“A Few Good Men” commands a solid salute to the meticulous and prestigious legacy of proflic playwright Aaron Sorkin. La Mirada for the Performing Arts is fortunate to craft a production that takes the best parts of the original Broadway run and the 1992 film version as the writer articulated his writing skills from both experiences. The pace is quick with the steady close-knit talking characters and grasping chemistry between actors that draws the audience into the powerful courtroom drama.
Those who are only familiar with the movie will have a different experience with the live stageplay. The drama is accentuated to be read and heard clearly across the open space and feeds off the audience reaction bouncing from playful humor to intense moments of awe. The show brings a handful of set-ups and payoffs that doesn’t ring the same as it would on a film medium. A couple of men drinking beer bottles from a baby stroller plays true for an audience who frequent the local theme parks. A scene between the colonel and the doctor is a setup that gives a different payoff in the movie version.
Fans of the film will get a different take upon experiencing the show with live actors and a live audience. The audience is transported and becomes a part of the drama from beginning to end.
From Academy-Award winning writer and renowned playwright Aaron Sorkin (“The West Wing” and To Kill A Mockingbird), this Broadway hit about the trial of two Marines for complicity in the death of a fellow Marine at Guantanamo Bay sizzles on stage. The Navy lawyer, a callow young man more interested in softball games than the case, expects a plea bargain and a cover-up of what really happened. Prodded by a female member of his defense team, the lawyer eventually makes a valiant effort to defend his clients and, in so doing, puts the military mentality and the Marine code of honor on trial.
The audition process narrowed down from 500 submissions into a final cast of 18. Doug Harris will no doubthgly be compared to actor Tom Cruise based on the film version for the character of Lt. j.g. Daniel A. Kaffee. But with Harris’ expressive presence, I particularly saw him more as Jim Carrey playing a lawyer in the movie “Liar Liar” with the dramatic gravitas of more serious roles. Leanne Antonio puts her own passionate stamp on strongly opinionated and eager Lt. Cmdr. Joanne Galloway always on her feet to get the work done.
Andy Umberger makes an intimidating and imposing Col. Nathan Jessep who you do not want to mess around with. 2020 Ovation Award recipient for Best Actress Sara King as by the book Lt. Jack Ross. King expertly demonstrates how her character can be played beyond traditionally associated with a man.
This production will not attract those more familiar with grand musical spectacles. This show asks for the audience’s undivided attention to not only the drama of a court martial hearing, but also the drama that sets up before and takes place outside the court room. Although the main stage is solely set up as a court room, the upper level of the back reveals the Guantanamo Bay post and different portions of the stage split up as different locations with re-positions of tables and chairs.
The sounds and music undertones also contribute to separating time and space between scenes. This show will command the attention of those who grew alongside such court dramas as “Matlock” and “Diagnosis: Murder”. This show is not to be missed if you love stageplay court dramas like “12 Angry Men”
“A Few Good Men” is ready for final inspection from a few good audience members. Playing on select dates now until November 20 at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. Interestingly enough, the show runs appropriately during elections and a veterans holiday weekend.
Be aware the show is recommended for a mature audience. The show includes adult language, the portrayal of violence, suicide, and gun shot sound effects. For more information, visit www.lamiradatheatre.com
With the holidays at Disneyland Resort about to kick off on November 11, it’s only fitting that we take a look at one of the best parts of the holiday season – the food. And this year, Disneyland Resort has certainly earned its spot on the nice list because there are plenty of delicious eats and sips for you to enjoy during the most wonderful time of the year!
Beginning November 11, the culinary teams will be jingling all the way from the kitchen to the plate with sweet and savory items like the Peppermint Cookie Donut at Jolly Holiday Bakery Café, the apple-bacon Atomic Pretzel at Pym Test Kitchen, and the Pan Dulce Ice Cream Sandwich at Rancho del Zocalo. There’s truly something for everyone to enjoy.
Disneyland Park
Alien Pizza Planet (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Peppermint Hot Chocolate: Smooth, rich hot chocolate topped with whipped cream and crushed peppermint (New)
Galactic Grill (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Cranberry BBQ Chicken Sandwich: A fried chicken sandwich with cranberry-flavored BBQ sauce, provolone, onion ring, arugula, and citrus bacon aïoli served on a toasted brioche bun (New)
A Cup of Cheer: Orange cranberry cake with cream cheese icing topped with an orange cream-filled cream puff, dried cranberries, and holiday sprinkles (New)
Christmas Punch: Pomegranate, cranberry, and orange juices with Sprite served over ice and garnished with fresh pomegranate seeds, cranberries, and a rosemary sprig (New)
Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Peppermint Holiday Sundae: Two scoops of peppermint ice cream, whipped cream, crushed peppermint, and chocolate crème cookies (New)
Cinnamon Brown Sugar Ice Cream (New)
Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich: Cinnamon brown sugar ice cream between oatmeal raisin cookies (New)
Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Thanks-mas Sandwich: Roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy, and cranberry sauce on rustic bread served with house-made chips
Turkey Pot Pie Soup
Sipping Chocolate with a Dipping Waffle: Thick and rich sipping chocolate with a sweet waffle for dipping
Santa Hat Macaron: Almond macaron shells with white peppermint cream filling and rich chocolate ganache
Christmas Brownie: Dark chocolate brownie with white chocolate mousse Santa hat, sprinkles, and chocolate ears (New)
Mickey Mouse Gingerbread: Soft gingerbread Mickey Mouse-shaped cookie (Limit 5 per guest per transaction)
Chimney Sweep Cold Brew: Cold brew coffee with hickory-smoked syrup, chocolate and caramel sauces, cream, and smoked salt-sugar sprinkle (New)
Apple-Pecan Donut: Specialty donut with spiced icing, apple compote, candied pecans, and cream cheese frosting (New)
Peppermint Cookie Donut: Specialty donut with peppermint icing, crushed peppermint, chocolate crème-filled cookies, and whipped topping (New)
Holiday Demitasse Ceramic Cup (Available beginning Nov. 11 while supplies last)
Market House (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Mickey Mouse Gingerbread: Soft gingerbread Mickey Mouse-shaped cookie (Limit 5 per guest per transaction)
Mint Julep Bar (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Maple Beignets rolled in maple-flavored sugar
Maple-bacon dipping sauce (New)
Plaza Inn (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Gingerbread Bundt Cake: Gingerbread Bundt cake with apple cinnamon filling, vanilla glaze, and holiday sprinkles
Holiday Cake: Devil’s food cake with swirled white chocolate mousse filling, buttercream frosting, and holiday sprinkles
Vanilla Pear Honey Lemonade: Lemonade infused with honey and pear nectar (New)
Pooh Corner and Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen (Available Nov. 11 through Dec. 31)
Holiday Milk Wand: Three marshmallows dipped in caramel, enrobed in milk chocolate, and drizzled with green and red colored chocolate (New)
Peppermint Mickey Mouse: Mickey Mouse-shaped marshmallow dipped in dark chocolate and covered in peppermint crunch
Mickey Mouse Holiday Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in milk chocolate, drizzled with green and red-colored white chocolate, and sprinkled with holiday cheer (New)
Snowflake Mickey Mouse Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in white chocolate, covered in blue sugar, and decorated with a white chocolate snowflake
Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Crisped Rice Treat: Mickey Mouse-shaped crisped rice treat dipped in white colored chocolate, embellished with a dark chocolate face, and decorated with green and red white chocolate
Mickey Mouse Holiday Crisped Rice Treat: Mickey Mouse-shaped cereal treat dipped in white-colored white chocolate, drizzled with green-colored white chocolate, and sprinkled with holiday cheer décor
Holiday Cake Pops: Round chocolate cake pop dipped in milk chocolate and sprinkled with holiday cheer décor
Holiday Minnie Mouse Cake Pop: Vanilla cake with marshmallow ears, dipped in red-colored white chocolate, drizzled with green-colored white chocolate, and topped with a white chocolate Minnie Mouse bow
Rancho del Zocalo (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Caldo de Pollo: Savory soup with chicken, rice, and vegetables
Chile Verde: Slow-cooked pork with spicy tomatillo sauce served with Mexican rice and refried beans (New)
Pan Dulce Ice Cream Sandwich: Colorful Mexican sweet bread with eggnog ice cream, hot buttered rum-flavored sauce, whipped topping, and chocolate skull (New)
Hot Chocolate
Red Rose Taverne (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Holiday Flatbread: Pepperoni, sausage, and ham flatbread topped with arugula (New)
Holiday Cold Brew: Cold brew coffee with eggnog flavor
Refreshment Corner (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Spicy Beef & Cheese Sandwich: Beef steak, cheese sauce, sautéed peppers and onions, and spicy pepper spread on artisan bread (New)
Caramel-Pecan Cream Cheese Pretzel: Cream cheese pretzel topped with caramel sauce and candied pecans (New)
Peppermint Cream Cheese Pretzel: Cream cheese pretzel topped with white chocolate and crushed candy canes (New)
Butterscotch Soda: Sparkling water with butterscotch syrup, caramel drizzle, and cream (New)
River Belle Terrace (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Stage Door Café (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Peppermint Mocha Funnel Cake with cold brew sauce topped with chocolate sauce, peppermint dust, and whipped topping (New)
The Tropical Hideaway(Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Holiday DOLE Whip Sundae: A swirl of DOLE Whip cherry and lime topped with festive decorations
Churro and Lemonade Cart in Critter Country (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Bride Churro: Elegantly dressed churro in a bouquet of vanilla and sugar
Churro Cart near “it’s a small world” Holiday (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Churro with holiday apple spice dipping sauce (New)
Churro Cart near Sleeping Beauty Castle (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Candy Cane Churro (New)
Peppermint Bark Dipping Sauce: Chocolate fudge infused with peppermint and topped with crushed candy canes (New)
Churro Cart in New Orleans Square (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Chocolate Cherry-Pistachio Churro: Classic churro rolled in chocolate cookie and pistachio dust, drizzled with cherry sauce, and topped with chopped pistachios (New)
Churro Cart in Town Square (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Mint Chip Churro (New)
Mint-Chocolate Dipping Sauce: Marshmallow creme infused with mint and topped with crushed chocolate cookies (New)
Pretzel Cart in Frontierland (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Outdoor Vending Carts(Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Christmas Cotton Candy: Apple flavor
Available at Various Locations throughout Disneyland Park (Available beginning Nov. 11 while supplies last)
Musical Rotating Popcorn Tin
Reindeer Parade Sipper
Disney California Adventure Park
Award Wieners (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Pastrami Reuben Dog: All-beef hot dog topped with thinly sliced pastrami, caramelized onions, pickled cabbage, Thousand Island dressing, spicy mustard, provolone, and pickle spears on a toasted baguette (New)
Bananas Foster Funnel Cake Fries topped with cinnamon-banana sugar, caramel sauce, whipped topping, and fried bananas (New)
Embolden Beer Co., Beyond Borders (New)
Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff and Trolley Treats (Available Nov. 11 through Dec. 31)
Holiday Milk Wand: Three marshmallows dipped in caramel, enrobed in milk chocolate, and drizzled with green and red colored chocolate (New)
Peppermint Mickey Mouse: Mickey Mouse-shaped marshmallow dipped in dark chocolate and covered in peppermint crunch
Mickey Mouse Holiday Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in milk chocolate, drizzled with green and red-colored white chocolate, and sprinkled with holiday cheer (New)
Snowflake Mickey Mouse Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in white chocolate, covered in blue sugar, and decorated with a white chocolate snowflake
Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Crisped Rice Treat: Mickey Mouse-shaped crisped rice treat dipped in white-colored chocolate, embellished with a dark chocolate face, and decorated with green and red white chocolate
Mickey Mouse Holiday Crisped Rice Treat: Mickey Mouse-shaped cereal treat dipped in red-colored white chocolate, drizzled with green-colored white chocolate, and sprinkled with holiday cheer décor
Holiday Cake Pops: Round chocolate cake pop dipped in milk chocolate and sprinkled with holiday cheer décor
Holiday Minnie Mouse Cake Pop: Vanilla cake with marshmallow ears, dipped in red-colored white chocolate, drizzled with green-colored white chocolate, and topped with a white chocolate Minnie Mouse bow
Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Four-Meat Pizza: Tomato sauce with ham, Canadian bacon, sausage, and pepperoni topped with mozzarella
Mexican Chocolate Cheesecake: Spiced chocolate cheesecake finished with white chocolate mousse and chocolate decoration (New)
Boudin Bread Cart (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Snowman Sourdough Bread (Plant-based)
Candy Cane Sourdough Bread (Plant-based)
Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Sourdough Bread (Plant-based)
Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Chocolate-Peppermint Sundae: Chocolate and peppermint ice cream in a waffle cup topped with whipped cream and peppermint candy (New)
Pomegranate Hard Float: Pomegranate hard cider with lemon sorbet topped with pomegranate arils (New)
Pomegranate Hard Cider (New)
Cocina Cucamonga (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Winter Margarita: Black cherry margarita (New)
Cozy Cone (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Luigi Chicken Pesto Cone: Creamy pesto alfredo pasta, marinated chicken, balsamic glaze, bruschetta tomatoes, and Romano cheese
Esquite Corn Fritters: Fried corn fritters tossed in chile-lime seasoning and topped with cilantro-lime dressing, cotija cheese, and pico de Gallo (New)
Pumpkin Pie Churro: Churro rolled in pumpkin spice sugar with pumpkin pie dipping sauce (New)
Christmas Tree Cone: Peppermint soft-serve decorated with holiday sprinkles
Stereo Tangerine Express IPA Michelada with chile-lime seasoning and lime (New)
Stereo Tangerine Express IPA (New)
Peanut Butter Whiskey Cocktail: Peanut butter whiskey, peanut butter syrup, vanilla ice cream, almond milk, and cinnamon sugar topped with whipped cream and peanut butter drizzle (New)
Fairfax Market Fruit Cart (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Mickey Mouse Gingerbread: Soft gingerbread Mickey Mouse-shaped cookie (Limit 5 per guest per transaction)
Flo’s V-8 Café (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Gingerbread Shake with whipped topping and a gingerbread cake doughnut (New)
New Motion, Blueberry Insight, Hard Sparkling Black Tea (New)
