek into
the world of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren as they
confront
a host of satanic spirits from The Conjuring Universe.
Fans will fall victim to Annabelle’s devious games, and come
face-to-face with the demon lurking in the shadows from New Line
Cinema’s latest installment
The Nun, in theaters September 7th, 2018.
Deep,
dark woods conceal the ghastly presence of Freddy Krueger and Jason
Voorhees, waiting to give visitors the worst nightmare of their lives.
Aboard a Warner Bros.’ tour cart,
guests must survive a cunning game of cat and mouse as they navigate
through the infamous Camp Crystal Lake – and all of the horrors unveiled
along the way. Brave campers will be left to their own devices to
explore the campground, while those unlucky enough
to face Freddy and Jason will suffer the gruesome fate they have in
store for them.
In addition, those seeking even more supernatural thrills are in for a treat as
Horror Made Here will present a special “forbidden screening” of the 1973 classic
The Exorcist. Visitors who wish to encounter a truly demonic
spirit will enter the safe haven of our backlot church and witness an
evil beyond this world right from the pews. In this 4D experience, guests will relive the most terrifying scenes from
The Exorcist in an unholy viewing known to provoke demonic forces.
Horror Made Here will also offer a series of attractions and activities for horror loving fans, including:
Devil’s Drop Tower: Adventurous visitors will have the opportunity to take the 90-foot plunge into the air for the scream of their life.
Stage 48: Script to Scream: Enter the world of Tim Burton and see authentic props and costumes from his iconic movies
Sweeney Todd, The Corpse Bride, Mars Attacks! and for the first time ever on display at Warner Bros., original props from the Halloween classic,
Beetlejuice.
Horror Makeup Demonstrations: Learn how makeup artists bring terrifying characters to life with our special
Horror Made Here SFX makeup demonstrations throughout the night.
The Lost Boys Arcade: Play iconic games in the retro Lost Boys-themed arcade. Games include titles like Ms. Pac-Man, Tetris, Mario Bros, Space Invaders and Terminator 2 Pinball.
Horror Made Here Night Tour: Board a quick
nighttime tour through the Warner Bros.’ backlot for a guided
exploration behind-the-scenes of beloved titles in horror entertainment,
including iconic filming locations like New York Street, where
House of Wax was shot.
Additionally,
Horror Made Here will feature carnival games, live entertainment, a “Little Shop of Horrors” where guests can purchase Halloween and
Horror Made Here merchandise, plus fun food and beverage options, including the goth-punk
Fangtasia Bar featured in the HBO series True Blood, serving regular drinks for humans and “Tru-Blood” for vampires.
“We are thrilled to announce our expanded line-up for
Horror Made Here. At Warner Bros., we are committed to delivering
not just a scary experience, but one that’s unforgettably unique to its
setting on the legendary backlot where some of horror’s most iconic
films were brought to life,” said Gary Soloff,
Director of Marketing, WBSTH. “This year, our extended nights and hours
will give guests the opportunity to relive some of their favorite
moments in horror while also enjoying our creepy carnival filled with
more entertainment and plenty of food and drinks.”
Horror Made Here will begin on October 5, 2018, allowing fans to face their biggest fears for 13 nights. Tickets are on sale now, starting from $59 per person at horrormadehere.com.
For
a premium experience, join “The Losers’ Club” for the night to enjoy
front-of-line access to each maze, two complimentary beverages, one free
IT photo-op, and free priority parking.
Universal Studios reveals first look images from the “Stranger Things” haunted mazes coming to life at “Halloween Horror Nights” 2018.
For the first time ever, Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Singapore
are partnering with
Netflix to bring “Stranger Things” to life at their “Halloween Horror
Nights” events. Each park will feature its very own maze that will give
guests the chance to brave the Upside Down and
encounter iconic scenes, characters and environments from season one of the critically-acclaimed series.
The
images showcase some of the eerily-authentic environments guests will
encounter at “Halloween Horror Nights” 2018 – including the Byers’
living room adorned with an erratic display of flashing
Christmas lights, Hawkins National Laboratory in the Upside Down,
Will’s makeshift fort called Castle Byers and more.
“Halloween Horror Nights” begins Friday, September 14 in Hollywood and Orlando, and on Thursday, September 27 in Singapore. Tickets and vacation packages are on sale now. For more information about “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando Resort or Universal Studios Singapore, visit www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com.
From September 14th through October 18th, Disney and AMC Theatres are bringing back the popular “Dream Big Princess” series, which will give fans of all ages the opportunity to relive the magic of their favorite Disney Princess movies on the big screen.
