The new Disney+ Original series “National Treasure: Edge of History,” based on the hit film franchise, made its debut at San Diego Comic-Con 2022, complete with a Ballroom 20 panel, a new teaser trailer, and a behind-the-scenes look at the series.
Moderated by comedian and influencer Jenny Lorenzo (“What’s Up, Disney+”), the panel featured series stars Lisette Olivera, Zuri Reed, Antonio Cipriano, Jordan Rodrigues, Jake Austin Walker, Lyndon Smith and executive producers Cormac and Marianne Wibberley. Additionally, it was announced that Harvey Keitel (“Pulp Fiction”), who played Peter Sadusky in the “National Treasure” film franchise, will join the series as a guest star in the same role. The Disney Branded Television series is produced by ABC Signature for Disney+.
The series focuses on a young heroine, Jess (Lisette Olivera), a brilliant and resourceful DREAMer who embarks on the adventure of a lifetime to uncover the truth about her family’s mysterious past and save a lost Pan-American treasure.
During the panel, executive producers Cormac and Marianne Wibberley shared their vision for the reboot of the smash hit franchise and how incredibly thrilled they are to showcase this dream cast for the series, which also includes Academy and Tony Award®-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones. It was previously announced that Justin Bartha will guest star in the series, reprising his role as Riley Poole.
In addition to Olivera, the series also stars Zuri Reed (“Flatbush Misdemeanors”) as Tasha, Jess’ ride-or-die friend who joins the treasure hunt but is forced to reevaluate her belief system to help her best friend; Antonio Cipriano (“Jagged Little Pill” on Broadway) as Oren, a lovable but self-obsessed goofball with an encyclopedic knowledge of conspiracy theories that attempts to win back Tasha’s affections; Jordan Rodrigues (“Lady Bird”) as Ethan, Jess’ childhood best friend who has loved her since the day they met.
Jake Austin Walker (“Rectify”) as Liam, a swoon-worthy struggling musician, with a permanent chip on his shoulder, who comes from a long line of treasure hunters; Catherine Zeta-Jones (“Chicago”) as Billie, a badass billionaire, black-market antiquities expert and treasure hunter who lives by her own code; and Lyndon Smith (“Parenthood”) as FBI Agent Ross, a dogged investigator who begins to realize there’s a greater conspiracy at hand.
Jerry Bruckheimer, Cormac and Marianne Wibberley, Jonathan Littman and KristieAnne Reed executive produce the series alongside Rick Muirragui, who also serves as a writer. Jon Turteltaub is also an executive producer. Mira Nair is directing and executive producing.
Disney Cruise Line will offer enchanting fall vacations that take families coast-to-coast in 2023, including special sailings with spook-tacular surprises, holiday cheer and the fleet’s first-ever departures from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. With cruises from Florida, California and New York, adults and children alike will discover the wonder of the holidays aboard Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime Cruises.
“We are excited to provide families with experiences that create lasting memories,” said Sharon Siskie, senior vice president and general manager of Disney Cruise Line. “With offerings for the entire family, specially curated activities for both Halloween and the holidays and a brand-new home port in South Florida, our guests will have more ways than ever to experience the magic of Disney at sea.”
Halloween on the High Seas cruises will return from mid-September through October 2023. Aboard these not-so-spooky sailings, guests will eat, drink and be scary with their favorite characters dressed in Halloween costumes, celebrate the season at Mickey’s Mouse-querade party, enjoy trick-or-treating at sea and more.
From early November through December, Disney Cruise Line ships will be extra merry and bright during Very Merrytime Cruises that celebrate the spirit of the holiday season. On these sailings, Disney magic will take on a whole new meaning with characters dressed in festive garb from head to (mistle)toe, a special tree-lighting ceremony, holiday décor, and special guests – Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Bookings open to the public on July 28, 2022. More details can be found on disneycruise.com.
New Adventures Aboard the Disney Dream
The Disney Dream has new destinations on the horizon for the fall of 2023.
Following its inaugural season in Europe, the Disney Dream will set sail from New York City for the first time. Families will enjoy four-, five- and six-night sailings from the Big Apple to Bermuda, where they will explore the island’s renowned pink-sand beaches, world-class shopping, aquatic adventures and distinctive blend of British and Caribbean culture. Plus, a special four-night voyage on the Disney Dream will transport guests to the charming Canadian seaport city of Saint John.
Starting Nov. 20, 2023, Disney Cruise Line will find a new South Florida home in Port Everglades, offering four- and five-night cruises aboard the Disney Dream to tropical locales in the western Caribbean and Bahamas. Families will enjoy stops in places like Grand Cayman, Cozumel and Nassau from Disney Cruise Line’s second year-round home port, along with visits to Castaway Cay, Disney’s private island oasis.
Mexican Riviera Adventures from California
Beginning in mid-October 2023, the Disney Magic will find its home on the West Coast, setting sail from San Diego for voyages ranging from two to seven nights to Baja and the Mexican Riviera. Guests will experience the sparkling waters and beautiful landscapes of Santa Catalina Island, Calif., Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada, Mexico. An exclusive seven-night Mexican Riviera sailing will feature the breathtaking ports of Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas, which are perfect for recreational water activities such as snorkeling and scuba diving.
Tropical Vacations from Port Canaveral, Florida
In the fall of 2023, the Disney Wish and Disney Fantasy will continue sailing from Port Canaveral to tropical destinations in the Bahamas and Caribbean.
The Disney Wish will sail three- and four-night cruises to the Bahamas, including visits to Nassau and Castaway Cay.
