Look of the New Mad T Party

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From Michelle Harker from the Disney Parks Blog:

 

First things first… there’s a party getting ready to happen at Disney California Adventure park. Not just any party – a Mad T Party! So of course, I want to make sure you are ready to rock the moment you hit the street.

While I can’t show you everything, I can definitely tell you about it, as well as give you a quick look at some of the art that you will see on select tees and fleece for men, women and kids.

Now as some of you know, accessories are the key to any good look, and our product developers have been hard at work making sure that you’ll be styling. From sheer scarves inspired by the art and graphics of Mad T Party, to novelty headwear including Mad Hatter and Cheshire Cat fascinators, glow-hawks and light up rabbit ears.

Other tricks up our sleeves are fedoras, gloves, drink ware and other fun glow merchandise. I certainly won’t be lying to you when I say… it will light up your night. I know that some of you are asking yourselves, “Are there pins?” Keep an eye out for the logo pin which will debut in early summer, and something else to keep in mind – a ‘wonderland’ of pin offerings themed to this interactive new party will be available in September.

So don’t be late – find the time to swing by or it will be off with your heads!

Did Uncle Sam Loose His Hat?

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Update 10:32am Picture from Vinylmation World (@vinylmationworl) who is in line at D-Street Orlando confirms hat.

So weird the DisneyStore.com actual box picture shows him hatless. I just figured it was off his head and to the side in the box.
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Today is a giant release day in Vinylmation and one of those releases is a 3 inch Thomas Scott designed Uncle Sam figure. It is $16.95 and available both online and at D-Streets… but it is not without a little mystery that will surely get resolved with D-Street opens up in Orlando shortly.

In the picture released on the Disney Parks Blog months ago and the turn around view in the vault, Uncle Sam has his traditional stovepipe hat:

However online, not only does the picture present this figure without a hat, the description specifically notes he does not have one:

“Three cheers for the red, white and blue on our Vinylmation Holiday Series 3” Figure. This starry salute to Independence Day 2012 depicts Uncle Sam with mouse ears in place of his traditional stovepipe hat.”

I really hope that exclusion is NOT the case. The hat is the perfect and necessary accessory in this case. Now, DisneyStore.com is not always the most reliable source for information, so we are contacting the artist to find out. And if you pick up an Uncle Sam this morning, please let us know! The packaging is great. As long as they make the boxes look this nice, I actually do enjoy these over the tins so you can display your figure inside and stack up the boxes.

More Details Released About The Mad ‘T’ Party

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From Robin Trowbridge on the Disney Parks Blog:

Beginning June 15, Disney California Adventure park guests will be invited to step through the Rabbit Hole and into an all-new fantastical world filled with music, games, dancing and fun for whole family!

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At the Mad T Party, you’ll be able to party the night away with a wild and wonderful cast of characters. Would you like to meet them? I thought you might!

First of all, there’s our very own Mad T Party Band …

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… which provides the most awesome array of party tune favorites. Each member of the band, inspired by a character from the film, has his or her own superlative sense of style!

Here’s our lineup:

  • Mad Hatter – the host with a hat … and a voice to “TOP” it all off!
  • March Hare – pumpin’ up the bass!
  • Dormouse – rockin’ out on lead guitar!
  • Caterpillar – jammin’ on the keys!
  • Cheshire Cat – smiling and keepin’ a beat on the drums!
  • And, what would a Mad T Party be without Alice herself? Lucky for us, she “drops in” for her own special moment in the spotlight!

You’re going to love this band – they absolutely know how to get down, get “MAD” and rock the park! But there are more to meet … and more who want to meet you!

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This one knows how to keep you hoppin’ with rockin’ remixes … and all the latest party hits! Get ready to meet … the White Rabbit DJ!

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Prior to entering the Rabbit Hole, this party-loving pair will help get you ready for a night of frabjous fun! I’m talking about … Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum!

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And no matter how you deal ‘em, these dancers make for a full house of shufflin’ dance floor fun at the Mad T Party! It’s the Hottest Deck in Town!

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During the day, as you make your way through the park, you might come across these helpful hosts, who will give you the latest scoop and share some secrets about the Mad T Party … the Hatters!

Believe me, there are plenty of sensational surprises in store when the Mad T Party begins June 15, 2012.

There’s lots to do before we’re ready for you!

But ready we’ll be, when it’s time for “T.”

So get ready … to go “MAD” at Disney California Adventure park this summer!

Programs, ElecTRONica to Derez On April 15. End Of Line.

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From Robin Trowbridge on the Disney Parks Blog:

ElecTRONica at Disney California Adventure Park

The computerized civilization known as ElecTRONica is about to be deactivated! For its own cyber-survival, the portal to ElecTRONica will close April 15. Don’t miss your final opportunity to step into the Grid and experience the exciting nighttime world of Tron City before the ultimate “End of Line.”

Before ElecTRONica “shuts down,” you still have the power to celebrate and immerse yourself in the cyber world. Dance along with Programs and Sirens to the hottest music played by live DJs, be captivated by the amazing Laserman, and step back into the 80s at Flynn’s Arcade. All the entertainment and excitement awaits you nightly through April 15.