Starting with the live action adaptation of Beauty and the Beast, each film will run on a limited one day engagement at all participating AMC Theatres. The series will blend both live action and animated favorites in their lineup, bringing the best of Walt Disney Studios center stage for the engagement.
AMC is also teaming up with Hasbro and Walmart to include an added bonus promotion for those seeing the films. If guests purchase 4 tickets for any “Dream Big Princess” title online, they will receive a $5 Walmart Gift Card good towards any Hasbro Disney Princess Doll while supplies last.
You can purchase your tickets and find out if your local AMC is participating by checking out the official event page. Take a look at the full schedule below!
Why celebrate the spookiest time of the year for only 13 nights when you can celebrate for 31!? Freeform has expanded their annual Halloween programming event to “31 Nights of Halloween” bringing more thrills and chills to the entire month. From Oct. 1, the network will be invaded by everyone’s favorite witches, a murderous barber, out of control dinosaurs and everything else that goes bump in the night.
This year’s event will also be the exclusive television home for the film “Hocus Pocus,” which is celebrating its 25 anniversary, and will end with an all-day marathon featuring the hauntingly beautiful Sanderson Sisters. Also marking a huge milestone, “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas” will celebrate its 25 anniversary on Oct. 29!
“Decorating Disney: Halloween Magic,” premiering Oct. 14, will give audiences a spooky behind the scenes tour on how Halloween “spirits” spread throughout the Disney parks. From the executive producers of the “Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings” series and last year’s special “Decorating Disney: Holiday Magic,” viewers will learn how the dedicated team of Disney cast members bring Halloween to life with pumpkins, ghosts and ghoulish delights around every corner of these magical destinations.
Below is a night-by-night list of the movies airing during “31 Nights of Halloween”:
Hidden in the sea of pumpkins, orange, and Halloween-themed merchandise, Disneyland guests may start to see a glimmer of Yuletide treasures as Disney has given us our first look at what’s to come for this year’s Christmas merchandise collection. The series is a perfect mix of classic Disney and vintage holiday themes.
Mickey and Minnie are center stage, being featured on various items such as candles, ornaments, and other fun additions. Though it may come as a surprise to see these pieces out so early, it’s definitely a pleasant throwback to the iconic “pie-eyed” Mickey era. Take a look at the complete collection below!
2018 Disneyland Christmas Merchandise Preview
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Though before you start singing Jingle Bells, don’t forget that Halloween time is about to begin at the Disneyland Resort! You can learn more about all the spooky and fun holiday offerings and merchandise by checking out our helpful food and merchandise previews. Stay tuned for all the latest Disney news and surprises!
Turn on your television sets and return to an era of nostalgia with Disney Parks latest release, a limited edition pin collection featuring the legendary moments of Walt Disney. The entire run is split into three collections that include a boxed set, individual pins, as well as mystery pin boxes. Each piece weaves the tapestry and evolution of Walt’s original broadcasts into the modern television hits that currently dominate the Disney Channel scene.
Each series focuses on different milestones, such as the original Disneyland television series, which was Walt Disney’s promotional push to prepare guests for the opening of the theme park back in 1954 on ABC. Each special, headlined by Walt and Tinkerbell, gave us a tease of what was to come, what lands were to be discovered, and how far along the Disneyland project had come.
Other prominently featured series include the original Mickey Mouse Club, DuckTales, as well as Winnie the Pooh. This set is vast, and is an unexpected surprise for anyone in the pin collector field. Though, even for non pin enthusiasts, this is a great opportunity to look back on the amazing legacy Walt help start, leading us to all the great television moments we treasure today. Prices range from $16.99 to $119.99, so make sure to take a look and make room in your pin collection before these limited pins fly off the shelves.
The first step in the larger world of Disney Parks’ Star Wars themed lands has begun, revealing a brand new Cantina scheduled to open in 2019. The Disney Parks Blog stated that Oga’s Cantina will be welcoming travelers from all across the galaxy, creating a haven for all those needing refuge from the epic war among the stars.
The cantina will be run by a new alien character, Oga Garra. According to the latest reports, the location will also adhere to a strict code of conduct, meant to keep the criminal element, scum, and villainous types at bay. Part of the larger Black Spire Outpost, Oga will be serving up exotic and highly sought after concoctions. Served in “unique vessels”, each item will be a rare treat worth exploring. The post also hinted at possible adult beverages, which will be a Disneyland first.
In pure Star Wars fashion, music will also be found at Oga’s, courtesy of RX-24, who you may recognize as the rookie pilot from the original Star Tours journey to Endor. All these years later, RX has found his home as the cantina’s DJ. This touching tribute is one of many amazing things that will be found both at the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge will open 2019!