Hollywood Lounge (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Churro Delight: Horchata garnished with mini churros (Non-alcoholic) (New)
Everything Spice: RumChata, horchata, spiced rum, and butterscotch liqueur garnished with mini churros and dusted with cinnamon (New)
Pineapple-Fresno Chile Michelada: Tomato-based michelada with pineapple-fresno chile lemonade and Modelo garnished with chile-lime seasoning and lime (New)
Gingerbread Mule: Cinnamon whiskey, ginger beer, lemon juice, and gingerbread syrup garnished with a maraschino cherry (New)
Braised Beef Poutine: Steak fries, braised beef, cheese curds, beef gravy, and tomatillo-serrano salsa garnished with Fresno chiles
Peppermint-Vanilla Vodka Hot Chocolate: Hot chocolate with peppermint schnapps and vanilla vodka topped with whipped cream and peppermint
Holiday Martini: A festive twist on a classic vanilla vodka paired with peppermint, chocolate liqueur, and Frangelico
Lamplight Lounge (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Braised Winter Beef: Slow braised beef with carrot risotto and pea tendrils (New)
Peppermint Donuts: Hot cocoa-dusted donuts with toasted marshmallow crème and peppermint-chocolate dipping sauce
Peppermint-Vanilla Vodka Hot Chocolate: Hot chocolate with peppermint schnapps and vanilla vodka topped with whipped cream and peppermint
Holiday Martini: A festive twist on a classic vanilla vodka paired with peppermint, chocolate liqueur, and Frangelico
Pixar Ball Sipper (Available beginning Nov. 11 while supplies last)
Lucky Fortune Cookery (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Thai Iced Tea with sea salt cream and brown sugar boba
Mortimer’s Market (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Sourdough Bread (Plant-based)
Pacific Wharf Cappuccino Cart (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Salted Caramel-Mocha Bundt Cake: Coffee Bundt cake filled with salted caramel, finished with ganache, sprinkles, and white chocolate mousse (New)
Mickey Mouse Gingerbread: Soft gingerbread Mickey Mouse-shaped cookie (Limit 5 per guest per transaction)
Pym Test Kitchen (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Atomic Pretzel: Apple-Bacon Soft Pretzel with cinnamon-sugar salted pretzel with apple-bacon compote, cranberries, caramel sauce, cream cheese, and candied pepper bacon (New)
Schmoozies! (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Dulce de Leche Mickey Mouse Shake topped with whipped topping, caramel sauce, and vanilla crème cookies (New)
Chocolate-Cherry Yule Log Shake topped with a slice of hazelnut-chocolate yule log (New)
Smokejumpers Grill (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8; mobile order available)
Maple-Bacon Shake: Maple-flavored shake topped with whipped cream, bacon bits, and maple drizzle (New)
Pineapple Limeade: Limeade, pineapple juice, and sour green apple syrup with a red sugar rim (New)
Holiday Punch Cocktail: Vodka with cranberry and orange juices garnished with fresh cranberries (New)
Karl Strauss Brewing Co., Tangible IPA (New)
Anchor Brewing, Christmas Ale (New)
Honest Abe Hard Apple Pie Cider (New)
Churro Cart on Buena Vista Street (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Caramel Apple Churro: Churro topped with spiced apples, caramel sauce, and whipped topping (New)
Churro Cart near Goofy’s Sky School (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Abuelita Hot Chocolate Churro with condensed milk dipping sauce
Churro Cart near Grizzly Peak (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Peppermint Churro: Churro coated with crushed candy canes and drizzled with chocolate and vanilla sauce
Churro Cart in Hollywood Land (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Chocolate Cherry-Pistachio Churro: Classic churro rolled in chocolate cookie and pistachio dust, drizzled with cherry sauce and topped with chopped pistachios (New)
Outdoor Vending(Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
White Cotton Candy
Available at Various Locations throughout Disney California Adventure Park (Available beginning Nov. 11 while supplies last)
Light Up Holiday Swizzle Stick
Light Up Toy Story Christmas Tree Bucket
Available at Various Locations throughout Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park (Available beginning Nov. 11 while supplies last)
Holiday Base Bucket
Holiday Travel Tumbler with lanyard
Holiday Stainless Steel Tumbler
Blue Mickey Mouse Jingle Bell Glow Cube
White Mickey Mouse Jingle Bell Glow Cube
Gingerbread Bottle Topper
Holiday Kermit Straw Clip
Wreath Mickey Mouse Ear Hat Bowl
Gingerbread Mickey Mouse Ear Hat Bowl
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa GCH Craftsman Grill
Mickey Mouse Christmas Cookie
Holiday Minnie Mouse Donut
Holiday Mickey Mouse Donut
Snowman Donut (New)
Peppermint & Dark Chocolate Cupcake
GCH Holiday Cart (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Mickey Mouse Gingerbread
Poinsettia Cookie
Snowman Cookie
Christmas Cookie
Hanukkah Cookie
Holiday Cookie Box
Assorted Macarons (New)
Kwanzaa Sweet Potato Loaf (New)
New Year’s Cookie (New)
Crisped Rice Treat
Hot Chocolate
Hot Apple Cider (Available with Bailey’s Irish Cream, Captain Morgan, Grand Marnier, or Rumchata)
Waffle Shot (Available with milk, low-fat milk, chocolate milk, or eggnog)
Waffle Shot (Available with Bailey’s Irish Cream, Captain Morgan, Grand Marnier, Rumchata, Amaretto, Butterscotch Schnapps, Rumple Minze, Crown Royal Apple, Screwball Whiskey, Fireball Whiskey, Louis the 13th)
Downtown Disney District
California Churro (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Gingerbread Churro: Churro coated in gingerbread sugar, drizzled with white chocolate sauce, and covered in red and green chocolate candy pieces (New)
Catal Restaurant and Uva Bar & Cafe (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Home for the Holidays: Whiskey, bitter Italian aperitif, lemon juice, simple syrup, and rosemary garnish
Santa and the Beach: Tequila, triple sec, coconut milk, cream of coconut, lime juice, simple syrup, and rosemary garnish
Kayla’s Cake (Available Nov. 11 through Dec. 31)
Peppermint Ganache Macaron with peppermint dark chocolate ganache
Gingerbread Macaron with gingerbread buttercream
Snowman Macaron: Milk chocolate ganache with custard vanilla cream
Naples Ristorante e Bar (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Arancini Dolce: A traditional Sicilian savory snack reimagined as a sweet treat for the season (New)
Marceline’s Confectionery (Available Nov. 11 through Dec. 31)
Holiday Milk Wand: Three marshmallows dipped in caramel, enrobed in milk chocolate, and drizzled with green and red colored chocolate (New)
Peppermint Mickey Mouse: Mickey Mouse-shaped marshmallow dipped in dark chocolate and covered in peppermint crunch
Mickey Mouse Holiday Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in milk chocolate, drizzled with green and red-colored white chocolate, and sprinkled with holiday cheer (New)
Snowflake Mickey Mouse Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in white chocolate, covered in blue sugar, and decorated with a white chocolate snowflake
Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Crisped Rice Treat: Mickey Mouse-shaped crisped rice treat dipped in white-colored chocolate, embellished with a dark chocolate face, and decorated with green and red white chocolate
Mickey Mouse Holiday Crisped Rice Treat: Mickey Mouse-shaped cereal treat dipped in red-colored white chocolate, drizzled with green-colored white chocolate, and sprinkled with holiday cheer décor
Holiday Cake Pops: Round chocolate cake pop dipped in milk chocolate and sprinkled with holiday cheer décor
Holiday Minnie Mouse Cake Pop: Vanilla cake with marshmallow ears, dipped in red-colored white chocolate, drizzled with green-colored white chocolate, and topped with a white chocolate Minnie Mouse bow
Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Maple & Bacon Glazed Beignets served with butter pecan ice cream and a marshmallow drizzle
Salt & Straw (Available Nov. 25 through Dec. 25)
Enjoy various limited-time holiday flavors!
