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The 36th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards have been announced this morning and Disney/ABC Television Group has received a host of nominations for their shows across their networks. Press Release The Disney/ABC Television Group received 62 nominations for the 36th Annual...
napa rose
Napa Rose Manager Achieves Advanced Level Sommelier Status, Giving Napa Rose a Record Five Sommeliers Now One Step from Title of Master. Press Release Napa Rose restaurant Manager Joy Cushing, of Huntington Beach, California, has passed the grueling, weeklong Advanced...
mitchel musso
Disney has no short supply of talented young stars. Today marks a debut of some new music from one of their singers, Mitchel Musso. Press Release Mitchel Musso, star of Disney Channel's "Hannah Montana," will be a special guest on Radio Disney, the #1 radio network...
disney dreamers and doers shining awards
The news is out and the list is in, The 2009 Disney Dreamers and Doers Shining Awards are now available. Press Release They raise money for orphanages and create blankets for the homeless. They volunteer to sing at nursing homes and spearhead food drives. They support...
d23 summer events
D23, the community for Disney fans, has announced a summer of events for its members. Dubbed Unique Experiences Created Exclusively for Charter Members of 'The Official Community for Disney Fans'. Press Release D23 Roars into Vegas with Its First Members-Only Contest...
friends for change
In its continuation of being an environmentally conscious corporate citizen, Disney has launched another initiative that gets kids involved in responsible environmentally sound practices. Press Release The Walt Disney Company today announced Disney's Friends for...
up, up and away
The film has premiered at Cannes, it is getting rave reviews and now you can meet the characters of Disney/Pixar's latest film, UP, at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Details Characters from the new Disney-Pixar animated comedy "UP" made a surprise visit May 14, 2009 to...
mowgli clip
This is an amazing glimpse at the animation process; a pencil test of Mowgli climbing the tree from Disney's Jungle Book. Drawn by one of the masters from Disney, Milt Kahl. Wrapping it up Since a picture is worth a thousand words, this video is priceless. ...
princess poster
A fairy tale centered on a young girl named Princess Tiana who lives in New Orleans' French Quarter during the Jazz Age and a return to the lovely hand-drawn legacy of classic Disney animation. Movie Poster The Cast Terrence Howard - James John Goodman - Eli 'Big...
shine on big brothers and sisters
Disney's Shine On campaign continues to bring great rewards to some important organizations across the county. The latest to receive some recognition is Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida. Press Release Walt Disney World Resort honored Big Brothers Big...
2009 food & wine festival
Although we still have to wrap up the Flower and Garden Festival, still have the Star Wars Weekends and the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series, news of the 2009 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival is starting to heat up. Press Release Epcot kitchens turn up the...
mom’s panel
Disney created a mom's panel, offering feedback to the company and guidance to the guests, that is such a success even stars like Brad Garret want to participate. Press Release LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., May 13 PRNewswire -- Want the "celebrity scoop" on visiting Walt...
20th reunion
It was 20 years ago that The Little Mermaid was released and to honor the date, the ASIFA-Hollywood is presenting a special panel of the original creators for a discussion moderated by Tom Sito. The event will take place on Thursday, May 21, 2009 from 7:00 - 10:00 pm....
keep on shining
Another award from Disney's Shine On campaign, goes to the Coalition for the Homeless. While at my previous employer, we designed the website for the Coalition for the Homeless, so I am grateful to see them rewarded for their tremendous efforts. Press Release Shining...
more concerts
There is even more music coming to Epcot this summer. The Sounds Like Summer Concert Series takes Epcot by song. Details There are a lot of tribute bands out there and Disney is bringing some of the best to celebrate the music of the hottest bands of all times. The...
espn rise
A new event is making its debut at Disney's Wide World of Sports this coming July. The ESPN RISE Games will feature numerous sporting events throughout the week and looks to be a great chance for the young competitors to gain some valuable experience. Press Release...
disney store online
One of the great things about going to the parks is the chance to get some really cool swag (hats, shirts, collectibles, etc.). But what if you forgot to get that perfect gift because you spent so much time having a great time? The Disney Store online has got you...
shine on revealed
So, more information has come to light about the cryptic Shine On banners and their association with The Walt Disney Co. Press Release ORLANDO, Fla., May 11, 2009 – Walt Disney World Resort made a clear connection between itself and the recent “shine on” sightings in...