Dole Whip is now on the go with Disneyland’s latest update to their Mobile Ordering Service, giving park guests a whole new reason to sink their teeth into the app feature that debuted earlier this year.
Two locations will be added in Disneyland with one in Disney California Adventure. Here’s a look at each new spot:
Tiki Juice Bar- Disneyland Park
Harbour Galley- Disneyland Park
Bayside Brews- Disney California Adventure Park
Tiki Juice Bar joining the list is the big news, as the world famous quick service location has a constant and overwhelming demand. Dole Whip is one of the most sought after Disney Parks food items, generating nonstop lines that last throughout the day.
This news comes shortly after the release of new information on Adventureland’s Tropical Hideaway, opening this fall. Next month more options will become available, including Edelweiss Snacks, Stage Door Cafe, Refreshment (“Coke”) Corner and Royal Street Veranda. There appears to be no shortage of new surprises, so stay tuned for more as the Disneyland Resort transitions into Fall Mode.
Anaheim GardenWalk, a unique “eatertainment” destination just steps from Southern California’s Disneyland Resort and Anaheim Convention Center (www.anaheimgardenwalk.com), announced the addition of Soccer Wearhouse, a specialty retailer offering soccer equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. The 6,363-square-foot Soccer Wearhouse is scheduled to open at Anaheim GardenWalk this fall and will be located on the Main Level near O’Neill.
“Soccer Wearhouse will be a welcome addition to the Anaheim GardenWalk retail lineup,” says Robin Weeks-Wynne, Senior Director, Marketing and Tourism, Anaheim GardenWalk. “The store caters to local families involved in soccer as well as dedicated soccer fans and visitors attending sports conventions at the nearby Anaheim Convention Center.”
“Because it’s within walking distance of the Disneyland Resort and Anaheim Convention Center and only a short drive from dozens of well-known area hotels, Anaheim GardenWalk provides the perfect venue for our newest retail location,” says Diego Portillo, co-owner, Soccer Wearhouse. “With its unique ‘eatertainment’ offerings, Anaheim GardenWalk has become one of the area’s most significant and most conveniently located hot spots drawing guests that are a perfect match for our store’s ‘extreme sports’ demographic.”
From a sizable selection of over 250 styles of soccer cleats to the most sought-after European and North American soccer team jerseys and fan gear, Soccer Wearhouse is the place to go for all-things-soccer. The store carries a wide array of the industry’s top name brands – including Nike, Adidas, Puma, Under Armour and New Balance – and has developed a stellar reputation for its knowledgeable sales associates and competitive pricing.
The next time you’re on safari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, be on the lookout for Aella (pronounced “eye-la”), a two-month-old Masai giraffe calf who just made her debut on the Kilimanjaro Safaris savanna. Guests and Cast should be able to easily spot her as she is the youngest and smallest giraffe in the herd.
Born on June 29, Aella was more than five-feet-tall at birth. Up until now, she has been spending precious moments bonding and nursing with her mom Lily in a backstage habitat.
Named after an Amazon warrior, Aella is known to be a brave and bold young giraffe with a curious and independent spirit. She’s adventurous enough to explore on her own, sometimes leaving mom a few paces behind.
Aella’s birth marks a first for her parents – mom Lily and dad George. The pair was chosen to breed through the Species Survival Plan (SSP), which is overseen by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and ensures responsible breeding of threatened and endangered species. Breeding this pair is important to the long-term survival of the species because it adds more genetic diversity to the giraffe population, which helps ensure future generations.
Aella will nurse for about a year, and then, as a herbivore, she will move to the lush vegetation available throughout the savanna. When full grown, she will use her 18-inch tongue to strip leaves off thorny branches from the tops and sides of trees to consume up to 75 pounds of food a day. That’s a tall order!
The Masai giraffe is a vulnerable species found primarily in Kenya and Tanzania. There are believed to be roughly 32,000 Masai giraffes left in the wild, and their population continues to decline because of poaching and habitat loss.
The Disney Conservation Fund supports conservation efforts in Africa to protect wildlife habitats, including those of giraffes. Earlier this year, several Disney animal care experts went to Uganda to help relocate a herd of giraffes across the Nile River to establish a newer, safer habitat away from oil-drilling fields. Another team went to Kenya to support a giraffe and zebra population census.
To learn more about giraffes and the threats they face in the wild, visit DisneyAnimals.com.
This post was written By Dr. Scott Terrell, Director, Animal & Science Operations
Each series focuses on different milestones, such as the original Disneyland television series, which was Walt Disney’s promotional push to prepare guests for the opening of the theme park back in 1954 on ABC. Each special, headlined by Walt and Tinkerbell, gave us a tease of what was to come, what lands were to be discovered, and how far along the Disneyland project had come.
