Launching in January 2024, the Collection Features a Mini Backpack and Zip Around Wallet Inspired by Disney’s First Classic Full-Length Animated Film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Loungefly has announced an all-new collection in collaboration with Disney. Available on Loungefly.com and select retailers this January, the new accessories line unveils a stylish and wickedly glamorous take on the Evil Queen from Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Featuring alluring and striking designs from the beloved Disney film, the collection includes Loungefly’s signature mini backpack (MSRP: $90) and matching zip-around wallet (MSRP: $40), showcasing the malevolent Evil Queen as she peeks over in regal purple and black sequins.
Loungefly represents Disney’s Snow White villain through its high-quality products, making this collection a perfect match for fans to pay homage to the legendary character’s wicked charm.
Loungefly intricately designs its backpacks, wallets, crossbody bags, apparel, and small accessories to tell wearable stories inspired by the most beloved franchises in the world. Crafted with care and precision, Loungefly leaves no detail overlooked, so fans can find value in every stitch. From detailed zipper charms to custom-themed linings, Loungefly’s accessories showcase an authentic passion for the fandom that collectors proudly wear.
Plan fun outings with the new Loungefly x Disney “Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night” Drive-In Movie collection. Available for purchase in January 2024.
Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Drive-In Mini Backpack
On the front, Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse enjoy a drive-in movie—and you can look on to see the printed screen ahead of them. Lenticular details reveal various scenes that play out on the screen: a black-and-white road with hearts appearing in clouds and trees, the “Intermission” sign, and a black-and-white scene of two swans whose necks and beaks form a heart. Applique details bring Mickey and Minnie’s faces to life, and the car in which they’re seated is a front pocket.
Above them, stars scatter against the night sky. The artwork continues on the side pockets, where you’ll find Disney’s Donald Duck and Daisy Duck on one panel. On the other panel, Disney’s Chip and Dale are perched on a popcorn bucket, and they’re enjoying a snack. The stars and the night sky carry over to the top of the backpack and the back, where a printed retro drive-in sign announces the line-up for the evening: Happily in Love, A Dance to Remember, and Love in the Stars. Straps and accents in teal blue add a pop of brilliant color. Bring your plus one and capture hearts wherever you go with this stylish backpack.
The Loungefly Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night Drive-In Movie Mini Backpack is made of vegan leather (polyurethane). The backpack has adjustable shoulder straps, side pockets, and silver-colored metal hardware. Additional features include applique, debossed, lenticular, and printed details. Take note of the coordinating inside lining. This backpack is an officially licensed Disney product.
MSRP: $80.00
Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Drive-In Lanyard With Cardholder
Plan fun outings with our Loungefly Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night Drive-In Movie Lanyard with Card Holder. On the front of the cardholder, Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse watch a movie from their car. The license plate on the back reads “Love 28,” and the “screen” in front of them shows a black-and-white scene from a movie.
The reverse side has a clear slot for displaying your ID, and the lanyard strap features a black and white checkerboard pattern, reminiscent of a dance floor in a retro diner. The white boxes contain a motif of records, ice cream sundaes, popcorn, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and jukeboxes. A rubber charm of an ice cream sundae tops off the look. Bring your plus one and capture hearts wherever you go with this stylish accessory.
The card holder is made of vegan leather (polyurethane). Other features include printed details and silver-colored metal hardware. This is an officially licensed Disney product.
MSRP: $12.00
The Loungefly x Disney “Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night” Diner All-Over-Print Nylon Collection is ready for fun. These accessories feature an all-over black-and-white checkered pattern, reminiscent of a dance floor in a 1950s diner. Inside the white checker boxes, you’ll find printed images of records, jukeboxes, Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, popcorn, and ice cream sundaes.
Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Diner Aop Nylon Mini Backpack
Signature Mickey Mouse ears also pop up on top. Accents of teal, including a 3D bow, add a retro pop of color, and a front zipper compartment secures smaller items for your journey. Bring your plus one, and this backpack, to kick up your heels in style.
The Loungefly Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night Diner All-over Print Nylon Mini Backpack is made of nylon. Backpack has adjustable shoulder straps, side pockets, a 3D bow, and silver-colored metal hardware. Additional features include applique and printed details. Take note of the inside lining with the classic Loungefly logo. This backpack is an officially licensed Disney product.
MSRP: $45.00
Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Diner Aop Nylon Wristlet
Accents of teal add a retro pop of color. When you open the wallet, there are approximately four slots for holding cards and securing valuables. Bring your plus one, and this wallet, to kick up your heels in style. The Loungefly Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night Diner All-Over-Print Nylon Wristlet is made of nylon. Wallet zips closed with silver-colored metal hardware. Additional features include printed details. Take note of the inside lining with the Loungefly logo. This wallet is an officially licensed Disney product.
