Happy Birthday World of Color!!

WDWNT on June 11, 2011

It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of World of Color, seen it many times. To celebrate the shows first anniversary, I’m going to re-post some images, videos, and news stories covering the history of World of Color.

On the Spot at Paradise Pier – 12/31/08

One of our spy reporters was at Disney’s California Adventure yesterday & noticed 2 very interesting developments in Paradise Pier:

It’s kind of to make out, but the eyes & mouth of the sun face have been removed. We’ll have a closer up picture of this for you on Friday.

Read More about Happy Birthday World of Color!!

Laserman 2.0

WDWNT on June 10, 2011

Seem that Laserman has a few more tricks to show us this summer. From the Disney Parks Blog:

Attention Programs! A “Disney Soundsational Summer” is underway at the Disneyland Resort and an all-new Laserman show is coming to ElecTRONica at Disney California Adventure park! With new music, new lasers, and a few surprises, this exciting new show is set to captivate guests starting Friday, June 17.

ALL-NEW Laserman Show Coming Soon to ElecTRONica at Disney California Adventure Park

Laserman has been a nightly “must see” ever since the portal to ElecTRONica opened. Inspired by the action-adventure film “TRON: Legacy,” his unique combination of talent and skill delivered breathtaking performances to audiences, night after night.

But be prepared to be blown away again! Laserman’s been hard at work, creating another visually stunning show to present an exciting battle between Man versus Technology.

So don’t miss the all-new Laserman show as he lights up the Grid of ElecTRONica nightly this summer, starting Friday, June 17.

Disneyland Resort Ticket Prices To Rise June 12th

WDWNT on June 10, 2011

From the Disney Parks Blog:

We wanted to let you know that ticket prices are increasing at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. The new prices go into effect on June 12, but today we’re sharing an early look at pricing details as well as some existing special values for Florida and California residents.

At Walt Disney World Resort, the Magic Your Way ticket offers a variety of options for you to customize your ticket purchase and save on your visit. Florida residents can also take advantage of the monthly payment plan we launched last year to give them greater flexibility when they purchase an annual pass. All updated pricing is posted on the Blog and also will be added to http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/tickets-passes/.

And at Disneyland Resort, details about ticket prices are posted on a special page we’ve created on the Disney Parks Blog. The information will also be available at http://disneyland.disney.go.com/tickets/ on June 12, including details about special summer values for Southern California and Northern Baja residents, as well as our Southern California resident pass, which is more popular than ever with the monthly payments option.

1 Day, 1Park tickets will now cost $80 dollars for adults and $74 for children. Price for Premium and Deluxe Annual Passes are reported to be going up by approximately $50 dollars each and So-Cal passes raising about $20 each. Also, the premier pass will also have a price increase from $700 to $749.

ElecTRONica Extended Once Again Through Spring 2012

WDWNT on June 10, 2011

From the Disney Parks Blog:

Flynn's Arcade at Disney California Adventure Park

Grab your identity discs, Programs, because ElecTRONica will continue to power up at Disney California Adventure park through Spring 2012! Also, guests still have the chance to test their light cycle skills as the TRON: Evolution tournament continues as well. And don’t forget – now through June 14, tournament Grand Champions can take home “TRON: Legacy” on Blu-ray.

ElecTRONica features many unique experiences – guests can experience the stunning performance of Laserman, dance to electronic mixes spun by live DJs, enjoy unique food and beverages, play classic 80s arcade games at Flynn’s Arcade and immerse themselves in the world of “TRON: Legacy.”

So come step into the Grid at ElecTRONica now through Spring 2012!

“What’s Next” Presentation Video

WDWNT on June 4, 2011

As usual, Disney held a “What’s Next” presentation yesterday as part of the Soundsational Summer press event in the Pacific Wharf entrance to Cars Land. While not a lot of new stuff was announced, it is still a interesting watch.

 

 

NOTE: My camera decided to run out of memory half way through the Aulani speech with Joe Rhode, so that unfortunately has been cut.

Video of Soundsational “Opening Ceremony”

WDWNT on June 4, 2011

Yesterday, a opening ceremony was held for Soundsational in Town Square for media as part of the Soundsational Summer press event. We have a full video of the “ceremony” that took place before the parade came down Main Street USA. If you would like to see a video of the parade, you can view that HERE.

 

 

 

Star Tours is Now Open!

WDWNT on June 3, 2011

Star Tours: The Adventures Continue is now officially open at Disneyland! If you aren’t braving the 4-5 hour lines to ride the attraction today, then enjoy your air conditioned room and the wonderful ad Disneyland Resort has made for the occasion: