Archive | November, 2009

thanksgiving

The National Thanksgiving Turkey will really have something to celebrate following today’s traditional presidential pardon ceremony in the White House Rose Garden. “Courage” and his alternate, “Carolina,” are going to Disneyland! It starts with a ride to Dulles International Airport. Then the birds will “fly” on United Airlines Flight “Turkey-1” to their new home at Disneyland Resort in Southern California.

hsm: china

The Walt Disney Company in China today announced the start of production on its third local co-production project in just two years, “Disney High School Musical: China.”Working with local partners Shanghai Media Group (SMG) and Huayi Brothers Media Corporation, the movie is planned for cinematic release in summer 2010.

imagineering

Walt Disney Imagineering, the creative arm of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, was honored today with the top award within the themed entertainment industry. TEA (Themed Entertainment Association) announced that Toy Story Midway Mania! received the Award for Outstanding Achievement for an Attraction.

happy birthday

Created by Walt Disney 81 years ago with his first film Plane Crazy, Mickey was the answer to the loss of his first major character Oswald, the Lucky Rabbit. recognized as his first screen film in Steamboat Willie; the first synchronized sound cartoon produced. Happy Birthday Mickey Mouse!

tiana sales

Since its launch just a few weeks ago, retailers report that The Princess and the Frog merchandise has already begun out-selling other Disney Princess items by double digit percentages. More than 45,000 dolls have sold in less than a month with 17,000 selling in one week alone.

princess + the video game

Take a fun-filled journey through New Orleans with Tiana, Disney’s newest Princess, along with familiar characters from the movie and new friends, takes on challenges and pursues adventures in the vibrant settings of New Orleans and the bayou.