The Disney Fantasy will offer families even more time to experience Disney Cruise Line’s world-class dining, Broadway-style shows and spaces designed for the entire family during seven-night cruises to stunning destinations in the eastern and western Caribbean.
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Disney+ revealed plans to stream Disney and Pixar’s “Lightyear” beginning August 3, 2022. A new spot celebrating the upcoming launch is now available. “’Lightyear’ looks amazing on the big screen, of course, but we are so excited to bring it to Disney+,” said Angus MacLane, who helmed the film. “We devoted years of our lives to this film and we are so proud of it. We want to share it with as many people as possible. Disney+ not only gives more fans an opportunity to see ‘Lightyear,’ it gives us all the means to see it again and again.”
ABOUT THE MOVIE
A sci-fi action adventure and the definitive origin story of Buzz Lightyear, the hero who inspired the toy, “Lightyear” follows the legendary Space Ranger after he’s marooned on a hostile planet 4.2 million light-years from Earth alongside his commander and their crew. As Buzz tries to find a way back home through space and time, he’s joined by a group of ambitious recruits and his charming robot companion cat, Sox. Complicating matters and threatening the mission is the arrival of Zurg, an imposing presence with an army of ruthless robots and a mysterious agenda.
The film features the voices of Chris Evans as accomplished Space Ranger Buzz Lightyear, Uzo Aduba as his commander and best friend Alisha Hawthorne and Peter Sohn as Sox. Keke Palmer, Taika Waititi and Dale Soules lend their voices to the Junior Zap Patrol’s Izzy Hawthorne, Mo Morrison and Darby Steel, respectively, and James Brolin can be heard as the enigmatic Zurg.
The voice cast also includes Mary McDonald-Lewis as onboard computer I.V.A.N., Isiah Whitlock Jr. as Commander Burnside, Efren Ramirez as Airman Díaz, Keira Hairston as Young Izzy and Tim Peake as Tim/Mission Control (in U.K. release). Directed by Angus MacLane (co-director “Finding Dory”), produced by Galyn Susman (“Toy Story That Time Forgot”) and featuring a score by award-winning composer Michael Giacchino (“The Batman,” “Up”), Disney and Pixar’s “Lightyear” is in theaters now. The film streams on Disney+ beginning Aug. 3, 2022.
Well, look who finally showed up. Disney+ has announced that “Deadpool,” “Deadpool 2,” and “Logan” will arrive on the streaming service in the U.S. on July 22, giving fans access to more from the Marvel collection, all in one place.
“Deadpool” (2016): Based upon Marvel Comics’ most unconventional anti-hero, DEADPOOL tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life.
“Deadpool 2” (2018): Foul-mouthed mutant mercenary Wade Wilson (AKA. Deadpool), brings together a team of fellow mutant rogues to protect a young boy with supernatural abilities from the brutal, time-traveling cyborg, Cable.
“Logan” (2017): In the near future, a weary Logan cares for an ailing Professor X in a hideout on the Mexican border. But Logan’s attempts to hide from the world and his legacy are up-ended when a young mutant arrives, being pursued by dark forces.
With the addition of these new titles, subscribers are invited to revisit their parental controls settings to ensure a viewing experience most suitable for them and their family.
The dedicated Marvel brand page on Disney+ already serves as home to the largest Marvel collection with hundreds of hours of movies and shows. View the streaming home of Marvel on Disney+ here: https://www.disneyplus.com/brand/marvel
Strap yourselves in and prepare for thrill ride of summer 2022 you’ve been waiting for. Wonder Woman – Flight of Courage has made a solid landing and speeding off to new heights at Six Flags Magic Mountain.
Opening the runway in the newly renovated DC Universe area, the amusement park sets and breaks world records solidifying itself as the thrill capitol of the world. This will be Six Flags Magic Mountain’s 20th roller coaster operating in the park. The Rocky Mountain Construction roller coaster is not only the world’s longest single-rail roller coaster in the world at 3,300 feet, but also the world’s tallest at 131 feet.
That first drop plummets brave riders down an 87 degree angle. The 12 passenger trains whizzes by at a top speed of 58 mph. 3 inversions including a raven dive, 180 degree stall, and zero-g roll. Several airtime hills that includes left and right tilts along the track. Not to mention dramatic a high speed turnaround and gut-wrenching overbank cutback.
The single-rail steel roller coaster is a comfortable, smooth ride in single row seating configuration. Helpful attendants secure and lock the over-the shoulder restraints as the vehicle slowly crawls from one end of the load station to the other. The shoulder belts gives a sense of security, especially when hanging upside down for a few seconds during the ride. Although they may slip for anyone with small shoulders and while whipping around back and forth. Not too worry as the lap bar locks your legs into place.
There is an indoor segment of the queue themed to the Embassy of Themyscira. The exterior is painted to appear like marble, while the interior is decorated with banners, armor, weapons, shields, banners, and description of other Greek characters. Around the turn, lockers are provided for a minimal fee or leave your belongings with a non-rider. There is a small clear-plastic zip pouch in front each seat for pocket-sized items like wallets, smartphones, and car keys. The Flash Pass option will also be available at an additional cost for a shorter wait in line.
The opening ceremony invited Los Angeles first responders as the first official riders. Wonder Woman herself made an appearance to greet fans and coaster enthusiasts. The billowing wind dispersed a cloud of sparkling confetti whilst spreading the light of truth, justice, and equality over all in attendance.
Wonder Woman will toss, turn, and hang you upside down extracting all the fear and tension from your body producing uncontrollable streams of giggles and laughter. By the end, the only truth left to admit is how thrilling and exhilarating the experience was that you’ll want to go back again and again. Honestly, that’s no lie. The front seats delivers an unprecedented scope of views in all directions of the park. The back seating drags and pulls riders in and hugs onto the twisted steel track. The middle seat section supplies a prime form of comfort in between.
