Enchant a Disney enthusiast with the LEGO Mini Disney Sleeping Beauty Castle (40720), an enchanting construction set that sparks joy and creativity for builders aged 12 and up. Inspired by the iconic Sleeping Beauty Walkthrough attraction nestled within Disneyland California, this miniature marvel encapsulates the castle’s charm and elegance. Coming Soon on June 1, 2024.
This buildable playset captures the essence of Sleeping Beauty’s fairytale abode with meticulous attention to detail. LEGO pieces in a harmonious blend of traditional pink, blue, and gold hues mirror the castle’s real-life grandeur. The instantly recognizable turrets and spires rise proudly, adding an air of majesty to the miniature structure.
A charming Sleeping Beauty mini-doll, Princess Aurora herself, graces the set, adorned in her signature pink gown and shimmering golden crown. This delightful addition invites builders to embark on imaginative adventures, weaving their own tales of enchantment and wonder.
Crafted with 528 pieces, the completed castle stands over 7 inches (18 cm) high, 5.5 inches (14 cm) wide, and 4 inches (11 cm) deep, making it a captivating display piece and a cherished keepsake. Whether gifted to a young Disney aficionado or a passionate collector, the LEGO Mini Disney Sleeping Beauty Castle promises hours of engaging construction and boundless opportunities for imaginative play.
Rediscover the magic of Sleeping Beauty’s enchanting world with this LEGO masterpiece, a testament to the enduring allure of Disney’s beloved fairy tales.
LEGOLAND California officially introduced the nation’s first LEGO World Parade. Visitors can celebrate the summer season in the best way possible – by dancing and singing along as LEGO® themed parade floats starring iconic new characters make their way through the family theme park.
“Surrounded by a whirlwind of streamers and waving flags, we proudly launched the nation’s inaugural LEGO World Parade at LEGOLAND California today,” said President of LEGOLAND California Resort Kurt Stocks. “This landmark Parade feels even more celebratory as we honor LEGOLAND California Resort’s 25th birthday this year. Every float tells a story and every step along the way ignites imagination. The Parade is the perfect finale to a day spent riding, climbing, splashing, and building through our 60+ rides, shows and attractions.”
The Parade features a dazzling array of LEGO-themed floats including a bright red LEGO City Firetruck, a swashbuckling pirate ship, and floats inspired by LEGO® NINJAGO®, LEGO® City Deep Sea Adventure, and DUPLO®. Accompanying these floats is an exclusive ensemble of LEGO characters and more than 50 performers, captivating audiences as they march through the west side of the Park.
LIMITED TIME OFFER: Experience the magic of the LEGO World Parade with a limited time offer: $29 Kids Tickets!
The excitement doesn’t end there! Summer at LEGOLAND California Resort features a slate of exciting happenings, including the recently opened new land, Dino Valley. Here’s what to expect:
Dino Valley: Dinosaurs roared to life earlier this year in Dino Valley. The new land near the entrance of thePark features three roar-some rides, a build and play area, and tons of prehistoric fun.
LEGOLAND Water Park: Get ready to splash into summer: LEGOLAND Water Park is open for the season! Featuring more than seven slides, sandy beaches, and LEGO Legends of CHIMA Water Park, the Park comprises 10 acres of water fun!
Birthday Block Party: To celebrate LEGOLAND California’s 25th birthday year, enjoy an exciting lineup of performances and experiences, including:
GO Xtreme!: Ready, set,GO Xtreme! Prepare to be on the edge of your seat as professional athletes showcase jaw-dropping stunts and gravity-defying acts during this fun summer show.
Once Upon a Brick – The Tale of the King: This silly slapstick comedy “Once Upon a Brick” is sure to make all guests giggle and smile. Visit the Castle Stage to see Kingdom characters like the King come to life in this interactive storytelling show.
School of Spinjitzu: Witness the kicks and tricks of ninja masters! Learn to kick, chop, spin, and balance just like a ninja master in this interactive martial arts style show.