MSRP: $20.00
Lf Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Diner Records Headband
The applique ears at the top are shaped like records, and they spin on a metal rivet! On the back, the ears display a different scene: an all-over-print of pink and white checkered boxes with a motif of records, sundaes, and popcorn in the white spaces. The 3D bow in the middle is removable, and it features a black-and-white checkered pattern, reminiscent of a 1950s diner dance floor. Accents of teal add a pop of retro color. This cute headband also features the signature Loungefly embroidery on the side. Select your favorite song from the jukebox and kick up your heels with this charming accessory. This headband is an officially licensed Disney product. One size fits most.
MSRP: $30.00
Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Ice Cream Keychain
Duck into the diner for a stylish treat! Our Loungefly Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night Ice Cream Silicone Keychain is ready for fun! This keychain takes on the shape of an ice cream treat in an old-fashioned soda glass. The scoops of ice cream form Mickey Mouse ears as well! The silicone on the front contrasts with the metal backing to create a unique texture. Treat yourself with this charming accessory.
Keychain features a silicone molded front with gunmetal-colored backing. This keychain is an officially licensed Disney product.
MSRP: $10.00
Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Diner Unisex Hoodie
This hoodie features color blocking, with accents in teal and pink. Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse take stage in the middle while they dance in front of a jukebox. The sleeves carry a black-and-white checkerboard pattern, reminiscent of a classic 1950s diner dance floor. Bring your plus one and capture hearts wherever you go with this stylish hoodie.
The Loungefly Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night Diner Unisex Hoodie is made of French terry fabric (60% cotton, 40% polyester). Additional features include an extra-large, lanyard-style drawcord, and a lined jersey hood. This hoodie is an officially licensed Disney product. Comes in unisex sizes S through 3X. Sizing is very specific.
MSRP: $70.00
Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Diner Checkered Unisex Tee
A black-and-white checkerboard pattern, reminiscent of a 1950s diner dance floor, covers this comfy tee. The white boxes in the design hold various print images of records, ice cream, Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, popcorn, and jukeboxes. Bring your plus one and capture hearts wherever you go with this stylish tee.
The Loungefly Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night Diner Checkered Unisex Tee features a roller print and is made of 100% cotton jersey. This tee is an officially licensed Disney product.
MSRP: $35.00
Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Mystery Box Pin – Each
Stay up to date! Our Loungefly Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night Mystery Box Pins reveal the sweetest of stories. Each enamel pin represents an element of a date night that Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse share. Key moments, captured on individual pins, include the following: Minnie gets ready for her date, as she looks in the mirror; Mickey presents Minnie with a flower; they share an ice cream treat; Mickey and Minnie dance; and Minnie gives Mickey a kiss.
Pins are sold individually and in mystery box packaging. There’s a 1 in 12 chance you may find the glitter chase of Mickey and Minnie in their car, with a license plate that reads “Love 28.” Collect them all and update your wardrobe in versatile Disney fashion.
Each enamel pin is approximately 1.5 inches and features shiny silver-colored metal hardware and signature Loungefly/Funko crown debossing. These pins are officially licensed Disney products.
Item selection is random, as each piece is in mystery packaging. You may receive duplicate figures. Chase variants are shipped at random. Receiving a chase with purchase is not guaranteed.
MSRP: $10.00 Each
Disney Minnie And Mickey Date Night Juke Box 3″ Collector Box Pin
Take a spin across the dance floor and celebrate! Our Loungefly Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night Jukebox 3-Inch Collector Box Pin is ready to take center stage in your pin collection. This enamel pin features Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, dancing in front of a colorful jukebox—and a sliding mechanism allows you to move them back and forth across the retro-patterned dance floor. Shake up your pin collection with this charming addition.
Enamel pin details include layering and a sliding mechanism. The silver-colored metal backing has the signature Funko crown debossing as well as the embossed crown on the back, noting the limited-edition piece count.
Enamel pin is 3 inches tall and comes in a window-display collector box. This pin is an officially licensed Disney product.
MSRP: $20.00
Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Diner Cross Body Bag
This bag “transforms” into a diner setting for Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on their date. The front flap is a die-cut applique, in soft blue and white stripes, replicating the awning of the outside of a diner. Through the window view, you can see printed images of Mickey and Minnie, sharing an ice cream soda and gazing into each other’s eyes.