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Although nearly identical to Jersey Devil roller coaster in Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson Township, New Jersey, it doesn’t take the fun out of this amazing ride. You’re clear for takeoff with Wonder Woman – Flight of Courage, now flying at Six Flags Magic Mountain.
Oh Boy! The Happiest Place on Earth just turned 67 and Disneyland guests were surprised with magic, spectacle, and one-of-a-kind experiences that included the iconic return of a resort staple, the Red Car Trolley.
To start off the day, the Big Cheese himself, Mickey Mouse, hopped aboard the Red Car Trolley at Buena Vista Street and was the first to take the trolley around Disney California Adventure. All the way, Mickey greeted guests, danced, and stopped for photos to commemorate the return of the trolley. SocalThrills had the honor of being the very first to climb aboard to join in the fun afterwards, reliving the magic and sharing in the excitement of the trolley coasting down the streets of Hollywood Blvd.
Though the trolley was not running throughout the day, fans got plenty of opportunities to snap photos, climb aboard, and take part in the celebration. Here’s hoping that with the return of the trolley, Disney fans will once again get an opportunity to grab Buena Vista Street’s latest headlines with the Red Car News Boys!
The birthday festivities didn’t stop there, as Disneyland fans of all ages gathered to sing “Happy Birthday” to their favorite theme park alongside the Dapper Dans, The Disneyland Band, and the Fab Five! Now that we are just a few short years away from Disneyland’s milestone 70th anniversary, one can’t help but wonder what is in store for the future. Only time will tell, with plenty of amazing things yet to come.
For now, Happy Birthday Disneyland, may your imagination and magic never cease to amaze!
For the second consecutive year, Apple TV+ today broke records with 52 Emmy Award nominations across 13 titles, including Best Drama, Best Comedy, Outstanding Hosted Nonfiction Series or Special Program, Lead Actress in a Drama, Lead Actor in a Drama Series, and Lead Actor in a Comedy. In under three years after its global launch, Apple TV+ boosted its total number of Emmy Award nominations by more than 40% year-over-year. The winners of the 74th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards will be unveiled at a televised ceremony on September 12, 2022.
The second season of global phenomenon “Ted Lasso,” becomes the most nominated comedy series for the second year in a row with 20 nominations total, and widely celebrated freshman drama “Severance” makes its Emmy debut with 14 nominations, scoring the first Best Drama series nomination for Apple TV+.
In addition, Apple Originals “Ted Lasso,” “Severance,” “Schmigadoon!,” “The Morning Show,” “The Problem with Jon Stewart,” “Foundation,” “Pachinko,” “See,” “Lisey’s Story,” “Central Park,” “They Call Me Magic” and “Carpool Karaoke: The Series” are recognized with nominations for this year’s Primetime Emmy Awards.
Apple TV+ series stars earn 18 acting category nominations, including 10 top acting nominations for the second season of “Ted Lasso,” and first-time acting nominations for Adam Scott (“Severance”), Sarah Niles (“Ted Lasso”), Sam Richardson (“Ted Lasso”) and Toheeb Jimoh (“Ted Lasso”). Reese Witherspoon lands her first nomination for “The Morning Show” in the Lead Actress in a Drama Series category, alongside co-star Billy Crudup who is recognized with a nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series after nabbing the award for the first season, and Marcia Gay Harden secures a nomination for Guest Actress in a Drama Series.
“This extraordinarily talented group of Emmy nominees showcase the variety of brilliant, unique and original stories we’ve been honored to bring to the screen over the past year,” said Zack Van Amburg, Apple’s head of Worldwide Video. “Each of these series has inspired audiences to view the world a little differently, drawing attention to the human condition in moving, inspiring, and often very funny new ways. We’re grateful to the Academy and applaud the creative teams and casts for their wonderful achievements today.”
“We are immensely proud of the broad selection of Apple Original programming recognized by the Television Academy today,” said Jamie Erlicht, Apple’s head of Worldwide Video. “These series have captivated audiences and we greatly admire all of these incredibly talented storytellers and congratulate them on their nominations for the dynamic stories they bring to life.”