Red, White & BOOM!: The summer heats up at LEGOLAND California Resort with a star-spangled 4th of July celebration: Red, White & BOOM! Throughout the day, kids of all ages can participate in all-American family picnic games and building activities. At night, the evening fireworks show combines patriotic music with dazzling pyrotechnics – be sure to grab a special pair of glasses that turn the fireworks into LEGO bricks.
For more information about LEGOLAND California, visit our website
Frank Marshall, the well-known producer, and frequent Spielberg collaborator, has quietly been directing some of the best music documentaries to hit streaming platforms in recent years. His filmography includes “The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart,” “Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story,” and “Just Call Out My Name,” a documentary on Carole King and James Taylor.
These films showcase Marshall’s talent for capturing the stories behind some of America’s greatest musical achievements. His latest project for Disney+, co-directed with Thom Zimny, tackles the story of the Beach Boys in the aptly titled documentary “The Beach Boys.”
The Beach Boys have been referred to for decades as America’s band, a moniker that originated in the tabloids of the 60s and remains a fitting description of their musical achievements and enduring influence on the industry. The documentary not only acknowledges but emphasizes this fact, primarily through interviews with industry insiders, contemporaries, and a new generation of musicians they’ve inspired.
Co-directors Marshall and Zimny, after extensive research, interviewed a wide range of talent, many of whom proudly cite the Beach Boys’ sound and style as influences. These include Janelle Monáe, Ryan Tedder, and Lindsey Buckingham, among others. Their interviews reveal not just musical influences but also personal anecdotes about how the Beach Boys’ music changed their lives. In a particularly moving moment, Janelle Monáe recalls being brought to tears as a child upon first hearing “God Only Knows.”
These personal anecdotes, along with insights from contemporaries and industry experts, illuminate the band’s profound influence on American music, the American dream, and rock and roll as a whole. However, the heart of this Californian dream group’s story lies in the band members themselves, and their story is what drives this documentary film.
The film offers an honest look at the lives of all the Beach Boys, each during their time in the band. Each member’s story is told, and the sum of their parts and stories is what makes not only the band but the story of the Beach Boys. The story is one of family, both the family you are born into and the friends who become family along the way.
The band was formed by a group of brothers, their cousin, and a best friend. This is the original group that shot to fame, the kind of dream-like beginning that could only happen in sunny Southern California, and that dream is the story that is told here.
The Beach Boys’ early music, described as feel-good and fun, mirrored their public image when they burst onto the scene. However, as the documentary reveals, things weren’t always so idyllic for this iconic rock band. They evolved beyond their original persona, and the directors masterfully explore this evolution, both of the band and its individual members. The storytelling is so compelling that you realize sometimes fact is indeed stranger than fiction.
The documentary’s use of idyllic archive photos and footage of the band in their early days as teenagers, juxtaposed with images of them gracing album covers, performing on stage, and maturing into a more sophisticated sound and look, is perhaps its strongest storytelling element. The archive footage effectively conveys their evolution, with images sometimes speaking louder than words. It also allows the band to tell their own story in their own words, particularly the Wilson brothers, whose voices might otherwise be lost due to their passing or, in Brian Wilson’s case, his struggles with mental health.
The film honors all members of the band, including Mike Love, Al Jardine, and David Marks, whose interviews offer strong and honest perspectives on their contributions and the full Beach Boys story. Other documentaries may have explored the band’s music, culture, and influence, but none have gotten as personal as this one.
The moving interviews set this film apart. The love and respect between these friends, who have not only played together for over 60 years but also share a deep bond, is palpable. The film doesn’t shy away from the difficulties the band faced but explores them with a personal touch that feels almost healing for those involved. Every interview conveys not just an interest in telling the story but a deep love for the band members themselves.
Family members and friends also contribute to the storytelling, offering support and context for both personal and professional successes and failures. These are handled with such grace that you’ll not only appreciate the Beach Boys’ music and impact but also realize how much they’ve enriched our lives.
While no one band member outshines the others, the film rightfully acknowledges the musical genius of Brian Wilson, the group’s most iconic member. His major contributions are explored alongside the activities of the rest of the band during those times.