Flowers grow just beneath the outside of the window, against the black and white checkered “wall” background below. Inside, records hang on the wall behind Mickey and Minnie. The side panels include the flower-printed images from the front, and on the back, Mickey and Minnie dance in front of the jukebox. Bring your plus one and kick up your heels with this charming accessory.
Crossbody bag features include vegan leather (polyurethane), shiny silver-colored metal hardware, a handle, adjustable shoulder straps, and applique, embossed, and printed details. Note the coordinating lining.
This crossbody bag is an officially licensed Disney product.
MSRP: $70.00
Disney Mickey And Minnie Date Night Drive-In Zip Around Wallet
On the front of this wallet, Disney’s Mickey Mouse offers Minnie Mouse a flower, as they stand in front of their car at the drive-in movie theater. Applique details bring the scene to life, and the license plate on the car reads “Love 28.” Above them, stars scatter against the night sky. On the back, Mickey and Minnie are seated in their car, gazing up at the stars, with some of those stars forming a heart.
Inside, there are four slots for holding cards and one clear slot for displaying your ID. A die-cut shape of Mickey Mouse ears adds a signature touch. Bring your plus one and capture hearts wherever you go with this stylish accessory.
The Loungefly Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Date Night Drive-In Movie Zip-Around Wallet is made of vegan leather (polyurethane). Wallet zips closed with silver-colored metal hardware. Additional features include applique and printed details. Take note of the coordinating inside lining. This wallet is an officially licensed Disney product.
The Disneyland Resort has released the live entertainment schedule for 2024. Guests of all ages can enjoy a variety of performances as well as create new memories with many returning and reimagined offerings adding to the robust slate of entertainment available all year long.
From character encounters and dance parties to parades and nighttime spectaculars, you could spend a full day and night enjoying the entertainment offerings across the resort. Here are several spectacular highlights:
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Disneyland Park
“Mickey’s Mix Magic” – performing Jan. 8-March 21 and April 15-25: Projections, lighting effects, lasers and catchy Disney tunes create a family-friendly dance party atmosphere throughout Disneyland Park. The high-energy nighttime spectacular is enhanced with the addition of fireworks on select evenings.
“Magic Happens” parade – returns Feb. 2: Moments of magic from Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios films are brought to life on a grand scale with stunning floats, artistic costumes and an energetic musical score.
“Wondrous Journeys” – returns for a special presentation March 22-April 14: Created as a tribute to the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company in 2023, the nighttime spectacular includes nods to Walt Disney Animation Studios films over the past century. Main Street, U.S.A., Sleeping Beauty Castle, the façade of “it’s a small world” and the Rivers of America become an artist’s canvas with lighting effects, customized projections, sparkling fireworks and more.
“Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” – returns April 26-Aug. 4: A tribute to the journey of friendship, this heartwarming show returns with some all-new scenes as part of the limited-time Pixar Fest On select nights, fireworks take the celebration sky high.
“Fantasmic!” – returns May 24: Soaring music, dozens of live performers, character appearances and projections will once again illuminate the Rivers of America. In 2024, the treasured nighttime specular returns with new special effects, a thrilling new battle scene between Sorcerer Mickey and Maleficent, plus the return of the iconic “Peter Pan” scene.
Storytelling at the Royal Theatre: Renaissance men Messieurs Smythe and Jones, with the assistance of some fellow villagers and the audience, bring the tales of “Beauty and the Beast” and “Tangled” to life with music, whimsy and humor.
Live music: The melodic sounds of the Disneyland Band, the Dapper Dans quartet, and the Straw Hatters are all on display on Main Street, S.A. In New Orleans Square, the toe-tapping performances star the Bootstrappers and the Jambalaya Jazz Band.
Special and seasonal nighttime spectaculars: During seasonal celebrations and special events, guests can experience specially themed nighttime spectaculars, such as “Halloween Screams” and “Believe… in Holiday Magic.”
At Disney California Adventure Park
“Better Together – A Pixar Pals Celebration!” – debuts April 26: The new daytime parade at Disney California Adventure Park debuts during Pixar Fest, featuring favorite friends and new characters from the latest Pixar films, including “Turning Red.”
“Disney Junior Dance Party!”: Mickey Mouse is joined by favorite Disney Junior characters, including Doc McStuffins and Vampirina.
“The Amazing Spider-Man!”: Throughout the day, guests have the chance to witness Spider-Man swing into action high above Avengers Campus with gravity-defying, acrobatic feats never before seen in a Disney park.
“Warriors of Wakanda: The Disciplines of the Dora Milaje”: Recruits at Avengers Campus are invited to join Black Panther’s loyal bodyguards, the Dora Milaje, in training sessions in the courtyard near Avengers Headquarters.