Last year, in its second year of Emmy eligibility, Apple’s “Ted Lasso” broke records by becoming the most nominated freshman comedy series in Emmy history. Apple Original series, films, and documentaries have now been honored with 246 wins and 1,115 award nominations and counting, including this year’s Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”
In total, Apple scored 52 Emmy Award nominations for:
Ted Lasso (20)
Outstanding Comedy Series
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series – Jason Sudeikis
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series – Brett Goldstein, Toheeb Jimoh, Nick Mohammed
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series – Sarah Niles, Juno Temple, Hannah Waddingham
Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series – Harriet Walter
Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series – Sam Richardson, James Lance
Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series
Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series
Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Program (Half-Hour)
Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series
Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing (x2)
Outstanding Contemporary Hairstyling
Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy Series or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation
Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy Series or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation
Severance (14)
Outstanding Drama Series
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Drama Series — Adam Scott
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series — John Turturro
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Drama Series — Christopher Walken
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series — Patricia Arquette
Outstanding Writing For A Drama Series
Outstanding Production Design For A Narrative Contemporary Program (One Hour Or More)
Outstanding Casting For A Drama Series
Outstanding Directing For A Drama Series
Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Drama Series (x2)
Outstanding Main Title Design
Outstanding Music Composition For A Series (Original Dramatic Score)
Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music
Schmigadoon! (4)
Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics
Outstanding Music Composition For A Series (Original Dramatic Score)
Outstanding Production Design For A Narrative Program (Half-Hour)
Outstanding Choreography For Scripted Programming
The Morning Show (3)
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series — Reese Witherspoon
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series — Billy Crudup
Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series — Marcia Gay Harden
The Problem with Jon Stewart (2)
Outstanding Hosted Nonfiction Series or Special Program
Writing for a Nonfiction Program
Foundation (2)
Outstanding Main Title Design
Outstanding Special Visual Effects in a Season or Movie
Pachinko (1)
Outstanding Main Title Design
See (1)
Outstanding Special Visual Effects in a Single Episode
Lisey’s Story (1)
Outstanding Main Title Design
Central Park (1)
Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance — Stanley Tucci
They Call Me Magic (1)
Outstanding Music Composition For A Documentary Series Or Special (Original Dramatic Score)
Carpool Karaoke: The Series (1)
Outstanding Short Form Comedy, Drama or Variety Series
Everyone But Jon Hamm (1)
Outstanding Commercial
“Carpool Karaoke: The Series”
Each episode of “Carpool Karaoke: The Series” features celebrities sharing a car, singing along to their personal playlists, and embarking on adventures. Season five kicks off with Simu Liu and Jessica Henwick; “The White Lotus” costars Murray Bartlett, Alexandra Daddario and Sydney Sweeney; Anitta and Saweetie; Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott, who first met on “Carpool Karaoke”; the stars of All Elite Wrestling; and the D’Amelio family.
“Carpool Karaoke: The Series,” which has won an Emmy for each of its previous four seasons, along with multiple Producers Guild Awards and a Critics Choice Award, is produced for Apple by CBS Studios and Fulwell 73 Productions, with executive producers James Corden, Eric Pankowski and Ben Winston.
“Central Park”
“Central Park” is an animated musical comedy about the Tillermans, a family that lives in Central Park. Owen, the park manager, and Paige, his journalist wife, raise their kids Molly and Cole in the world’s most famous park, while fending off hotel heiress Bitsy Brandenham and her long suffering assistant Helen, who would love nothing more than to turn the park into condos. “Central Park” stars a renowned voice cast that includes Josh Gad, Leslie Odom Jr., Daveed Diggs, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Kathryn Hahn, Tituss Burgess and Stanley Tucci.
“Central Park” is created, written and executive produced by Emmy Award winner Loren Bouchard (“Bob’s Burgers”), alongside Grammy Award winner Josh Gad (“Frozen”) and Emmy Award winner Nora Smith (“Bob’s Burgers”). Steven Davis and Kelvin Yu serve as showrunners and also executive produce. The series is produced for Apple by 20th Television Animation, a part of Disney Television Studios.
“Foundation”
Based on Isaac Asimov’s award-winning stories, and featuring an international cast led by Jared Harris and Lee Pace, alongside rising stars Lou Llobell and Leah Harvey, the monumental adaptation of “Foundation” chronicles the stories of four crucial individuals transcending space and time as they overcome deadly crises, shifting loyalties and complicated relationships that will ultimately determine the fate of humanity. The Apple Original drama also stars Laura Birn, Terrence Mann and Cassian Bilton.
“Foundation” is led by showrunner and executive producer David S. Goyer and produced for Apple by Skydance Television with Robyn Asimov, Josh Friedman, Cameron Welsh, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Bill Bost also serving as executive producers on season one of the series.
“Lisey’s Story”
Based on the best-selling novel by Stephen King, and adapted by the author himself, “Lisey’s Story” is a deeply personal thriller that follows Lisey Landon (Academy Award winner Julianne Moore) two years after the death of her husband, famous novelist Scott Landon (Academy Award nominee Clive Owen). A series of unsettling events causes Lisey to face memories of her marriage to Scott that she has deliberately blocked out of her mind. Joan Allen, Jennifer Jason Leigh, and Dane DeHaan star alongside Moore and Owen.
An Apple Original limited series, “Lisey’s Story” is directed by Pablo Larraín, and hails from J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot Productions and Warner Bros. Television. King, Moore and Larraín executive produce alongside Abrams, Ben Stephenson and Juan de Dios Larraín. Every episode of the series was personally written by King.
“The Morning Show”
Picking up after the explosive events of season one, season two found “The Morning Show” team emerging from the wreckage of Alex (Jennifer Aniston) and Bradley’s (Reese Witherspoon) actions, to a new UBA and a world in flux, where identity is everything and the chasm between who we present as and who we really are comes into play. Along with Aniston and Witherspoon, the star-studded cast includes Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Nestor Carbonell, Karen Pittman, Bel Powley, Desean Terry, Janina Gavankar, Tom Irwin and Marcia Gay Harden, as well as new additions for season two Greta Lee, Ruairi O’Connor, Hasan Minhaj, Holland Taylor, Tara Karsian as news producer Gayle Burns, Valeria Golino and Julianna Margulies.
Developed by Kerry Ehrin, the series is executive produced by Michael Ellenberg through Media Res, which also serves as the studio, along with Aniston and Kristin Hahn through Echo Films; Witherspoon and Lauren Neustadter through Hello Sunshine. Mimi Leder also serves as executive producer.
“Pachinko”
“Pachinko” chronicles the hopes and dreams of a Korean immigrant family across four generations as they leave their homeland in an indomitable quest to survive and thrive. Starting in South Korea in the early 1900s, the story is told through the eyes of a remarkable matriarch, Sunja, who triumphs against all odds.