The documentary honors his talent while reminding us that everything any member did for the band, including Brian, was done with everyone else in mind. They worked together to make their band and their music work, even when they fell short. The personal and creative struggles they faced are all part of their story, a story worth telling. These legends endured a changing tide in culture and music, as well as in their personal lives, and they did it together to keep their music alive.
“The Beach Boys” reminds us of the profound impact the band has had on the American dream and how much poorer our lives would be without them and their music. It is a testament to their enduring legacy.
After a Multi-Year Hiatus, the Notoriously Haunted Queen Mary Brings Back Fan-Favorite Halloween Event.
Named one of the Top 10 Most Haunted Places in America by Time Magazine, The Queen Mary has become synonymous with ghost sightings, scares, and paranormal activity in Southern California. From 2010-2019, the legendary Dark Harbor Halloween event captivated the residents of Long Beach and beyond until the COVID-19 pandemic and ship renovations caused the event to come to a pause. Now, for the first time in nearly four years, The Spirits Rise once again at The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor!
“After a four-year hiatus, we’re thrilled to resurrect Dark Harbor and summon the spirits back to The Queen Mary for this coming Halloween season,” said Steve Caloca, Managing Director of the Queen Mary. “We’re grateful to be working with Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group, as well as the unwavering support of the City of Long Beach. This event holds a special place in the community’s heart, and has long been a cornerstone of Long Beach’s Halloween traditions.”
Dark Harbor is a massive Halloween festival that takes place on The Queen Mary and surrounding harbor offering hair-raising-fun entertainment and special ghoulish events throughout the frightful season. This year’s event will feature haunted mazes, live entertainment, themed bars and lounges, experiences on-board the ship, festive eats and treats and, of course, the return of well-known icons like the Captain, Ringmaster, and Scary Mary. 2024 attraction details will be released in the coming months and will include both fan favorites from the past, as well as many new surprises.
“Dark Harbor has become an iconic part of our city’s Halloween celebrations, and we are excited to once again transform the Queen Mary into a haunted spectacle for scare-goers,” said Mayor Rex Richardson. “Having brought in hundreds of thousands of visitors to Long Beach in years past, its return is another major step in the Queen Mary’s recovery and return to a premier tourist attraction. I extend my appreciation to Evolution Hospitality and Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group for their partnership and to our City Council for their support.”
Southern California’s most haunted Halloween event will open on Friday, September 20th and run select nights through Saturday, November 2nd. Tickets will be available for purchase late summer 2024. For early access to presale, event updates and announcements, sign up at www.darkharborhalloween.com. The event is now hiring scare actors, event staff, tech staff and more. Job postings and applications can be found on the event website.
The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor is located at 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90802. For more information, visit www.darkharborhalloween.com
BoxLunch is celebrating the 90th anniversary of Disney’s Donald Duck with an all-new summer collection. Exclusively available online and in-store at BoxLunch, fans can style themselves for Donald’s birthday bash with beach-party-ready gear featuring the Disney icon and all of his friends.
With a blend of vintage and contemporary styles, BoxLunch’s full assortment includes new apparel, accessories, bags, home goods, and jewelry.
Highlights from the collection include a Donald Duck Summer Adventure Crewneck Tee, Ice Cream Cardigan, Smock Romper, and 90th Anniversary Beach Mini Backpack.
Now Available Exclusively in-store and at BoxLunch.com, The Full Assortment Includes New Apparel, Accessories, Jewelry, and More!
This latest release from BoxLunch exhibits the brand’s authentic dedication to fandom, offering contemporary designs that consumers can embrace with pride and joy. With every $10 spent across the retailers’ themed product offerings, BoxLunch provides a meal to a person in need through its philanthropic partnerships, including Feeding America.
I’ll be honest, I went into Girl from the North Country with little to no experience with Bob Dylan’s music. So much of it was new to me. This show performs more like a play with musical accompaniment than a true musical, with the songs being somewhat parallel to the story more than ingrained in it.