And ElecTRONica is about to get even more electrifying!

If you’ve been to one of the programs to enjoy the amazing dance crews that have entertained Tron City since ElecTRONica opened, then you won’t want to miss what’s coming up …TRON CITY’S DANCE CREW CHALLENGE!

Yes, get ready for a “Tron-A-Thon” of killer dance crew competitions! It all starts this Monday and Tuesday, March 19 and 20, and continues every weekend until April 15! Over the next month, eight fantastic dance crews will be competing against each other for the ultimate prize—the DISC-OBALL TROPHY!

Winners of the ‘Tron City Dance Crew Challenge’ Will Receive the DISC-OBALL Trophy

Catch some of your favorite dance crews from past ElecTRONica performances and thrills to new dance crews hungry to show off their own power-charged moves. You’ll be able to text in your vote for your favorite crew. Your votes will determine which four teams will be invited to return for the fifth and final weekend where one dance crew will become the winner of TRON CITY’S DANCE CREW CHALLENGE!

The TM Juniors Compete in the ‘Tron City Dance Crew Challenge’ at ElecTRONica

To kick off the competition, our first two dance crews are set! Be there when TM Juniors take on Instant Noodles! That’s right, TM Juniors —the younger offshoots of the popular Team Millennia dance crew—is a powerhouse team of junior and senior high school students who bring their own unique talents and skills to the stage.

Instant Noodles Compete in the ‘Tron City Dance Crew Challenge’ at ElecTRONica

TM Juniors will be up against Instant Noodles—an exciting crew of dancers who all grew up in Taiwan. Fueled by music and creativity, they’ve earned even more fans with appearances on “America’s Best Dance Crew” and Disney Channel’s “Shake It Up.”

So come on! It all starts this Monday and Tuesday (March 19 and 20) when TM Juniors and Instant Noodles go “beat to beat” on the Backlot Stage for two days of intense competition!

Who will advance to the finals? Attend the live competition to learn how you can text in your vote for your favorite dance crew and decide who moves on! This week’s surviving dance crew will be announced via Twitter by @Disneyland on Wednesday, March 21!

So Programs, bring your identity discs and port into the mainframe before April 15 — ElecTRONica’s ultimate “End of Line.”

ESPN Wide World of Sports 3″ – July 6th

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On July 6th a new open edition 3″ figure will debut at D-Street Orlando.

It’s a tribute to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World. It will retail for $12.95. Seems like a great souvenir for the various athletes that partake in event at the complex here in Orlando. It features a silver head with silhouettes of various athletes including basketball and cheerleading as well as a coach with a trophy and what looks like fans. But does it appeal to the everyday Vinylmation collector? Let us know.

Once Upon a Pin Podcast #003 – June 19, 2012

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Once Upon A Pin is a podcast all about Disney Pins. We deliver all the latest news, release dates and reviews with a fun Disney magic twist.

This week we discover the Mickey’s Circus free pin gift. The July Soda Fountain pins are full of Pixar fun. And a ton of new release dates are revealed with a Friday the 13th Jumbo, a 1950’s themed set and many more.

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Impromptu Signing

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Disney artists Thomas Scott and Casey Jones stopped by D-Street Orlando to pick up some Abe Lincoln Park Starz Variants (their latest creations) and left behind some treats for fans.

Casey Jones signed boxes of his 9″/3″/Jr Nightmare set
And his 9″/3″ Malficent and Prince Phillip

Thomas Scott signed his Alice collection including 9″ Crying Alice…

…9″/3″ Walrus and Carpenter… 
…and Alice Flowers set.
Also at D-Street:

Coming June 22 to a D-Street near you!

Episode 077 POTC Dog

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Ep. 077 POTC Dog

Another Park Starz variant is released, as is a new 9″ mold. Disneyland’s California Adventure opens up it’s expansion and we learn all about the Color Block series. A packed show is all topped off with Adam from Disney Brit to give his take on the Disneyland Paris inspired Park 10 set.

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Villains Released… Robots Along for the Ride

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Villains 3 was released at Disney Stores across the nation today. It is also available online. You can find the full lineup on our Villains 3 explained page. If you picked up some Villains, let us know your thoughts on this series.

There is also a great deal going on right now… buy any Vinylmation, get a Robots 2 free. This deal works both in store and online, but you may want to call your local Disney Store first. Ours here in Orlando had Villains 3 in stock, but was out of Robots.

The deal works with almost any Vinylmation purchased. Go to this link at DisneyStore.com for the complete list of eligible products. The sale lasts until July 7 or while supplies last.

Donald comes with a sword?

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Our reader Luis recently wrote in and told us about an strange thing he found. He says that he opened up a sealed Animation 2 blind box that he got from his local Disney Store in Puerto Rico; and inside he found a Donald Variant, with a sword. We were able to identify the sword as from a Mother Gothel Villains 2 figure. Has anyone else found a packaging error like this? Let us know!