“Pachinko” is written and executive produced by Soo Hugh (“The Terror,” “The Killing”), who created the series and serves as showrunner. Kogonada and Justin Chon are executive producers and directed four episodes each. Michael Ellenberg and Lindsey Springer executive produce for Media Res, the studio behind the series; Theresa Kang-Lowe executive produces for Blue Marble Pictures; and Richard Middleton also executive produces. David Kim and Sebastian Lee co-executive produce.
“The Problem with Jon Stewart”
Acclaimed host, writer, producer, director and advocate Jon Stewart, recipient of this year’s Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, leads with compassion and humor as he takes a deep dive into some of the most enduring, deeply-entrenched issues of our time in the Apple Original series. “The Problem With Jon Stewart” explores complex topics, such as veteran care and burn pits, preserving individual freedom, how to achieve racial equality, climate change, American economy, the stock market, mainstream media versus sensationalism, and America’s gun crisis, through the differing perspectives of stakeholders, experts and individuals confronting these challenges.
“The Problem With Jon Stewart” is hosted and executive produced by Stewart through his Busboy Productions. The series is executive produced by showrunner Brinda Adhikari, alongside Stewart’s longtime manager James Dixon, Chris McShane, and Richard Plepler through his Eden Productions, which has an exclusive overall production deal with Apple. Lorrie Baranek is supervising producer, and Kris Acimovic is head writer.
“Schmigadoon!”
A parody of iconic musicals, “Schmigadoon!” is a new musical comedy series starring Emmy Award nominee Cecily Strong and Emmy Award winner Keegan-Michael Key as a couple on a backpacking trip designed to reinvigorate their relationship when they discover a magical town in which everyone is living in a studio musical from the 1940s. They then discover that they can’t leave until they find “true love.”
The series hails from Broadway Video and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, “Schmigadoon!” is co-created by Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio. Paul serves as showrunner and wrote all of the original songs for the series. Robert Luketic directs and co-executive produces. Lorne Michaels and Andrew Singer serve as executive producers, Micah Frank serves as co-executive producer, and star Cecily Strong and Caroline Maroney serve as producers.
“See”
“See” is set in a brutal and primitive future, hundreds of years after humankind has lost the ability to see. In season three, almost a year has passed since Baba Voss (Jason Momoa) defeated his nemesis brother Edo and bid farewell to his family to live remotely in the forest. But when a Trivantian scientist develops a new and devastating form of sighted weaponry that threatens the future of humanity, Baba returns to Paya in order to protect his tribe once more.
“See” is executive produced by Steven Knight, Francis Lawrence, Peter Chernin, Jenno Topping, Jim Rowe, Jennifer Yale, Anders Engström and Tropper, who also serves as showrunner. The series is produced by Chernin Entertainment and Endeavor Content.
“Severance”
In “Severance,” Mark Scout (Adam Scott) leads a team at Lumon Industries, whose employees have undergone a severance procedure, which surgically divides their memories between their work and personal lives. This daring experiment in “work-life balance” is called into question as Mark finds himself at the center of an unraveling mystery that will force him to confront the true nature of his work … and of himself.
“Severance” is written and created by Dan Erickson. Mark Friedman, Chris Black, John Cameron and Andrew Colville are executive producers alongside Erickson. Ben Stiller, Nicky Weinstock and Jackie Cohn executive produce through Red Hour Productions, and both Patricia Arquette and Adam Scott serve as producers. Endeavor Content serves as the studio.
“Ted Lasso”
Jason Sudeikis is Ted Lasso, an American football coach hired to manage a British soccer team — despite having no experience. But what he lacks in knowledge, he makes up for with optimism, underdog determination — and biscuits. The widely acclaimed series also stars Hannah Waddingham, Brendan Hunt, Jeremy Swift, Juno Temple, Brett Goldstein, Phil Dunster, and Nick Mohammed.
In addition to starring, Sudeikis serves as executive producer, alongside Bill Lawrence via his Doozer Productions, in association with Warner Bros. and Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group. Doozer’s Jeff Ingold also serves as an executive producer, with Liza Katzer as co-executive producer. The series was developed by Sudeikis, Lawrence, Brendan Hunt, and Joe Kelly, and is based on the pre-existing format and characters from NBC Sports.
“They Call Me Magic”
“They Call Me Magic” offers a rare glimpse into the incredible real-life story of Johnson, who left his mark on history through his work — both on and off the court — and continues to impact our culture today. With unprecedented access, the docuseries explores Magic’s remarkable journey from being the face of the Los Angeles Lakers and cementing himself as an all-time NBA legend, to changing the conversation around HIV, and transforming into a successful entrepreneur and community activist.
From his humble beginnings in Lansing, Michigan to becoming the global force he is today, “They Call Me Magic” charts the cinematic life of one of the biggest cultural icons of our era. The highly anticipated documentary event series explores the remarkable accomplishments and global impact of Johnson’s life, both on and off the court.
Directed by Rick Famuyiwa (“Dope”) and cinematographer Rachel Morrison (“Black Panther”), the docuseries is produced for Apple by XTR and New Slate Ventures, and produced in association with h.wood Media and Delirio Films.
All programs are currently streaming on Apple TV+.
Disney Music Emporium, the online destination for collectible Disney music products, returns to D23 Expo 2022 presented by Visa with a pop-up store on the show floor. Over the three-day Ultimate Disney Fan Event, on September 9, 10, and 11, the Emporium will feature limited quantities of a wide assortment of music products, including new releases from Marvel and Lucasfilm, vinyl albums, die-cut picture-disc vinyl, and more.