Girl from the North Country takes place in Duluth, Minnesota in 1934, in the middle of the Great Depression. Nick Laine, his wife Elizabeth, their son Gene, and their adopted Black daughter Marianne live in a Guesthouse also occupied by a small cast of characters who are all navigating the Depression together.
The Laines are already grappling with 19-year-old Marianne’s pregnancy, Gene’s alcoholism, and Elizabeth’s worsening dementia—but they are soon joined by Joe Scott, a boxer who was famous in the 1920s, trying to regain his career, and Reverend Marlowe, a grimy Bible salesman. Also living at the home are the Burke family with their non-verbal adult son, and Mrs. Neilsen, a widow who is Nick’s love interest.
The show revolves around the lives of these people for the short time they are all together at the Guesthouse, bringing laughter and heartbreak through the complexity of their characters and their relationships during a time of immense hardship.
First and foremost, the cast was exceptional! Their collective talent was truly remarkable and unlike anything I’ve ever witnessed. Nearly all the actors showcased their versatility by also serving as percussionists at various points during the performance, some even taking to a small drum kit positioned at the front of the stage. Notable standouts included Carla Woods for her captivating vocals, Jennifer Blood (portraying Elizabeth Laine) for her convincingly nuanced portrayal of a woman navigating life with dementia, and Sharaé Moultrie and Matt Manuel for their commanding vocals and skillful character development.
The rendition of “Tight Connection to My Heart (Has Anybody Seen My Love?)” was particularly beautiful. The flow of the show was marked by a remarkable blend of nuance and complexity, making it a pleasure to observe each actor’s performance and the evolution of their characters throughout the songs, most of which were performed away from the main stage, using a physical microphone. Haunting harmonies blended expertly with low, almost sepia lighting, really brought the audience into their depression-era world. The second act felt a bit darker, but the characters are so riveting, and the performances so robust, that it doesn’t feel gratuitous. “Forever Young” was compelling and heartwrenching.
If you are a fan of Bob Dylan, as many audience members the night I attended were, you will be completely moved by the arrangements in this show, and how beautifully they accompany the scenes around them. If you are not well-versed in Dylan, this show will feel like a new musical to you, and maybe the music will resonate differently, which could be a good thing. You will be entranced by the performances and feel for the struggles the characters faced in their short time together. Girl from the North Country is one not to be missed.
Girl from the North Country performs at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for three weeks only, May 14 – June 2, 2024.
Chill out with Stitch and Angel as they tackle the fifth tasty treat in the Stitch Attacks Snacks Collection: a Mickey Mouse-eared ice cream float! This month, our favorite aliens are indulging in a cool, sweet snack that’s out of this world.
Stitch and Angel are available, dressed in their adorable ice-cream-pattern outfits, as individual plushies or together in a limited-release pin set.
If you still haven’t gotten your ice cream fill, make sure to take a bite out of the Disney Eats Ice Cream Sandwich Collection, featuring a sweetly stylish Loungefly mini backpack, ear headband, and Spirit Jerseys for both Disneyland and Walt Disney World.
Check out the Stitch Attacks Snacks Ice Cream Collection and Disney Eats Ice Cream Sandwich Collection, available now on DisneyStore.com.
“Alma” guides the audience on a roller coaster of emotions with the struggling bond between an immigrant mother and her coming-of-age daughter. The tightly packed 70-minute play is presented with no intermission delivering a solid close-knit bond of family in an intimate theater space set in a small apartment complex. Fitted with a living room, kitchen, and doors to bedrooms and a hallway, there is little escape from the confines of stressful occupations of morals, responsibilities, and dreams.
Alma (Marta Portillo) is under pressure as a mother to care for her child’s physical well-being and prospects while dealing with swirling political climates and deportation. Captivating performance as a first-time mother doing her best to maintain control and breathe a suitable life in a foreign country. Angel (Heather Lee Echeverria) is a reluctant youth eager to make her way in the world but on her terms. Wanting to make her own inexperienced choices to grow and thrive without constant supervision. Believable adolescent tendencies are marked by a tender display of truth and discipline.
