World of Red, White, and Blue
Disney California Adventure debuted the “4th of Color” pre-show for World of Color last night to celebrate the holiday weekend. We were on scene and got video of the pre-show for all to enjoy.
World of Red, White, and Blue
While not Disney World related, Disney California Adventure debuted the “4th of Color” pre-show for World of Color last night to celebrate the holiday weekend. We figured you might enjoy a look at the latest addition to the show, courtesy of Disneyland News Today & the WDWNTube:
Pirates Release and Casey Jones Signing
Today was release day for Pirates of the Caribbean Vinylmation in Orlando and California. At D-Street in Florida, it was also a special release party with artist Casey Jones.
Casey signed POTC figures for fans
The weather was bad, but the line still long to see Casey Jones. This picture was taken just before 1pm. The line curled around posts and Disney had umbrellas up to keep out the rain.
Disney had a Pirate Band entertain the audience
When the weather turned nasty, we crowded inside D-Street
POTC cut outs decorated the store
Casey Jones inside signing
POTC artist Casey Jones
Jack looks on as Casey signs another
Noah’s Pirate. Wristbands were handed out earlier in the day for the Limited Editions.
Robert Lee designed one-of-a-kind Pirate
Disney said the one-of-a-kinds sold well. Only a few left standing at the 1pm signing.
Did you brave the weather to meet Casey or grab an LE Pirate? Let us hear your experience from today.
Full Schedule: Walt Disney World Celebrates July 4th, 2011!
In case you were wondering what Walt Disney World will be doing to celebrate the 4th of July…
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Walt Disney World Resort will pixie dust the night skies July 4 with special pyrotechnic shows, including a patriotic display at Magic Kingdom, a rock’n’roll spectacular at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and a classic sky show at Epcot infused with an Independence Day finale. Here’s what’s in store:
- Magic Kingdom will present “Disney’s Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky.” This patriotic fireworks spectacular, paying homage to the hopes and dreams of America’s forefathers, will light the skies at 9 p.m. July 4 – and for guests who would like to begin the Independence Day celebration early, the show also will be presented July 3 at 9 p.m.
- At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, traditional Fourth of July fireworks take on a different spin when Mulch, Sweat, and Shears perform for the all-new “Rockin’ 4th of July Celebration“! These resident landscapers – with serious rock and roll ambitions – take Disney guests on a musical road trip across America that will highlight each region’s contribution to rock and roll. Fireworks, lighting and special effects – backed by the driving live rock and roll of Mulch, Sweat, and Shears – combine to bring a new twist to celebrating Independence Day. Showtime July 4 is 9:45 p.m. Before or after the show, Disney’s Hollywood Studios guests can thrill to Disney’s Fantasmic!, performing July 4 at 9 and 10:30 p.m.
- At Epcot, sky-watchers can check out ”IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth” bursting high above World Showcase Lagoon. IllumiNations is a 14-minute spectacular during which pyrotechnics, lasers, water and music are all used to tell a story about the past, present and future of our planet. On the Fourth of July, the show will be enhanced with “The Heartbeat of Freedom,” an overture of traditional Americana themes displayed in a pyrotechnic and laser light event. The show is at 10 p.m.
In addition, Epcot guests may lend their ears to “Voices of Liberty 4th of July Concert” and participate in meet-and-greets with Benjamin Franklin, Betsy Ross and Disney characters adorned in patriotic dress at American Adventure.
Theme park hours on July 4 (subject to change without notice): Magic Kingdom, 9 a.m.-11 p.m.; Epcot, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Disney’s Hollywood Studios, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Some additional information:
-The Magic Kingdom will be open from 8:00AM to 1:00AM (The park will only be closed for 5 hours prior to opening on the 4th with EMH running until 3AM). Main Street Electrical Parade will perform at 10PM & 12AM and “The Magic, The Memories, and You!” will perform at 10:45 & 11:30PM. You can also catch the Celebrate A Dream Come True parade at 12 & 3PM.
-Disney’s Hollywood Studios is open from 9AM-10PM, with Extra Magic Hours from 10PM-1AM. This combination may make this small park even more unbearable, so beware.
-Animal Kingdom is running Extra Magic Hours in the morning from 8AM-9AM. They close at 8PM that evening.
Next Wave of Villains to Invade Disney Stores in Fall
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According to reports by both the Playwright in NYC and Stitch’s Kingdom, Disney Villains Series 2 is on track to hit Disney Stores this Fall. Stitch’s Kingdom also reports 3 figures from the set:
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Shere Kahn The Jungle Book He is one of my favorite Villains. With Kaa in Series 1, I’d be excited to have Shere Kahn in the follow up. Of course we need to have a tail, but will we see accessory whiskers soon? |
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Evil Queen Snow White Disney gave us the old women version in Series 1, this version could be an all time favorite if design well. One of Disney’s most iconic Villains needs to be handled with care. A crown accessory on top, would be magnificent. |
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Runaway Brain Mickey Runaway Brain Ya, this is the rumor. We are not sure why Disney would repeat a character like this. We will see if this holds true. |
Those are what we hear is in the set… What do you want to see? Here are a couple of my wants for Series 2.
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Hades Hercules Oh, they can design an amazing Hades. Lot of character in this bad guy. |
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Charles Muntz Up Maybe I’m just clamoring for Up characters, but Charles was a mean baddie and deserves his due in this set. They can even do a young/old variant. |
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Bowler Hat Guy Meet The Robinsons Disney, if you don’t give me some Meet the Robinson characters soon I’m going to explode! Here is the perfect start… a Bowler Hat Guy in the Villains series. |