“Doctor Strange: Mysteries of the Mystic Arts”: Doctor Strange steps forth through an inter-dimensional portal to engage guests with illusions, sorcery and tales to astonish from his collection of mysterious relics.
“Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Dance Off!”: Star Lord and Gamora lead a groovy dance party set to rock and roll classics from Peter Quill’s beloved boom box.
Live music: The swinging jazz combo Five & Dime delivers pizzazz and razzmatazz to Buena Vista Street. During “Operation: Playtime!”, the Green Army Patrol from Pixar’s “Toy Story” convoy the park. Plus, the Hollywood Backlot Stage and Paradise Garden Bandstand often host live musical acts.
Special seasonal entertainment: Disney California Adventure offers a variety of special entertainment during seasonal festivals, including Lunar New Year, the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival and Disney Festival of Holidays.
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The live entertainment experiences at Disneyland Resort extend beyond the theme parks, with a rotating lineup of nighttime musical entertainment at the newly opened Downtown Disney LIVE! stage and seasonally at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort, with talented entertainers making appearances throughout the year.
Book a Disney cruise by February 16, 2024, and pay only half of your required deposit on the day you make your reservation. See Important Details below.
This offer is valid on any new reservation for select Disney cruises departing between June 17, 2024, and May 31, 2025, and does not require final payment at the time of booking. The remaining balance will be due at the time of final payment.
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Embark on a tropical cruise to the Caribbean or The Bahamas—or choose from one of our other fun-filled itineraries to Alaska, Europe, Mexico, and beyond. With exciting voyages sailing from Florida, Texas, and California, there’s no better time to cast off with Disney Cruise Line on that family vacation you’ve been dreaming about.
The Bahamas
Chart a course from Port Canaveral or Fort Lauderdale on an unforgettable Bahamian cruise and discover a tropical world awash with sand and surf, including a visit to our private island Disney Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
Caribbean
Find paradise on an extended voyage to the sun-kissed Caribbean to destinations including St. Thomas, Jamaica, and Grand Cayman, where you can swim, sunbathe, and soak up the fun at our private island Disney Castaway Cay. You can also shop for unique handmade goods, explore fascinating historic sites, and savor the local cuisine of our scenic ports of call.
Alaska
Stroll through the quiet seaside steeped in history and natural beauty—where exciting wildlife like bears and moose roam free—on an Alaskan cruise from Vancouver. Navigate the Inside Passage to historic mining towns or catch a glimpse of majestic whales in the sea.
Europe
Vibrant culture and timeless allure are yours to discover on an adventure amid the seaside villages and historic cosmopolitan cities of Northern Europe and the Mediterranean. Retreat to landmark destinations along the British Isles, set your sights on picturesque ports of call among the Norwegian Fjords, or find fun in the sun in Spain, Italy, and the French Riviera.
Mexican Riviera
Journey along the Baja Peninsula from San Diego, California to Mexico on a Mexican Riviera cruise. Sunbathe along white-sand beaches, snorkel amid translucent waters teeming with vibrant sea life, and savor the flavor of authentic Mexican cooking at charming open-air restaurants along the way.
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Important Details Regarding the 50% Off the Required Deposit Offer:
Remaining balance due at time of final payment.
Valid for new bookings only on select sailings booked through February 16, 2024.
Valid on select cruises sailing between June 17, 2024 and May 31, 2025 that do not require final payment at time of booking.
This offer is valid from December 18, 2023 through February 16, 2024.
Not valid on Disney Treasure sailings departing December 21, 2024 through January 4, 2025.
No code is needed.
Taxes, fees and port expenses, gratuities and Port Adventures are not included.
Not valid on categories with restrictions (IGT, OGT, VGT), suites or Concierge-level staterooms.
Rates are in US dollars.
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Guests can now savor the newest dining options at the Disneyland Resort! Palm Breeze Bar at the Disneyland Hotel and Great Maple Modern American Eatery at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel are now open and serving up delicious dishes all throughout the day.
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Palm Breeze Bar
Take in spectacular Disney art as you enjoy innovative cocktails and culinary delights at the newest dining location at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel!
Treat yourself to cocktails, mocktails and chilled favorites. Savor shareable appetizers, artisan personal pizzas, salads, sandwiches, desserts and more. Palm Breeze Bar is surrounded by screens featuring the art and artists that helped create many classic Disney movies and Disneyland Park—and which continue to inspire today!
Great Maple Modern American Eatery
Enjoy modern American comfort food with an element of fun made from the highest quality of seasonal ingredients, now open at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel!