“Alma” showcases a gut-wrenching and powerful sadness within the immigrant family. The timeless dynamic bond of mother and daughter fits into the timely climate many immigrant families face every day and for many generations. The push and pull between hard physical labor, SAT scores, and redefining the American dream. The escalating situations can be triggering to the sensitive hearts, curious minds, and traumatized souls of the audience. An intrusive interruption between fights comes in the form of a malfunctioning television set.
A similar story device like in the 2006 comedy-drama film “Little Miss Sunshine” with the yellow Volkswagen Transporter van. An audience drawn to dramatic immigrant family stories like “Kim’s Convenience” will certainly embrace this offering. “Alma” is brave and well-suited for Mother’s Day opening weekend which can be a challenging and respectful invitation to open discussion. Relatable, grounded, and thought-provoking.
Chance Theater presents the Orange County premiere of “Alma”. Written by Benjamin Benne, winner of the ATC National Latine Playwrights Award, and directed by Sara Guerrero (Founding Artist and Artistic Director of Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble). Now playing on select dates until May 31. For more information and ticket sales, call (888) 455-4212 or visit www.ChanceTheater.com.
Make room for new emotions with Disney and Pixar’s new feature, “Inside Out 2” at the El Capitan Theatre June 14 – July 21. Tickets are on sale now including two fan event screenings. Guests can join us at our all-new dueling DJs preshow live at headquarters! Plus feel all the feels at our Joy and Anxiety statue photo op!
The fan event screenings will take place at 7:00 pm on Thursday, June 13, and Friday, June 14, each with their own exclusive items included with a ticket. Each fan event ticket is $50.
Attendees at the Thursday Fan Event will receive one Inside Out 2 Tote, popcorn, beverage event credential, and lanyard with their ticket.
Attendees at the Friday Fan Event will receive one Inside Out 2 Cap, popcorn tin with popcorn, beverage event credential, and lanyard with their ticket.
Daily showtimes for “Inside Out 2” are 10:00 am, 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm, and 7:00 pm and 9:55 pm. Dolby Vision 3D showtimes are available Saturday-Thursday at 4 pm, and Friday at 7 pm. Dates and showtimes are subject to change.
Sensory Inclusive Screenings (shown in 2D) are available June 29 at 1:00 pm and July 2 at 7:00 pm. Open Caption screenings (shown in 2D) are available June 27 at 7:00 pm and June 20 at 1:00 pm. Spanish Dubbed screenings (shown in 3D) are available June 26 at 7:00 pm and July 6 at 1:00 pm.
Tickets are now on sale for Disney and Pixar’s upcoming theatrical release, “Inside Out 2,” which welcomes new Emotions to now-teenager Riley’s mind. Advance tickets are available on Fandango, https://www.fandango.com/InsideOut2, and wherever tickets are sold.
Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” returns to the mind of newly minted teenager Riley just as Headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions. Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust, who’ve long been running a successful operation by all accounts, aren’t sure how to feel when Anxiety, Envy, Ennui, and Embarrassment show up.
The voice cast includes Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, Kensington Tallman, Liza Lapira, Tony Hale, Lewis Black, Phyllis Smith, Ayo Edebiri, Lilimar, Grace Lu, Sumayyah Nuriddin-Green, Adèle Exarchopoulos, Diane Lane, Kyle MacLachlan, Paul Walter Hauser and Yvette Nicole Brown. “Inside Out 2” is directed by Kelsey Mann, produced by Mark Nielsen and executive produced by Pete Docter, Jonas Rivera, and Dan Scanlon.
The film features a screenplay by Meg LeFauve and Dave Holstein and a story by Mann and LeFauve. With music by Andrea Datzman, the all-new feature film releases only in theaters on June 14, 2024.
“Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play” presented by Walmart marks the latest version of the Disney Jr. live tour, which will visit Costa Mesa on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. New to the tour this year is the addition of Ariel from the highly anticipated new series “Disney Jr.’s Ariel,” who will make her debut alongside, Minnie, Goofy, and characters from other fan-favorite Disney Jr. series, including “Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends” and “SuperKitties.” The tour will also feature the iconic Clubhouse from “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.”
