Shannen Michaelsen 
Disney has released new images of “Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!” at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The show utilizes many of the same costumes and puppets from its predecessor, “Finding Nemo: The Musical.” Cast Member previews are currently happening and the show will debut for guests on June 13.
One of the horns on the Maleficent dragon float broke during today’s noon performance of the Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom. We saw Maleficent functioning fine in Frontierland, but she must have malfunctioned en route. When we caught up with her on Main Street, U.S.A., her left horn had fallen over and she … Read more
While some tees, a Spirit Jersey, an ear headband, and more have already been released as part of the Euro Disney “REMIX” collection at Disneyland Paris, more merchandise is yet to come. There will be a yellow and blue windbreaker featuring Sorcerer Mickey on the back. A partial denim hoodie will feature Mickey in his … Read more
Minions decorations have been added to the blue construction walls that surround the now-defunct Classic Monsters Café in Universal Studios Florida. The walls surround the entire building, including the former location of the Shrek & Donkey meet-and-greet location. Among the decorations are Minions and “Despicable Me” characters. Some of the decorations act as photo-ops. You … Read more
A new Stoney Clover Lane collection inspired by Disney Princesses and their sidekicks is now available at Walt Disney World. The bags are on display in the windows of Uptown Jewelers at Magic Kingdom. They’re available to purchase inside. Disney Princess Belt Bag – $188 This belt bag and the matching backpack (below) are light … Read more
It looks like Disney has picked their new top color for summer: orchid! A new Loungefly mini backpack and Spirit Jersey matching these orchid Minnie ears have arrived at Walt Disney World. We found both of these in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Orchid Loungefly Mini Backpack – $95 The Loungefly mini backpack is covered … Read more
According to CNN, the Biden administration will announce today that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will lift its requirement for travelers to test negative for COVID-19 before entering the U.S.A. Without this requirement, we will likely see more international visitors at the Disney and Universal parks. The requirement would be officially lifted … Read more
Following the success of “Disney D-Light” at Disneyland Paris, Disneyland Resort in California is now considering using drones in their own nighttime spectaculars, Orange County Register reports. During a round table media panel about the nighttime spectaculars of Disneyland Resort, Disney Live Entertainment show director and writer Wendy Ruth said of the Disneyland Paris drone … Read more
Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort will reopen on July 28, with reservations available starting on June 20. The restaurant will reopen with an updated menu and dining room. The newly reimagined dining room brings guests into a Victorian-styled setting with murals and wall coverings that showcase a timeless elegance and subtle inspirations … Read more
Marvel Studios has tapped Jake Schreier to direct “Thunderbolts,” a villain-centric film similar to DC’s “Suicide Squad,” Justin Kroll with Deadline reports. According to Kroll, the film is still in development and no actors have been attached. “Black Widow” writer Eric Pearson is writing the script and Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige is producing. Some … Read more
Walt Disney World has teamed up with Brand USA to work on drawing more tourists to America and specifically Central Florida, Orlando Business Journal reports. The companies will work together on a new marketing campaign targeting these twelve regions: United Kingdom Canada Latin America Australia New Zealand Spain France Germany Greater China Southeast Asia Japan … Read more
A new “Droid Builders” belt bag is available from Droid Depot at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Droid Depot Belt Bag – $29.99 This orange and blue belt has three pouches. The main pouch has the “Droid Builders” logo on the front. One of the side pockets features the proprietor of Droid Depot, … Read more
You’re gonna need a bigger basket. Head to the “Jaws” room of the retro movies-themed Summer Tribute Store in Universal Studios Florida for this new Amity Island Shark Tours mug! Amity Island Shark Tours Mug – $15 The ceramic mug is white. A logo for Amity Island Shark Tours is on both sides. A shark … Read more
New Resistance merchandise, as well as an Ithorian gravestone replica and Boba Fett youth tee, have arrived at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Resist Bottle – $29.99 This metal bottle comes with a brown pleather strap. A weathered version of the Resistance logo is on one side. X-Wings fly over the logo … Read more
A sleek new 24 oz. tumbler featuring the “Jurassic World” logo is now available at Universal Studios Hollywood. We found it in the Universal Studios Store on the Upper Lot. “Jurassic World” 24 oz. Tumbler – $29 The tumbler is all black, except for the logo, printed in silver. It includes the skeletal T. rex … Read more
Instagram user @mdglee_szm shared a video today of the Spider-Man “Stuntronic” robot failing to release from a wire and crashing into a building during the show at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure. The show switches between a real-life performer and the programmed robot. In the video, the robot crashes into a nearby tower, causing … Read more