Breakfast for dinner or dinner for breakfast… enjoy what you like from the menu morning, noon or night! Cajun Shrimp & Cheddar Biscuit Benedict, Soda Pop-Braised Baby Back Ribs, Charred Cauliflower Hummus, Maple Pecan-Crusted Salmon and Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Maple Bacon Doughnuts are just some of the tasty menu items. And craft cocktails—including a signature take on the old fashioned with bacon washed bourbon, and the blood orange margarita with spicy salt rim is not to be missed.
Advanced reservations are recommended, and dining reservations include 3-hour complimentary parking at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel.
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ABC and Disney Parks are lighting up the holiday season with two musical specials filmed across the country and directed by Sam Wrench (“Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour”). Julianne Hough and Derek Hough return as hosts from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida for the “40th Anniversary Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade,” MONDAY, DEC. 25 (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. EST/9:00-11:00 a.m. PST), where they’ll be joined by co-hosts Mickey Guyton from Walt Disney Resort in Florida and Jesse Palmer from Disneyland Resort in California. Stream the next day on Hulu and Disney+.
Filmed from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California with special performances from Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai‘i, and aboard Disney Cruise Line, these beloved annual specials showcase spectacular performances of holiday classics and festive new favorites, highlight heartwarming family stories from around the globe, and offer special looks at what’s new around The Walt Disney Company. Plus, an enchanting special glimpse of Disney Animation’s epic all-new musical comedy, “Wish,” only in theaters.
Check out a sneak peek of the special with these amazing pics: (courtesy ABC/Disney)
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Musical performances for “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” include the following:
Derek Hough and Julianne Hough – “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas,” “What Christmas Means to Me” and “Dance to the Music” Medley
Michael Bolton and Mickey Guyton – “Christmas Isn’t Christmas”
Adam Blackstone and Andra Day – “Someday at Christmas” and an Adam Blackstone original song, “Legacy Christmastime”
Mickey Guyton – “Jingle Bell Rock”
Chris Janson – “Holiday Road”
Tori Kelly – “This Christmas” and “Winter Wonderland”
Chrissy Metz – “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”
The Smashing Pumpkins – “Silver Bells”
Robin Thicke – “Let it Snow” and “Perfect Holiday”
Iam Tongi – “White Christmas”
Plus, a special look back at one of the most iconic performances from years past.
In addition to the parade itself, musical performances for “40th Anniversary Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” include the following:
Julianne Hough and Derek Hough – “Good Morning” and “Deck the Halls” Medley
Meg Donnelly – “Christmas (Baby, Please Come Home)”
Chrissy Metz – “Silver Bells”
The Smashing Pumpkins – “Evergreen”
Iam Tongi – “Mele Kalikimaka”
The Broadway and North American Tour Cast of Disney’s “Aladdin” – “Friend Like Me”
Plus, a special look back at some of the most iconic performances from years past.
“The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” and “40th Anniversary Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” are produced by Disney executive and senior executive producer Sally Conner for Disney Parks, who brought on production company Film 45 Live and executive producers Michael Antinoro and Richard Godfrey.
“Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” takes a jolly sleigh ride from book to stage in this live musical adaptation of the beloved holiday classic. While the bouncy Whos in the town of Whoville loved the Christmas season with its caroling, decorations, feasts, and presents, the green-haired Grinch (Joshua Woodie) who lived on Mt. Crumpit, did not. After decades of tolerating the cheery buffoonery, the Grinch had enough of this institutionalized lampoonery. Oh, no… I’m rhyming! Anywho who… eek! [Clears throat] The Grinch comes up with a sinister scheme to stop Christmas from coming in an attempt to restore his serenity.
Old Max (W. Scott Stewart), who was once the Grinch’s faithful doggy companion, narrates the tale from his perspective as a younger version of himself, Young Max (Brian Cedric Jones). Taking a page from another classic “Christmas Story” of an old narrator recounting a beloved time of year. While a musical duo between Old and Young Max is fun for children, it’s a playful time pad more than anything else. Still, a clever device to engage the audience to follow Old Max as if reading a bedtime story and later singing the iconic “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”.
James Schultz as THE GRINCH and the Touring Company of Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! The Musical. Credit: Jeremy Daniel
A song so undoubtedly synonymous with the character and story thanks to the 1966 Chuck Jones animated classic.”What Cha Ma Who” will easily identify to parents why the Grinch has a disdain for the holiday season with all the noise, noise, noise. “One of a Kind” counteracts a desirable life of solitude. The kind of peace a Grinch of any color would side with. The song is a delightful solo show stopping resurgence of Broadway-caliber fanfare.