Tickets start at $23 and will be available for purchase online at scfta.org, in person at 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626, or by phone at 714.556.2787.
The newest iteration of the three-time Pollstar-nominated (2019, 2020, 2022) Disney Jr. Live Tour, which has sold over 750,000 tickets, kicks off the 2024 tour in Southern California on Sept. 17 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa. It will make its first-ever appearance at Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sept. 20. Additional stops include The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York, The Opry House in Nashville, and the Rosemont Theatre in Chicago. For tour information and to purchase tickets, visit www.disneyjuniortour.com.
Disney Visa card members can purchase tickets to “Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play” before the general public beginning Tuesday, May 14, at 10 a.m. through Thursday, May 16, at 10 p.m. local time. Additional presales will run throughout the week ahead of the general on-sale beginning Friday, May 17. VIP packages, including admission to the VIP preparty interactive experience, are available for purchase.
“We are very excited to introduce preschoolers and their families to our newest series, ‘Disney Jr.’s Ariel,’ with a musical segment starring our young little mermaid,” shared Jennifer Rogers Doyle, senior vice president of Networks Franchise Management, Integrated Planning and Licensing at Disney Entertainment. “We are also excited to announce that, for the first time, the iconic Clubhouse from ‘Mickey Mouse Clubhouse’ will be incorporated into our live show, ‘Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play.’ This will bring the wonderment and delight of the Clubhouse experience to our youngest fans.”
Inspired by hit series from the 24-hour Disney Jr. channel, in “Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play,” Mickey is getting ready for the biggest playdate ever at the Clubhouse with all his favorite pals, including Minnie, Goofy, the “Puppy Dog Pals,” Ginny and Bitsy from “SuperKitties,” and Ariel from “Disney Jr.’s Ariel,” but mysterious weather keeps interrupting the fun. Can Team Spidey from “Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends”find out who is behind this and help save the playdate?
To help families prepare for the ultimate Disney Jr. live tour experience, families can visit participating Walmart stores. Consumers nationally will find a wide range of Disney Jr. products such as toys, apparel, costumes, and more.
“Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play” features songs from hit Disney Jr. series, including three from “Disney Jr.’s Ariel” and brand-new songs “Do the Spidey,” from “Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends” written by series’ composer/songwriter Patrick Stump (Fall Out Boy), and “Oopsie Kitty” from “SuperKitties.” The full playlist from the show can be found here.
“‘Disney Jr. Live On Tour’ has continued to grow over the past five years and is now one of the biggest family touring franchises on the road,” says Jonathan Shank, executive producer, Terrapin Station. “We are thrilled to bring this all-new show to theaters across the country.”
This holiday season, experience the magic of Oz like never before. After captivating audiences for two decades on Broadway, the beloved musical Wicked takes flight as a spectacular, two-part cinematic event.
Journey to the Land of Oz and witness the untold story of its most iconic witches. Cynthia Erivo, the Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award-winning powerhouse, stars as Elphaba, the misunderstood green-skinned woman who discovers her extraordinary power. Alongside her is global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, the popular and ambitious young woman who seeks to uncover her true heart.
Watch as their unlikely friendship blossoms amidst the whimsy of Shiz University. However, their bond is tested when they cross paths with the enigmatic Wizard of Oz. Glinda’s pursuit of popularity leads her down a treacherous path of power, while Elphaba’s unwavering commitment to her beliefs sets her on a course with unexpected consequences. Witness their extraordinary adventures as they ultimately embrace their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
The star-studded cast includes Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey, Tony nominee Ethan Slater, Marissa Bode, and the legendary Jeff Goldblum. Rounding out the ensemble are Bowen Yang, Bronwyn James, Keala Settle, and Peter Dinklage, who lends his voice to the enigmatic Dr. Dillamond.
Directed by the acclaimed Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights), this immersive cultural celebration will enchant audiences of all ages. Don’t miss the first chapter of this epic tale, with Wicked Part Two scheduled for release on November 26, 2025.
"For the first time in forever," experience the musical phenomenon which has taken the world by storm. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature...