In addition to the 24 new offerings available at D23 Expo 2022, 10 titles are exclusive or first-to-market, including Encanto die-cut vinyl (featuring “Surface Pressure” and “We Don’t Talk About Bruno”), Enchanted (available for the first time on clear vinyl), Hocus Pocus (score-only on moon-variant vinyl), Minnie Lo-Fi (on purple orchid vinyl), Adventure Thru Inner Space (picture disc), The Lion King on Broadway(first time on vinyl), The Mandalorian Season 1(exclusive sand-colored vinyl), Music from WandaVision (exclusive red vinyl), The Legacy Collection: Aladdin (exclusive CD), and Turning Red – The Mix (exclusive CD).
Celebrate the powerful music of Marvel Studios storytelling when Variety’s Jon Burlingame hosts Disney For Scores Podcast Live. Burlingame will bring the format of the popular For Scores podcast to life as he interviews composers of favorite series and films, including Tyler Bates (Guardians of the Galaxy, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2), Laura Karpman (Ms. Marvel, What If…?), and Pinar Toprak (Captain Marvel). The panel is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on Friday, September 9 on the Backlot Stage.
The previously announced Disney Princess – The Concert performance presented by Disney Concerts on Sunday, September 11 at 4:15 p.m., featuring Tony® nominee Susan Egan (Broadway’s original “Belle” in Beauty and the Beast, “Meg” in Disney’s animated featureHercules), Broadway.com® Audience Award nominee Isabelle McCalla (“Princess Jasmine” inAladdin; The Prom), Disney Channel star Anneliese van der Pol (That’s So Raven, Raven’s Home, Broadway’s final “Belle” in Beauty and the Beast), and Broadway World Award winner Syndee Winters (Broadway’s “Nala” in The Lion King; Hamilton)
Gifts with purchase include limited-edition Disney Movie Club collectible pendants (Bambi, Cinderella, Olaf, Aladdin Genie Lamp, Simba, and Nemo), while supplies last
Attendees can get three months free from SiriusXM. Listen to Disney Hits and hundreds of other SiriusXM channels in the car, on the SXM App and on your connected devices at home. Look for SiriusXM at the show for details. Offer available to new subscribers only; 18 years+.
Giveaways include limited first edition Disney Hits Trading Cards, featuring 30 collectible cards.
The Walt Disney Company proudly announces an impressive 147 nominations for the 74th Primetime Emmy® Awards across its content brands and studios, including ABC Entertainment, Disney+, Disney Television Studios’ 20th Television, 20th Television Animation and ABC Signature, Freeform, FX, FX Productions, Hulu, Lucasfilm Ltd., Marvel Studios, National Geographic Content, National Geographic Documentary Films, Searchlight Television and Walt Disney Studios.
Disney’s streaming platforms have earned a total of 92 nominations with Hulu and Disney+ receiving 58 and 34 nominations, respectively; and Disney Television Studios leads studio nominations with an impressive 67 total nods.
“This year’s Emmy nominations reflect the depth, breadth and quality of Disney storytelling that’s only possible because of our talented teams and amazing creative partners,” said Bob Chapek, chief executive officer, The Walt Disney Company. “We are humbled that so much of the great work done across our creative brands has been recognized, and we look forward to bringing even more great storytelling to life as we approach Disney’s second century.”
Hulu and 20th Television’s “Only Murders in the Building,” the most-nominated freshman comedy this year, has garnered 17 nominations including Outstanding Comedy Series for executive producers Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez. Michael Keaton and Amanda Seyfried secured their first acting Emmy nominations for lead performances in “Dopesick” and “The Dropout,” respectively, while both Lily James and Sebastian Stan were also honored with their first Emmy nominations for “Pam & Tommy.”
“The Dropout,” produced by 20th Television and Searchlight Television for Hulu, also marks the recently launched division of Searchlight Pictures’ first Emmy nomination. Elle Fanning and Nicholas Hoult’s nominations for Lead Actress and Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for “The Great” are also firsts for both performers.
In its third year, Disney+ has earned 34 Emmy nominations with a record-breaking 11 programs nominated for the streaming service. Marvel Studios has received nominations across four Disney+ series, with “Moon Knight” leading the pack with eight nominations, followed by “Loki,” “Hawkeye” and its first animated show to date “What If…?” Lucasfilm garnered four nominations for “The Book of Boba Fett,” a live-action series from the award-winning filmmaking team of “The Mandalorian,” and the acclaimed “Star Wars: Visions” anime series received its first nomination.
Peter Jackson earned his first Emmy nomination for the “The Beatles: Get Back” as did Todd Lieberman and David Hoberman for “Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers.”
ABC has received 23 Emmy nominations, tying the network’s nomination count from last year. ABC and 20th Television’s “Abbott Elementary” led with seven nominations, including three nods to Quinta Brunson for Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series and Outstanding Comedy Series Outstanding Writing For A Comedy Series.
“Live in Front of a Studio Audience,” from Norman Lear, Jimmy Kimmel and Brent Miller, has received its third consecutive nominations for Outstanding Variety Special (Live) and Outstanding Production Design For A Variety Special, for its latest special featuring reenactments of classic episodes of “The Facts of Life” and “Diff’rent Strokes.” Norman Lear has again broken his own record and continues to be the oldest Emmy nominee and winner.
Derek Hough received his 12th nomination as a choreographer with Tessandra Chavez for “Step Into…The Movies with Derek and Julianne Hough,” tying the record for most choreography nominations with Debbie Allen. ABC and ABC Signature’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” received its 12th consecutive nomination for Outstanding Variety Talk Series and its 36th overall nomination to date.
A complete list of all The Walt Disney Company nominations follows below. (As some of the nominations overlap, these are grand totals for each entity.)