Sprinkles (Available Nov. 28 through Dec. 25)
Christmas Cookie Cupcake: Vanilla cake studded with sprinkles and lined with a green sugar cookie crust topped with vanilla buttercream frosting, red and green sprinkles, and a homemade sugar cookie coated in even more sprinkles
Gingerbread: Spiced ginger cake topped with cream cheese frosting, dusted with cinnamon sugar, and topped with a gingerbread man
Chocolate Peppermint: Belgian dark chocolate cake topped with bittersweet chocolate-peppermint frosting and sprinkled with crushed peppermint candies
Snow Cute Vanilla: Vanilla cake topped with vanilla frosting and rolled in snow sprinkles
Santa Baby Red Velvet: Sprinkles iconic red velvet rolled in Santa sprinkles
Tortilla Jo’s (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 8)
Candy Cane-Rita: Tequila, peppermint schnapps, and organic margarita mix with a splash of grenadine and garnished with rosemary and cranberries (New)
Purple Mistletoe: Tequila rose, tequila blue, agave nectar, and organic margarita mix with a splash of lemonade and garnished with rosemary and cranberries
With so many options to choose from, we hope you’ve made your own list of things that can’t be missed. Happy snacking to all and to all a good night!
(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, is just days away from the highly anticipated release and with fans eagerly awaiting any and all details surrounding the mysteries of Wakanda’s future and how the legacy of the original phenomenon of Black Panther will live on through the loss of T’Challa himself, Chadwick Boseman. Director, Ryan Coogler, recently sat down with the cast and creative minds behind Wakanda Forever, discussing how they explored the story and how this new chapter will bring the women of Wakanda front and center. Though, it may not be in the way you’d expect and speaks directly to the real struggle of loss and identity.
Coogler set the tone, stating the direction of the story for Wakanda Forever was to focus on the epicenter and aftermath of losing T’Challa. “The main characters, their identities were kind of wrapped in in this man…Shuri, every day she was alive, she had her brother. You know, so when she lost him…what we discovered while we were working on the script, and then eventually bringing it to life with the actors, was that she really lost her sense of self…She identified herself as this guy’s little sister, you know what I mean? And as his protector and as the person who looks out for him”, said Coogler.
“Death comes for everybody…The worst nightmare you can have is if something were to happen to you, the people who you love and leave behind would be unmoored, would be lost after you were gone…It wasn’t really about gender, directly…It was about who was the most affected”
Producer Nate Moore, added to that sentiment, focusing on how the narrative came into being by the desire for the team to bring the best possible story to the silver screen in a way that would leave a lasting impact with fans. “It’s about telling the story that is organic, and I think maybe from the outside, there’s a thought that agendas are at play. It’s just telling good stories”, he assured.
In the modern cinematic landscape, it’s easy for some to lose sight of what the true goal of any story is and it may be easy for people to draw conclusions based on assumptions, rhetoric, or politicization of themes and ideas that can be hyper focused or demonized rather than taken at face value.
It has been a constant struggle within the MCU, one that definitely comes into play when thinking about Phase 4, especially when looking at projects like the recent release of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, which both drew critical praise and acclaim as well as harsh criticism from certain members of the Marvel community.
“What we wanted to look at was, you know, when you lose somebody, there’s like, a blast radius. You know, that’s like a bomb that goes off and who’s the closest to it? That’s who we explored,” Coogler said.
Following in the footsteps of the cultural phenomenon of the first film, it’s also important to highlight the cultural touchstone that the world of Wakanda has created and the level of representation it has given to it’s diverse cast and crew. Women have their fair share in this new tale, with the likes of Angela Basset’s Queen Ramonda, Letitia Wright’s Shuri, Danai Guria’s Okoye being joined by new faces, such as Dominique Thorne’s debut into MCU as Riri Williams and introduction of Mabel Cadena’s Namora.
Cadena spoke about her excitement in joining the likes of Wright and the others for this adventure. “This movie has a lot of diversity, a lot of colors, a lot of language, and I’m very proud to be part of something like this, because it’s not just a super hero movie, you know.”
She would also focus on the level of care taken to represent indigenous culture and how it left a positive experience. “I have this new opportunity for belief in me in the world, in the fiction, in my world. I have a new expectation about my career and I’m very happy for being here”
When speaking about Shuri, Leticia Wright spoke about the authenticity in her performance and what it means for Shuri going into this next phase of her life. “We meet her in the first film and she is that ray of sunshine. She’s so clothed and protected in royalty and love…It was like she was the person her brother went to for his protection, his armor”, Wright laughed.
“Her family encouraged her to be a genius to to be faithfully and wonderfully made. So, we follow from that. What does that look like, when your heart is broken…We were able to bring something that felt real, that felt truthful”, Wright added.
Wakanda Forever also proves to bring forward new opportunities for some of the other supporting cast, such as Winston Duke’s M’Baku. “M’Baku was in this movie more than he was in the first Black Panther...like a two to one ratio…He probably has twice as many scenes as he had in the first one.”, Coogler added.