While the Whos have many new songs, there is one that is the best of the rest. “Who Likes Christmas?” is a catchy anthem that gets your toe tapping into the Christmas spirit. But what of Cindy Lou (Alternating: Aerina DeBoer, Mélodie Rose Romano) do you ask? Well, the adorable little girl along with the rest of her family Papa Who (Aaron Goldenberg), Mama Who (Ashley Morton), Grandpa Who (Brian Rooney), Grandma Who (Barbara Bayes), and Annie Who (Alternating: Charlotte Sydney Harrington, Azalea Wolfe) come together to fear the Grinch, shopping for presents, and discover the true meaning of Christmas.
W. Scott Stewart as Old Max and Xavier McKnight as Young Max in the Touring Company of Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! The Musical. Credit: Jeremy Daniel
The green meanie in disguise with Max assembling pieces for his twisted plot while slipping by the Whoville citizens buying up gifts was visually amusing. After Cindy Lou catches the Grinch in the middle of bagging up the family’s holiday provisions, her tear-jerking serenade of belonging sends ripples of warmth to growing hearts.
“Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical” acknowledges the familiarity and popularity of the story retold countless of times in various forms as it unfolds live on stage. It’s quite encouraging for the show to let the audience break out in a tasteful sing-along to a verse from the renowned lyrics to share a moment between not only the audience and performers but with parents and children alike. What is Christmas without a song for all to sing aloud for all to hear?
Even when the Grinch renounces his formidable way, he seeks the audience’s help for the words to say. The green colored fur ball often breaks the fourth wall with comic, endearing, and lovable prestige. The color palette and stylized hand-drawn illustrations of the children’s book leaps off the page and translates magically on stage like a three-dimensional pop-up book. The exaggerated costumes and animated makeup draws in the whimsical musical landscape to life. The bold blacks to the red and white pastel of candy cane or peppermint plays faithfully to the original source material. A refreshing spectacle that would have been lost with media projections. This 90 minute glittering musical extravaganza is presented with no intermission.
James Schultz as THE GRINCH in the Touring Company of Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! The Musical. Credit: Jeremy Daniel
The perfect show to introduce young audience members to professional theater. Parents who have read the book “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas” beforehand will get children to look forward to what they know and love in a different light. Kids and kids at heart can relate and be entranced by the characters in the glow of a timeless classic. Don’t flake out on this new delightful holiday tradition. “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical” sleighs into the hearts and minds of the young and old.
Crossroads Live and Running Subway present “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical”. Based on the book How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss. Book and lyrics by Timothy Mason. Music by Mel Marvin. Additional music and lyrics by Albert Hague and Dr. Seuss. Costumes designed by Robert Morgan. Original choreography by John Deluca. Directed by Matt August. With Bob Richard serving as co-director and co-choreographer.
The Touring Company of Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! The Musical. Credit: Jeremy Daniel
Playing December 19 – 24, 2023 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. For more information about this show, upcoming season, and ticket sales, visit www.scfta.org or call (714) 556-2787.
Walt Disney World Resort is getting some new updates in 2024, that will make planning a vacation simpler, Disney sharing a few tips to help make the most out of a visit.
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Good-To-Go Days Calendar Coming Jan. 11
In 2024, resolve to be more spontaneous with “good-to-go” days for Annual Passholders! As Passholders prepare for their visits next year, here is more about how good-to-go days will work:
On good-to-go days, Annual Passholders may enter the theme parks without needing a reservation (block-out dates will continue to apply like they do today).
The theme park reservation calendar, Annual Passholder admissions calendar, and My Disney Experience app will show days that are good to go. The first good-to-go days will be added to the calendars starting Jan. 11, 2024.
Good-to-go days will be added periodically and may be released days or weeks in advance.
With the return of all-day Park Hopper access, Passholders can enter another Walt Disney World theme park any time during park hours.* Annual Passholders may also continue to visit without a park reservation after 2 p.m. unless visiting Magic Kingdom Park on a Saturday or Sunday (block-out dates continue to apply).
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All-Day Park Hopper Access is Coming Back
Beginning Jan 9, 2024, if you have a ticket with Park Hopper benefits or an Annual Pass don’t forget guests may visit another theme park ANY TIME OF DAY during park hours (subject to capacity limitations).* Start the morning watching the sun rise over the savannah at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, then head on over to EPCOT to lunch around the world.
Theme Park Reservation Updates
Guests who purchase date-based tickets, the standard Disney theme park tickets, no longer need to make theme park reservations!