2022 PRIMETIME EMMY AWARD NOMINATIONS
Only Murders in the Building (Hulu / 20th Television)
17 Nominations
Outstanding Comedy Series
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series — Steve Martin
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Comedy Series — Martin Short
Outstanding Guest Actor In A Comedy Series — Nathan Lane
Outstanding Guest Actress In A Comedy Series — Jane Lynch
Outstanding Directing For A Comedy Series — Jamie Babbit
Outstanding Directing For A Comedy Series — Cherien Dabis
Outstanding Writing For A Comedy Series — Steve Martin & John Hoffman
Outstanding Casting For A Comedy Series
Outstanding Contemporary Costumes – “Where is Tim Kono?”
Outstanding Main Title Design
Outstanding Music Composition For A Series (Original Dramatic Score) — “The Boy From 6B”
Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music
Outstanding Production Design For A Narrative Program (Half-Hour) — “True Crime”
Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Comedy Series — “Fan Fiction”
Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Comedy Series — “Open and Shut”
Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Comedy Or Drama Series (Half-Hour) And Animation — “The Boy From 6B”
Dopesick (Hulu / 20th Television)
14 Nominations
Outstanding Limited Or Anthology Series
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Michael Keaton
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Will Poulter
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Peter Sarsgaard
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Michael Stuhlbarg
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Kaitlyn Dever
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Mare Winningham
Outstanding Directing For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Danny Strong
Outstanding Writing For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Danny Strong
Outstanding Casting For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie
Outstanding Cinematography For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — “Breakthrough Pain”
Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — “Black Box Warning”
Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — “First Bottle”
Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — “Pseudo-Addiction”
Pam & Tommy (Hulu)
10 Nominations
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
Outstanding Lead Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Sebastian Stan
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Lily James
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Limited Or Anthology Series — Seth Rogan
Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Limited Or Anthology Series or Movie — “The Master Beta”
Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — “I Love You, Tommy”
Outstanding Contemporary Costumes – “Destroyer of Worlds”
Outstanding Period And/Or Character Hairstyling — “Jane Fonda”
Outstanding Period And/OR Character Makeup (Non-Prosthetic) — “Jane Fonda”
Outstanding Casting For A Limited Or Anthology Series
Moon Knight (Disney+ / Marvel Studios)
8 Nominations
Outstanding Cinematography For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — “Asylum”
Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes — “Gods and Monsters”
Outstanding Music Composition For A Limited Or Anthology Series, Movie Or Special (Original Dramatic Score) — “Asylum”
Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance — F. Murray Abraham
Outstanding Sound Editing For A Limited Or Anthology Series, Movie Or Special — “Gods and Monsters”
Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — “Gods and Monsters”
Outstanding Stunt Coordination For A Drama Series, Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie
Outstanding Stunt Performance – “Gods and Monsters”
Abbott Elementary (ABC / 20th Television)
7 Nominations
Outstanding Comedy Series
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series — Quinta Brunson
Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Comedy Series — Tyler James Williams
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series — Janelle James
Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Comedy Series — Sheryl Lee Ralph
Outstanding Comedy Series Outstanding Writing For A Comedy Series — Quinta Brunson
Outstanding Casting For A Comedy Series
What We Do in the Shadows (FX / FX Productions)
7 Nominations
Outstanding Comedy Series
Outstanding Writing For A Comedy Series — Sarah Naftalis
Outstanding Writing For A Comedy Series — Stefani Robinson
Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes — “The Wellness Center”
Outstanding Sound Editing For A Comedy Or Drama Series (Half-Hour) And Animation — “The Escape”
Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Comedy Or Drama Series (Half-Hour) And Animation — “The Casino”
Outstanding Stunt Coordination For A Comedy Series Or Variety Program
The Dropout (Hulu / 20th Television / Searchlight Television)
6 Nominations
Outstanding Limited Or Anthology Series
Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Amanda Seyfried
Outstanding Directing For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Michael Showalter
Outstanding Directing For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Francesca Gregorini
Outstanding Writing For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie — Elizabeth Meriwether
Outstanding Casting For A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie
Loki (Disney+ / Marvel Studios)
6 Nominations
Outstanding Cinematography For A Single-Camera Series (One Hour) — “Lamentis”
Outstanding Production Design For A Narrative Period Or Fantasy Program (One Hour Or More) — “Glorious Purpose”
There is not a shred of doubt to see why “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” is the most current recipient of 10 Tony-Awards, including best musical. The cabaret nature of nightclub performances suits very well with the jukebox musical style of a broadway caliber exhibition of “truth, beauty, freedom, and love”.
The most fun cabaret show to come to the Pantages Theatre and Los Angeles, as a whole. The palpable exuberance was translucent between audience and performers. A surrounding vibe of a comforting safe space shared by all in attendance. So powerful in fact, that the returning musical number from intermission alone commands a well-deserving standing ovation. The meticulous set design matches, blends, and highlights with the ornate architectural showmanship of the Pantages Theatre as its host. A time machine for the ages in sight and sound.
Take in the “awe” in the awesomeness of this one-of-kind tour-de-force of song and dance like no other. “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” takes Vegas back and shows off how it’s really done. Packed and intertwined with pop music from Sia, Lorde, Beyonce, Britney Spears, and countless more. The show allows the freedom to evolve through time to be forever relevant to the contemporary audience.
The romance story beats remain intact, but manages to get around certain setbacks and far exceeds the original 2001 film. This live spectacular is far superior and a vast improvement to its predecessor. Christian chimes in narrating and bookending his own love story, which gives in to the meta outlook of the show within-the-show the characters are putting together for the Moulin Rouge being invested by the Duke.