Fans will also be introduced to a new central character through the likes of Tenoch Huerta, who will play the mysterious and powerful, Namor. Huerta discussed his excitement in bringing Namor and his people to the big screen, and the hope to have a more positive tone when looking at indigenous heritage. “In Latin America, especially Mexico, we deny our indigenous roots…It’s just like a token sometimes,” he stated.
“We deny it because it’s not about genes for us because almost everybody in Mexico has indigenous or African roots. It’s about culture, you know. So, culturally, we are a part from indigenous roots. So embrace those roots and honor these two sources…I hope this helped people to embrace who they are, who we are, you know? Look in, everybody, at the mirror and say, what is in the mirror is okay.”
Fans will get to learn all about what’s to come when Black Panther: Wakanda Forever debuts on the big screen November 11th. Stay tuned for our full, spoiler-free review!
The Winter issue of Disney twenty-three takes readers back to Pandora for a new set of adventures that await fans in Cameron’s Avatar: The Way of Water. The much-anticipated sequel to the highest-grossing movie of all time opens in theaters December 16, and Disney twenty-three goes behind the scenes on the next chapter in this groundbreaking story with stars Sam Worthington (Jake), Zoe Saldaña (Neytiri), and Sigourney Weaver (Kiri), as well as producer Jon Landau. “At its core, Avatar: The Way of Water is about family, about survival, about our Na’vi and human family, and about the greater family with our fellow creatures and our flora and fauna,” says Weaver.
In 2009, James Cameron’s Avatar transported audiences to a completely new world, exploring a dazzling landscape of colorful characters and unique species, while touching the hearts of millions.
D23 Expo 2022 gave fans a first look at Disney 100 Years of Wonder. The new issue explores some of the highlights of the celebration, including new theme park spectaculars, incredible films, and an immersive touring exhibition from the Walt Disney Archives.
Ever since Giselle (Amy Adams) and Robert (Patrick Dempsey) got their “happily ever after” in 2007’s Enchanted, fans have been dreaming about what happens next. On November 18, Disney+ is granting that wish with the new film Disenchanted. Stars Maya Rudolph, Gabriella Baldacchino, James Marsden, and Disney Legend Idina Menzel, along with director Adam Shankman, reveal the true meaning of “happily ever after” and what’s in store for this fairytale family after Giselle and Robert share true love’s kiss. Plus, Warwick Davis talks about bringing back his iconic character Willow Ufgood, who is tasked once more with saving the world in Lucasfilm’s Willow, an Original series coming November 30 to Disney+.
Disney Legend Tim Allen revisits key moments from his acting career, including what it was like to reprise his classic role as the “man in the red suit” in the upcoming Disney+ Original series, The Santa Clauses, recounting favorite memories from sleigh bells and toolbelts to infinity and beyond. And stars of the upcoming Disney+ Original series National Treasure: Edge of History share their own book of secrets about what’s in store for this next generation of treasure hunters.
The new issue, available exclusively to Gold Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, also takes a boat ride down memory lane with Disney Park historians to commemorate 25 years of “it’s a small world” Holiday.
Special Gift
As a special bonus, each issue of the publication, available exclusively to D23 Gold Members, will include a set of holiday-themed gift tags as part of D23 Season of Magic presented by Target.
Also in the Winter 2022 issue of Disney twenty-three:
Embark on an adventure into a Strange World with director Don Hall and stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Gabrielle Union, and more
Meet New York City’s coolest new partners in crime fighting in Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
Look back on the making of The Muppets Christmas Carol 30 years later in an entertaining talk with Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzy Bear, and their friends
Get an exclusive sneak-peek of Leslie Iwerks’ upcoming book based on her hit Disney+ documentary series The Imagineering Story
Enjoy a special look at the best of the magic from D23 Expo 2022
Regular features including By the Numbers, D Society, Character Analysis, and Ask the Walt Disney Archives
Disney twenty-three is delivered directly to fans’ doorsteps and is offered exclusively to D23 Gold Members as a benefit of their membership. The latest issue will begin arriving before the end of November.
Merry Brick-mas! LEGOLAND® California Resort is bringing LEGO® cheer to sunny Carlsbad, CA this holiday season. From November 19, 2022 – January 8, 2023, the Resort will be transformed into a winter wonderland complete with elaborate décor, twinkling lights, garland, presents, Christmas trees, and even falling snow – all included with general Park admission and select annual passes.
During Holidays at LEGOLAND California, stop by four festive zones – Peppermint Plaza, Santa’s Tinseltown, Wizard’s Winter Hill, and Sweet Sugar Square – each featuring seasonal entertainment, attractions, and excitement, including:
• Peppermint Plaza: Meet and greet with a LEGO Toy Soldier, sing along with The Mint Marching Band, and get some holiday shopping in at The Big Shop.
• Santa’s Tinseltown (in Funtown): Head to Funtown and enjoy the 30-foot, fully decorated LEGO Christmas tree featuring more than 400 ornaments, or play in the falling snow (yes, in Southern California!) at the Holiday Light Show. Visit the LEGOLAND Factory, where families can see Santa’s elves busy making toys and wrapping presents ahead of the big day.
• Wizard’s Winter Hill: Sample seasonal treats like exclusive peppermint and bubblegum ice cream, seasonal rice pudding and crepes, and a special Yeti milkshake topped with holiday donuts!
• Sugar Square: Meet and greet with characters like LEGO Gingerbread Man or indulge in desserts from the Sweet Treats cart.
For a fun photo opp, hop on a sleigh with a life-size LEGO Santa, pulled by his trusted LEGO reindeer, or dress the part and participate in Benny’s Ugly Sweater Party, a fun and festive sing-along show.
After the Christmastime celebrations, ring in the New Year on December 31 with dazzling fireworks, delicious treats, festive entertainment, and more at this year’s Kids’ New Year’s Eve. Countdown to LEGOLAND California’s version of midnight (which is at 7 p.m.) with Captain Cranky and his pirate crew, enjoy live singers, glittering costumes, and a confetti surprise at the Funtown Stage.
Taste all-new treats like “Firework” churros (with Pop Rocks), and sing and dance at the Block Party. View fireworks from several areas in the Park with special 3D glasses that turn the bursts into LEGO bricks, or embark on a scavenger hunt through Miniland to help the Minilanders find their New Year’s Eve party hats.
After a day of family cheer, cozy up at LEGOLAND® Hotel or LEGOLAND® Castle Hotel (both only steps away from the theme park). Both Hotels feature themed guest rooms and a separate sleeping area just for kids, along with an in-room treasure hunt with prizes, a heated, resort-style pool, and complimentary breakfast daily.
LEGOLAND California’s full 2022 operating calendar can be found here.
First released at the D23 Expo, Disney celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the film “Aladdin” with the Jasmine limited edition doll.