Dining Plans Return
The convenience and peace of mind of pre-paying for meals and snacks is right around the corner as Disney Resort hotel guests may once again purchase vacation packages with dining plans. Choose from two popular options: Packages that include either the Disney Quick Service Dining Plan or the Disney Dining Plan. Both plans are a great value for families with young children!
What’s New with Dining Plans
For all the Disney foodies out there, dining reservations are open for booking for guests staying at Disney Resort hotels who purchase a vacation package with a Disney dining plan for arrivals in January through early February! Guests can book dining up to 60 days in advance, and as a Disney Resort hotel guest, guests may book dining for their entire length of stay (up to 10 days).
Pro tip: Disney has made it easier to check availability so guests can now see every available reservation for their selected location and date!
Here are some additional tips to help get the most out of a dining plan:
Guests may redeem meals and snacks at any time during their stay.
Guests can see how many meals and snacks they have remaining in the My Disney Experience app. And don’t forget, using mobile order service in the app makes it easy to find quick and nearby dining options using a dining plan!
From the return of fan-favorites like dining plans and all-day Park Hopper access to the introduction of good-to-go days, there’s much to look forward to in the New Year. And there’s even more on the horizon later in 2024 – like the completion of the transformation of EPCOT and the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom Park!
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*To use the Park Hopper benefit, Annual Passholders must make a theme park reservation for the first park they plan to visit AND enter that first park prior to visiting another. Or, they can enter a theme park without a reservation on a “good-to-go” day for that park or after 2 p.m. (except Magic Kingdom on Saturdays and Sundays) before visiting another park.
For the 21st year in a row, Walt Disney World Resort has been named the Best Theme Park. With unforgettable new experiences across our four theme parks, unique resorts to explore and so much to see and do, it’s no wonder that Walt Disney World Resort is The Most Magical Place on Earth.
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Travel Weekly readers have spoken and Disney has received two 2023 Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards!
Adventures by Disney, which immerses families in the people, places and cultures as they explore destinations around the world, was selected as the Best Adventure Tour Operator!
The Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards are selected by travel professionals and readers of Travel Weekly to recognize the best travel providers in the business. It’s an honor to be among the list of winners. The awards were presented during a gala in New York City on Dec. 13.
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“The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure,” a fully reimagined theatrical production inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios classic “The Little Mermaid,” will debut in the newly refreshed Animation Courtyard theater in fall 2024.
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As part of the continued investment in the park experience, Disney Live Entertainment has been dreaming up innovative ways to bring new life to the beloved story of Ariel’s journey to be part of the human world. When it opens, the show will feature stunning new set pieces, cutting-edge effects, and a bold new design that captures Ariel’s imagination and emotions through her unique worldview.
“The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” will have guests flipping their fins to musical numbers inspired by the film including “Part of Your World,” “Poor Unfortunate Souls,” and more. Check out this beautiful concept artwork of the show’s “Kiss the Girl” scene – an all-new addition that captures the magic of this fresh production.
With construction inside the theater well underway, more info will be shared as the show comes together.
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Ten all-new episodes of the hit series Bluey will launch on January 12, 2024, in the U.S. and around the world on Disney+.
The year’s #1 most-watched series for preschoolers and kids in the U.S. — which has also topped Nielsen streaming charts for overall viewing** — Bluey features the loveable and inexhaustible Blue Heeler dog Bluey, who lives with her Mum, Dad, and little sister Bingo.
In these ten new Disney+ episodes, Bluey showcases the joyful simplicity that can be found in families turning everyday events of family life — like making a cubby house (blanket fort) or a trip to the beach — into unique adventures that bring to life how children learn and grow through play.
The episodes include:
“Cubby” – Bluey and Bingo build a special cubby for their stuffed toy, Kimjim.
“Exercise” – Bingo pretends to be Boss Bluey’s new employee during Dad’s backyard workout.
“Relax” – Bluey and Bingo would rather explore their holiday hotel room than relax on the beach.
“Stickbird” – On a trip to the beach, Mum teaches Bluey how to throw, while Bingo and Dad get creative with a funny-shaped stick.
“Show and Tell” – Bluey wants to know why Dad’s always bossing her around!
“Dragon” – Bluey asks Dad to help her draw a dragon for her story.
“Wild Girls” – Coco wants to play Wild Girls with Indy, but Chloe wants her to play another game.
“TV Shop” – At the pharmacy, Bluey and Bingo have fun playing with the CCTV screens.
“Slide” – Bingo and Lila are excited to play on their new waterslide.
“Cricket” – During a friendly game of neighborhood cricket, the dads struggle to bowl Rusty out.