In turn this keeps the love triangle between Christian, the Duke, and Satine straight-forward and easier to follow for the audience while making room for the numerous musical showstoppers. You can try to restrain yourself from throwing your arms up dancing from your seat, but that would be near impossible.
The electrifying and sizzling production is credited to the astounding cast and crew. Leading the way is the main cast of characters. Courtney Reed (Disney’s Aladdin, Mamma Mia!) as Satine. Conor Ryan (Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, NBC’s Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert) as Christian.
Austin Durant (Broadway’s Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Much Ado About Nothing) as Harold Zidler. André Ward (Rock of Ages, Escape to Margaritaville) as Toulouse-Lautrec. David Harris (Wicked, The Full Monty) as The Duke of Monroth.
The cast of the North American Tour of Moulin Rouge The Musical Photo by Matthew Murphy for MurphyMade
“Cancan” your way to the exhilarating not-to-be-missed show in Los Angeles. Performing at the Pantages Theatre now until September 4, 2022.
Individual Tickets: Individual tickets start at $39 Ticket prices subject to change without notice.
Parental Advisory: Children ages 12 and up. All patrons must have a ticket, regardless of age.
Runtime: 2 hours and 45 minutes including intermission
Tickets: Online: BroadwayInHollywood.com or Ticketmaster.com
Phone: 1-800-982-2787
In Person: Hollywood Pantages Theatre Box Office Visit website for current box office hours.
Because experiencing “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” once will not suffice, the show will also be coming to Orange County at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, November 9 through November 27, 2022.
Theatre: SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS
60 Town Center Drive | Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Performance Schedule: Tuesday – Friday at 7:30pm
Saturday at 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday at 1pm & 6:30pm
Schedule on Thursday, November 10 – 2:00pm and 7:30pm
Individual Tickets: Individual tickets start at $31 Ticket prices subject to change without notice.
Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) and Disneyland® Resort are throwing a 30th-anniversary party like no other! After 30 years of walking for kids, we have reimagined our annual fundraising collaboration as a fundraising celebration! We are excited to announce the CHOC Adventure in the Park presented by Disneyland® Resort on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022 – an exciting and fun-filled way to support and celebrate CHOC.
For one night only, Disney California Adventure® park will come to life with exclusive experiences for CHOC supporters, including access to many of the park’s attractions, dining, and retail locations. Rounding out the night are party keepsakes based on fundraising levels, a DJ, special photo locations, sightings of beloved Disney characters, plus a special viewing of the nighttime spectacular “World of Color!”
Starting at 5 p.m., CHOC supporters who raise $250+ and secure their ticket can enter Disney California Adventure® park to mix in with non-event guests and enjoy the park before the party begins. From 9 p.m. to midnight, access to Disney California Adventure® park becomes exclusive to CHOC supporters who have met the minimum fundraising threshold.
Like in years past, everyone can donate or raise a minimum of $250 to get their ticket to the celebration (a seven-hour experience). Other increments above $250 activate certain prize levels. The $50 registration fee goes toward the $250 total, so after someone registers, they only need to raise an additional $200 to get their ticket. We invite all participants to fundraise toward their participation. Fundraising tips and ideas can be found here: www.chocwalk.org/Static/Fundraising-Tips.
This party celebration event brings the community together for one single goal: to raise vital funds for healthcare programs, education, and research for Southern California’s kids. At the same time, attendees enjoy nighttime access to Disney California Adventure® park, where favorite Disney, Pixar, and Super Hero stories come alive!
“We are thrilled to commemorate 30 years of walking for kids with a unique celebration in Disney California Adventure®park,” said Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock. “Our longstanding relationship with CHOC is based on our shared vision for helping children and their families in our community, and we are proud to continue this legacy through our support of CHOC Adventure in the Park.”
For CHOC Adventure in the Park event information and fundraising opportunities, please visit www.chocwalk.org.
“We can’t think of a better occasion to reimagine this beloved annual fundraising collaboration than its 30th anniversary,” said Kimberly Chavalas Cripe, CHOC’s president, and CEO. “For three decades, current and past patients, families, staff, providers, and wonderful community partners have come together to support CHOC. We are so grateful to participants, past and present, and I’m certain this heartwarming celebration of love, remembrance, and kindness will be made all the more special in this year’s new and exciting format.”
CHOC, a pediatric healthcare system based in Orange County, California, is committed to being a leading destination for children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. CHOC’s growing community includes two state-of-the-art hospitals in Orange and Mission Viejo and a regional network of primary and specialty care clinics serving children and families in four counties. CHOC has been recognized as a Best Children’s Hospital in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022-23 rankings. CHOC ranked in seven specialties: cancer; cardiology and heart surgery; diabetes and endocrinology; neurology and neurosurgery; orthopedics; urology; and neonatology, which earned a “top 15” spot.
Disney+ released the trailer and key art for Lucasfilm and Imagine Documentaries’ “Light & Magic,” an immersive series that chronicles the untold history of world-renowned Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), the special visual effects, animation and virtual production division of Lucasfilm.
Granted unparalleled access, Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Lawrence Kasdan takes viewers on an adventure behind the curtain of Industrial Light & Magic. Learn about the pioneers of modern filmmaking as we go on a journey to bring George Lucas’ vision to life. These filmmakers would then go on to inspire the entire industry of visual effects.
The series is directed by Lawrence Kasdan, and the executive producers are Ron Howard, Brian Grazer, Justin Wilkes, Lawrence Kasdan, Kathleen Kennedy and Michelle Rejwan.
All six episodes of “Light & Magic” premiere on July 27, exclusively on Disney+.
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