Jasmine maintains her classic turquoise ensemble with a gorgeous purple crop top and harem pants. Her modern take on a classic look features gold jewelry along the waistline and beautiful feather detailing to complete her whimsical look.
Back from her magic carpet ride, Jasmine is now available on shopDisney.com.
Designed by Disney artists, this limited edition doll has been carefully designed to ensure every detail was captured. This collectible doll is sure to be a treasured keepsake for many years to come.
There’s no place like Disney+ for the holidays with the “Happy Holidays” collection returning for the third year. In addition to perennial favorites, Disney+ will premiere exclusive new movies, series, and specials throughout November and December for everyone in your family to enjoy, including “Night at the Museum: Kahumunrah Rises Again” available on December 9.
With even more highly anticipated exclusive originals coming to the service in 2023, its the perfect time to share the joy of streaming with any Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic fans in your life, To give the gift of Disney+ this holiday season, visithttps://www.disneyplus.com/welcome/gift-subscription
New Additions to Disney+’s 2022 Season’s Streamings Collection
Disney+ will bring more of the season’s magic to subscribers with new titles from Disney Channel, Disney Junior, and Disney XD coming to the “Happy Holidays” collection, including: “Mickey Saves Christmas” (Nov 28) and new holiday episodes of “Puppy Dog Pals” (Nov 23), Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends (Nov 30), “The Villains of Valley View” (Dec 7), “Raven’s Home.” (Dec 7), Alice’s Wonderland Bakery (Dec 7), and “Eureka!” (Dec 14).
As a special treat for Muppets fans, the full-length version of “The Muppet Christmas Carol” including the song “When Love Is Gone” will be added to the extras page of the film on Disney+ on December 9 in celebration of its 30th anniversary.
From Scott Calvin’s return to the big red suit to joyful music from Pentatonix, the following Disney+ Originals will be available to stream in the “Happy Holidays” collection:
“Donna Hay Christmas”: Now Streaming
Donna Hay shows us how to create the most spectacular festive celebration in her new four-part series, Donna Hay Christmas. From reimagined festive mains like the ultimate glazed ham, to show-stopping desserts like her signature centerpiece pavlova, Donna shares her best time-savers and signature cheats to create your very own kind of Christmas magic.
“The Santa Clauses” Streaming November 16
Scott Calvin is back! After being Santa Claus for nearly thirty years, he’s as jolly as ever. But as Christmas declines in popularity, so does his Santa magic. Scott struggles to keep up with the demands of the job, as well as being there for his family. Upon discovering there is a way to retire from his post, Scott considers stepping down as Santa Claus and finding a worthy successor so that he can become a better father and husband.
“Best in Snow” Streaming November 18
“Best in Snow” is a festive holiday special, hosted by Tituss Burgess, featuring teams from around the world transported to a magical snowy village and thrown into a spirited competition to show off their snow-carving skills. Spectacular snow sculptures, lively musical performances from DCappella, and special guest Kermit the Frog make this action-packed winter event fun for the entire family.
“The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special” Streaming November 25
On a mission to make Christmas unforgettable for Quill, the Guardians head to Earth in search of the perfect present.
“The Hip Hop Nutcracker” Streaming November 25
RUN DMC’s Rev Run brings us along for a hip-hop reimagining of The Nutcracker ballet set in New York City. On the night of the annual New Year’s Eve Block Party, Maria-Clara’s Mom and Pop aren’t getting along and it’s bringing her down. Maria-Clara embarks on a holiday adventure to bring her parents back together. Will it be enough to rekindle their lost love before the clock strikes midnight?
“Pentatonix: Around the World for the Holidays” Streaming December 2
Superstar a cappella group Pentatonix needs inspiration for their annual holiday album. After getting locked in a mystical mailroom, a little Disney magic sends us on a whirlwind tour around the world, discovering holiday traditions and inspiration from Pentatonix fans across the globe. The journey leads the group to realize that wherever we find ourselves, it really is a small world, after all!
Exclusive Disney+ Originals Premiering During the Holiday Season
In addition to the seasonal themed offerings, Disney+ offers a dynamic slate of new exclusive content streaming. In addition to crowning the new Mirror Ball trophy winner in the season finale of “Dancing with the Stars” on November 21 and the exciting season 1 finale of “Andor” on November 23, Disney+ is also streaming the below and more:
Save Our Squad with David Beckham” Streaming November 9
David Beckham is coming home. Over the course of a season, David joins East London club, Westward Boys, a team playing in the league where it all began for him as a boy – the Echo Premier League. Westward haven’t won a game all season, and the threat of being relegated from the league looms large. David has a mammoth task at hand. Will he be able to save their squad?
Zootopia+ (Shorts) Streaming November 9
“Zootopia+” heads back to the fast-paced mammal metropolis of Zootopia in a short-form series that dives deeper into the lives of some of the Oscar®-winning feature film’s most intriguing residents, including Fru Fru, the fashion-forward arctic shrew; ZPD dispatcher Clawhauser, the sweet-toothed cheetah; and Flash, the smiling sloth who’s full of surprises.
“Limitless with Chris Hemsworth” Streaming November 16
Chris Hemsworth is on an epic mission to discover how to live better for longer. With the help of world-class experts, family and friends, he’s embarking on a series of immense challenges to push himself to new limits and stop the diseases of old age before they take hold. Chris will discover how we all can unlock our potential to stay fitter, healthier and happier throughout our lives.
“Disenchanted” Streaming November 18
A live-action musical comedy “Disenchanted” is a sequel to Disney’s box office hit “Enchanted” featuring the original cast from the heart-warming story of the lovable, hopelessly romantic maiden, Giselle from the fairy tale world of Andalasia who has grown disillusioned with life in the city and moves with her growing family to the suburbs in search of a more fairytale life.
Mickey: The Story of a Mouse Streaming November 18
Mickey Mouse is recognized as a symbol of joy and innocence in virtually every corner of the globe. Mickey became an overnight sensation when he starred in the first sync-sound animated short, Steamboat Willie. Through the decades, he evolved into strikingly different versions that reflect both his creator’s remarkable career and dramatic societal shifts in the nation he came to represent.
“Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium” Streaming November 20
“Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium” is a concert event featuring legendary, global superstar Elton John, live from Dodger Stadium in his final North American show. As part of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour, this concert experience features special guests and performances of unparalleled global hits spanning decades, in one of the greatest send-offs in music history. This is a must-see concert event for audiences of all ages. Leading up to the concert is the “Countdown to Elton Live” red carpet event featuring celebrity guests and a countdown to the historic live concert.
“Willow” Streaming November 30
An all-new action-adventure series based on George Lucas’ fantasy-adventure film. The story began when an aspiring sorcerer, played by Warwick Davis, is whisked away on a journey to protect an infant empress Elora Danan and vanquish the evil Queen Bavmorda from their world of Andowyne. Now, the story continues with Davis reprising his titular role as he leads an unlikely crew of heroes on a quest to protect Andowyne from an even larger foe than they had imagined possible.
“Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2: Rodrick Rules” Streaming December 2
The riotous antics of angst-ridden, disaster-prone, middle school student Greg Heffley continue, focusing this time around on his complicated relationship with older brother Rodrick. Now, Greg takes on one of his biggest challenges yet – surviving a weekend alone with Rodrick and abiding by his growing list of rules.
“Idina Menzel: Which Way to the Stage?” Streaming December 9
Join Tony Award®-winner Idina Menzel on her journey to headline Madison Square Garden in this intimate and inspirational documentary.
“Night at the Museum: Kahmunrah Rises Again” Streaming December 9
In “Night at the Museum: Kahmunrah Rises Again,” Nick Daley is following in his father’s footsteps as night watchman at the American Museum of Natural History, so he knows what happens when the sun goes down. But when the maniacal ruler Kahmunrah escapes, it is up to Nick to save the museum once and for all.
“National Treasure: Edge of History” Streaming December 14
Jess Valenzuela’s life is turned upside down when an enigmatic stranger gives her a clue to a centuries-old treasure that might be connected to her long-dead father. Jess has a knack for solving puzzles, and her skills are put to the test as she and her friends follow a series of clues hidden in American artifacts and landmarks. But can Jess outsmart a black-market antiquities dealer in a race to find history’s greatest lost treasure and unbury the truth about her family’s past?
“Le Pupille” Streaming December 16
From writer and director, Alice Rohrwacher, and Academy Award®-winning producer, Alfonso Cuarón, “Le Pupille” is a tale of innocence, greed and fantasy. This live action short is about desires, pure and selfish, about freedom and devotion, and about the anarchy that is capable of flowering in the minds of girls within the confines of a strict religious boarding school at Christmas.
“Encanto at The Hollywood Bowl” Streaming December 28
Step into Casa Madrigal for an unprecedented concert spectacular as the original voice cast of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Academy Award®-winning “Encanto” reunites at the Hollywood Bowl. Starring Stephanie Beatriz (as Mirabel), Adassa (as Dolores), Carolina Gaitán (as Pepa), Jessica Darrow (as Luisa), Diane Guerrero (as Isabela), Mauro Castillo (as Félix), Angie Cepeda (as Julieta) and Olga Merediz (as Abuela Alma) and special guests, including legendary Colombian superstars and multiple Latin GRAMMY Winners Carlos Vives and Andrés Cepeda, “Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl” turns the historic venue into the world of the animated film that became a global phenomenon.
This live-to-film concert experience, featuring an 80-person orchestra, 50 dancers and out-of-this-world special effects, gives viewers a front-row seat to the unprecedented musical extravaganza celebrating the world, characters and songs of Disney Animation’s “Encanto.”
2022 Disney Ultimate Toy Drive
The Disney+ Season’s Streamings celebration coincides with The Walt Disney Company’s 2022 Disney Ultimate Toy Drive benefiting the Marine Toys for Tots Program. For 75 years, Disney has supported Toys for Tots to help bring toys to millions of children in need during the holiday season. Families and fans can join the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive and give back to those who need it most by:
• Donating a toy online at shopDisney.com from now through December 24, 2022, or
• Donating a new, unwrapped toy in person at one of our drop-off locations now through December 12, 2022 (the list of which can be found at Disney.com/toydrive)
Today, The Walt Disney Company launched the 2022 Disney Ultimate Toy Drive in support of the Marine Toys for Tots Program, continuing a 75-year tradition of helping the foundation deliver toys, hope and joy to children in need during the holiday season. Fans and families can join the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive by purchasing a toy to donate online at shopDisney.com now through December 24, 2022, or by donating a new, unwrapped toy in person at a Disney store or Disney store outlet location, the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland® Resort or Disney Springs at Walt Disney World® Resort*, now through December 12, 2022.
Disney is committed to inspiring a better world through the power of stories, and today has released a heartfelt animated spot that celebrates the joy of giving to help raise awareness of the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive.
“Disney is incredibly proud to celebrate this milestone anniversary and continue our longstanding relationship with Toys for Tots to help make the holiday season brighter for children in need,” said Jennifer Cohen, executive vice president, Corporate Social Responsibility, The Walt Disney Company. “We all have the opportunity to deliver joy when we give back to our communities, and by working together through efforts like the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive, our combined impact is that much greater.”
The relationship between Disney and Toys for Tots dates back to the program’s beginnings when Walt Disney and his studio artists personally designed the Toys for Tots train logo that is still used to this day. Since 1947, Toys for Tots and volunteers have distributed nearly 630 million toys to over 280 million children.
“Marine Toys for Tots is fortunate to have a partner like The Walt Disney Company who has supported the program from the very start 75 years ago. Disney’s multifaceted support spanning decades has allowed Toys for Tots to expand its reach delivering hope and joy to millions of less fortunate children. Disney’s community service goals certainly align with those the Marine Corps has promoted for over 75 years through the Toys for Tots Program. We couldn’t be more proud to have a friend like Disney,” said Lieutenant General Jim Laster, USMC (Retired), the President and CEO of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.
Throughout the holiday season, The Walt Disney Company will support Toys for Tots in several ways, including by airing a PSA, voiced by The Conners’ John Goodman, on its television networks and streaming platforms – such as ABC, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, Disney XD, Freeform, FX, Hulu and National Geographic – to encourage viewers to participate in the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive. Content from across the networks, including ABC’s General Hospital, various ABC News shows and platforms, and ESPN’s GetUp! will feature Disney Ultimate Toy Drive and Toys for Tots integrations to highlight the season of giving and the importance of supporting communities in need.
Additional toy collections will be hosted by the ABC Owned Television Stations in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Houston, Raleigh-Durham and Fresno, as well as at in person events such as the premieres for Disenchanted and The Santa Clauses, both streaming on Disney+ in November.
The Disney Ultimate Toy Drive aims to inspire hope where it’s needed during the holiday season. For more information, visit www.disney.com/toydrive.
* At Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort, collection bins are located at the World of Disney store, Star Wars Trading Post, and Hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Guests and Disneyland Resort cast members can also participate on 12/10/22-12/11/22 from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., when U.S. Marines will be on hand near the Downtown Disney® LIVE! stage to accept donations on behalf of Toys for Tots. At Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort, collection bins are located at the World of Disney store, Marketplace Co-Op, Star Wars Galactic Outpost and the Disney Springs Welcome Center.
20th Century Studios has released a new trailer and poster for “Avatar: The Way of Water,” James Cameron’s highly anticipated, first follow-up to his Academy Award®-winning “Avatar,” the highest-grossing film of all time. “Avatar: The Way of Water” opens in theaters on December 16.
In celebration of the trailer and poster launch for “Avatar: The Way of Water,” a stunning light show of massive proportions featuring highlights from the film will be projected tonight (November 2, 2022) over Niagara Falls.
With “Avatar: The Way of Water,” the cinematic experience reaches new heights as Cameron transports audiences back to the magnificent world of Pandora in a spectacular and stirring action-packed adventure.
Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, “Avatar: The Way of Water” begins to tell the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their kids), the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay alive, and the tragedies they endure.
Directed by James Cameron and produced by Cameron and Jon Landau, the Lightstorm Entertainment Production stars Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang and Kate Winslet. Screenplay by James Cameron & Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver. Story by James Cameron & Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver & Josh Friedman & Shane Salerno. David Valdes and Richard Baneham serve as the film’s executive producers.
This year, four new Starbucks holiday cup designs offer the comforts and cheer of the season, each wrapped up like a gift.
“We have always talked about the cups as little gifts, and we hope they feel like a festive present to our customers and store partners,” said Gary Jacobson, Starbucks creative director for this year’s holiday campaign.
To bring that sentiment to life on the cups, designers created a collection of holiday motifs – like sparkles, ornaments and snowflakes – to add a sense of seasonal joy. Ribbon and tape elements bring another gift-giving element, along with gift tags on the back of each cup – perfect for a personalized note. The color palette features classic seasonal colors with the added flair of mint green. The result is a warm and welcoming vibe during a season that brings people together.
“We are really focused on creating a joyful experience throughout the entire Starbucks experience – whether a customer is visiting at our drive-thru or in our café,” said Jacobson. “Whatever we can touch, we wanted to make sure that we make someone’s day a little bit brighter in a holiday way.”
Cozy Evergreen This bold red cup features white evergreen trees in a graphic pattern, sure to warm the hands and the heart on a cold winter’s day.Frosted Sparkle Retro starbursts and diamond shapes adorn on this frosty mint green cup for a merry moment of holiday joy.Gift-Wrapped Magic Wavy ribbons and shimmering sparkles give this red and green cup a magical vibe, all wrapped up like the perfect gift.Ornament Wonder Designers started with the iconic white Starbucks cup and wrapped it in a delicate micro-pattern of colorful holiday motifs like festive ornaments.
Nothing says the most magical time of the year like the Starbucks red cup returning. This year is extra special as Starbucks celebrates 25 years of the iconic holiday cup and the return of a full menu of seasonal handcrafted beverages and festive food.
Starting Nov. 3, holiday beverages officially return to the Starbucks menu, including the Peppermint Mocha, Caramel Brulée Latte, Chestnut Praline Latte, Toasted White Chocolate Mocha, Irish Cream Cold Brew and, returning for its second holiday season, the nondairy Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte.
In the bakery case, new this year is the Chocolate Pistachio Swirl, which joins the returning Reindeer Cake Pop, Sugar Plum Cheese Danish, Cranberry Bliss Bar and Snowman Cookie.
Holiday Beverages
Turning 20 this year, the Peppermint Mocha has become one of the most beloved holiday beverage on the menu. The beverage, which debuted in 2002, features espresso combined with steamed milk, mocha sauce and peppermint-flavored syrup, topped with whipped cream and dark chocolate curls*.
Espresso, steamed milk and rich caramel brulée sauce are combined and topped with whipped cream and caramel brulée topping to create the Caramel Brulée Latte*.
The Chestnut Praline Latte features espresso, steamed milk and the flavors of caramelized chestnuts and spices topped with whipped cream and spiced praline crumbs*.
Festive flavors of caramelized white chocolate mocha sauce meet espresso and steamed milk to create our Toasted White Chocolate Mocha, which is then finished with whipped cream and a topping of holiday sugar sparkles and crispy white pearls*.
Back for a second season, the Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte combines sugar cookie syrup, Starbucks® Blonde Espresso, ice, creamy almondmilk, and is topped with festive red and green sprinkles*.
The Irish Cream Cold Brew unites bold, super smooth Starbucks Cold Brew with Irish Cream syrup, which is then topped with vanilla sweet cream foam and a strike of cocoa powder.
Holiday Food
The NEW Chocolate Pistachio Swirl’s creamy chocolate filling with notes of cinnamon and coffee is swirled into buttery brioche-inspired dough with mint chocolate chips and topped with chopped pistachios**.
Vanilla cake with chocolaty icing is finished with a festive red nose and antlers to make the Reindeer Cake Pop**.
The Sugar Plum Cheese Danish features cream cheese filling surrounded by a fluffy Danish and topped with spiced sugar plum spread**.
A blondie cake with tart dried cranberries, garnished with a layer of cream-cheese icing, orange zest and a sprinkle of dried cranberries make up the beloved Cranberry Bliss Bar**. Also available for purchase by the tray.
The fan-favorite Snowman Cookie starts with a buttery shortbread snowman dressed up in white chocolatey icing**.
*Available hot, iced, and as a Frappuccino® blended beverage available in U.S. Starbucks stores for a limited time, while supplies last.
** Available in U.S. Starbucks stores for a limited time, while supplies last.
Disney+ subscribers in the U.S. can participate in a limited test experience that will bring their favorite stories to life with special access to must-have merchandise available on shopDisney for this holiday season. For a limited time, Disney+ subscribers can visit shopDisney.com/DisneyPlusSpecialAccess or the details pages of select movies, series and shorts on Disney+ to scan QR codes to purchase highly-anticipated items before the general public. Subscribers can purchase products from fan-favorite franchises and titles including Star Wars, Marvel Studios’ Black Panther and Doctor Strange in The Multiverse of Madness and receive exclusive access to merchandise from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen 2 and Disney•Pixar Lightyear.
“Special access to this curated collection of merchandise for the upcoming holiday season is the latest example of the many ways we experiment with how to improve the user experience on Disney+, which includes enhancing the benefits of being a subscriber,” said Alisa Bowen, President of Disney+. “We’re excited to collaborate with shopDisney to explore how we can potentially better serve our audiences by expanding the ways they get to interact with the stories and characters they love on Disney+.”
During this test experience, eligible subscribers can visit shopDisney.com/DisneyPlusSpecialAccess or navigate to the Shop tab within the details pages of select movies, series and shorts on Disney+ to scan QR codes that will take users directly to the merchandise on shopDisney. The Shop tab will be available to Disney+ primary profiles in the U.S. that have been verified as 18 and older.
“shopDisney has all of the products to bring your favorite Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, Marvel and National Geographic stories to life,” said Naveen Seshadri, EVP Global Retail. “By providing our Disney+ subscribers special access to curated merchandise on shopDisney, we are uncovering new ways for our fans to shop and further connect content and commerce.”
Special access will grant Disney+ subscribers early access to products including:
Additionally, Disney+ subscribers will have exclusive access for shopDisney made-to-order merchandise, including new t-shirt and sweatshirt designs from Disney’s Frozen 2 and Disney and Pixar’s Lightyear.
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