Following its January Disney+ premiere, the new episodes will air on Disney Channel and Disney Junior in territories around the world later in 2024.
Also later in 2024, Disney+ fans will have even more new Bluey to look forward to, when the previously announced first-ever Bluey special, “The Sign,” will premiere on ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) in Australia and globally on Disney+. The 28-minute special is penned by Bluey creator and writer Joe Brumm and directed by Richard Jeffery from Ludo Studio.
Jointly commissioned by ABC Children’s and BBC Studios Kids & Family, Bluey is created and written by Joe Brumm and produced by multi-Emmy Award-winning Ludo Studio in association with Screen Queensland and Screen Australia. The series streams to U.S. and global audiences (outside of Australia, New Zealand and China) across Disney Channel, Disney Junior and Disney+ through a global broadcasting deal between BBC Studios Kids & Family and Disney Branded Television.
Bluey has garnered awards wins including the International Kids Emmy Awards, a Critics Choice Award nomination, the Television Critics Association Award, BAFTA Children & Young People Awards, and many more.
Prepare yourself to end the search for a wandering key and unlock the concealed door to your heartstrings as The Chance Theater opens the gate to an everlasting journey into The Secret Garden.
The Secret Garden resonates with the spirit of loving connection out from the pit of despair through personal loss and misguided notions of life in the aftermath of sorrow. Seeking redemption and healing unfathomable pain from building up walls, locking the door, and throwing away the key and sealing the memories not only drying out bad moments but the good ones as well. Unknowingly making matters worse than need to be. Fortunately, the innocence and unrelenting perseverance of one little girl becomes determined to awaken what was put to uneasy rest by estranged acquaintances. The Secret Garden sets itself as a visual and musical characterization of the resiliency of the human soul, sprouting growth, and strength of companionship.
In the early years of the 20th century, sweet Mary Lennox (Catherine Last) was orphaned after her parents fell ill with a terrible disease. Now relocated to live in unfamiliar territory with a relative she hardly met. Disillusioned Archibald Craven (Troy Dailey) himself struggles with the painful grief of his dearly departed wife. Graceful Lily Craven (Laura M. Hathaway) appears to Mary as an apparition with mysterious serenades that guide the little girl’s will. Archibald leaves the care of his irritable son Colin Craven (Charlie Firlik) to his patronizing brother Dr. Neville Craven (Kyle Critelli).
Housekeepers Martha (Sarah Pierce) and Ayah (Trina Estanislao) uphold Archibald’s unwavering desires that keep the home and its occupants in perpetual darkness. Groundskeepers starry-eyed Dickon (Christopher Diem) and compassionate Ben Weatherstaff (Matthew Noah) plant the seeds that spark Mary’s curiosity that gradually pry and nurture a dormant pocket thought to be long gone and forgotten. Select showtimes will feature Elizabeth Last as Mary and Jacob Voight as Colin.
The haunting vocals with accompanying live piano tunes express an ominous aura that compliments the gloomy tone and atmosphere of the mournful story. Glimpses into past lives of arguments, despair, and separation become all too relatable. The astounding performance digs deep to uncover the audience down to its grounded characters. It is bringing everyone together and strengthening a family bond from the shadowy ashes.
A musical journey of a broken home enchanted by a little girl to rediscover and regrow a lost family. Beauty and the Beast meets A Christmas Carol. The high value of the production design frames the set with wooden boards and vintage antiques. Video projections of watercolor scenery branch over wall space to transport and transition between locales.
A breathtaking moment just before the end of Act One has Mary finally opening the hidden gate to the abandoned and secluded patch of earth. The visual crescendo was like seeing Alice walking through the looking glass in Wonderland. The Secret Garden symbolizes the human potential to weather out the demons that plague the mind and find nourishment amidst loved ones.
Tony Award winner for Best Book of a Musical. Tony Award nominated for Best Original Score. Book and lyrics by Marsha Norman (Broadway musical, The Color Purple). Music by Grammy Award winner Lucy Simon. Based on the beloved 1911 novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Directed by Casey Long (Chance Resident Director and co-founder) and KC Wilderson (Principal Media and Video Designer for Disneyland Resort Live Entertainment). Music Direction by Gabrielle Maldonado. Choreography by Robert Hahn.
The Secret Garden is now playing on select evenings until December 23, 2023 at the Chance Theater at 5522 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, CA 92802. Call (888) 455-4212 or ChanceTheater.com for more information and to purchase tickets. This upcoming season is full of highly anticipated shows, plays, and musicals from Hedwig and the Angry Inch to Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
