Tim Alcoser 6/5/12 DLR Photo Report

WDWNT on July 16, 2012

DLNT Reporter Tim Alcoser visited the Disneyland Resort on June 5th and has some great photos to share with us as we countdown to the re-opening of California Adventure in just a few days:

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There is a TRON themed trailer sitting in the Downtown Disney Parking lot, featuring a preview of TRON: Uprising

Brave banners up near the AMC

The new Sunglass Icon store is open

Cast members are really into the new Brave meet and greet…

Work continues on Fantasy Faire

Merida and the 3 bear cubs

Long lines to see Merida by It's a Small World.

Long lines to see Merida by “it’s a small world”

The skyline has changed a bit at California Adventure

Happy painters…

A photograph of more simpler times.

A photograph of a simpler time

The look ready for the premiere

Red Car Trolley looks ready to roll with all of its signage up

This park sure has come a long way

I think you’re going to need some more chains this summer…

No dancing on the Trolley

The facade of “It’s Tough to be a Bug” being repaired for the park re-opening

Some new fish should be swimming along soon

Speaking of new, Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop has opened

Free Ghirardelli caramel filled, chocolate samples.

Free Ghirardelli caramel filled chocolate samples

Great look to the interior

An animated mural

Every small improvement goes a long way…

Rita’s was closed

The Cove Bar has reopened

Signs and pictures inside now fit the theme and backstory of the new Paradise Pier of the 1920’s

$10.00, extra, to sit at the Cove Bar during World of Color.

Step up and grab a Root Beer.

Some signs reflect the Pier attractions

More happy painting

Respectfully, I asked permission. I wonder if Anaheim P.D. officers fight to serve at the Disneyland Resort, or resist.

Respectfully, I asked permission. I wonder if Anaheim P.D. officers fight to serve at the Disneyland Resort, or resist?

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An On-ride Sneak Peak Of Radiator Springs Racers

WDWNT on July 10, 2012

From Shannon Swanson on the Disney Parks Blog:

For this point-of-view video, a camera was mounted on the driver’s side of a Radiator Springs Racers car during a recent test run in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park. Vehicles are being tested seven days a week, mostly at night. By the time each vehicle is commissioned, it will travel approximately 36,000 miles per year!

The video also shows a quick sneak peek of what to expect inside the mountain range. Guests will get to see the entire track for themselves when the attraction opens on June 15.

 

Conner Purzycki’s 3/20/12 DLR Photo Report

WDWNT on July 10, 2012

I was at the Disneyland Resort yesterday and took some newsworthy photos to share. Photos include Buena Vista Street, Cars Land, Matterhorn Refurbishment, and much more…

Buena Vista Street

Oswald’s looking good

The new color on the light posts in Paradise Pier is much nicer.

Cove Bar closed for refurbishment

Crowd Control is using blue tape instead of neon green tape… Yup.

The Parade Towers are back along the performance corridor by Golden Vine Winery

More Buena Vista Street from in the park

Carthay Circle has started to receive its clay roofing tiles

Facade refurbishment in Hollywood has wrapped up

The Monsters Inc. facade is getting a re-paint

Over in Downtown Disney, one of the new displays is already outside the new Lego store

Soon a dragon will rest here

Over in Disneyland, the Nemo extended queue has been set up for the spring break crowds

Matterhorn Refurb

The observatron is working again…

Some quick night shots of Cars Land

Wrapping up this photo report is the majestic return of Mr. Crane. This time he’s working on Buena Vista Street

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DCA Grand Re-Opening Vinys Release Today!

WDWNT on July 10, 2012

What a time in Disney Parks history. New resorts opening and Fantasyland construction well underway at Walt Disney World. And Cars Land and Buena Vista Street opening at Disneyland today. As I write this post, Zoe is sitting in a sea of people outside Disney’s California Adventure waiting for the gates to open up. In fact, she has been there since something like 10pm PST last night. There are two lines, one to get into the park and one to get into the merchandise building… she is in the later. There are mostly pins inside, however there are two special 9″ Vinylmation (LE 500, $54.95):

The AP Limited Release 3″ Red Car Trolley will also go on sale:

The next group of vinyls has been in DCA stores all week, but officially release today.

Which are your favorite?

Tim Alcoser’s 3/27/12 Passholder Preview Photo Report

WDWNT on July 10, 2012

DLNT Reporter Tim Alcoser went to the Disneyland Resort today and got photos of the Annual Passholder merchandise and entertainment preview for Cars Land and Buena Vista Street. On to the photos…

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Inside Stage 17

Merchandise

Neat costume that will be used on Buena Vista Street

Mad T Party…. Yup

Alright, back to Cars

Love this jacket

Interesting Cast Member shirt. Looks like what used to be used in Paradise Pier


Monorail Vinylmation

Some generic DCA merchandise

Very purple



















Moving on for some quick photos around the parks











Over in Disneyland, scaffolding down on top half of the mountain





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Official Openings in DCA June 15th

WDWNT on July 10, 2012

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 7, 2012)  – The Happiest Place on Earth will get even happier June 15, 2012, with the grand opening of Cars Land, Buena Vista Street and the Carthay Circle Theatre at Disney California Adventurepark. The exciting, new additions will complete the five-year expansion ofDisneyland Resort, a premier, multi-day vacation destination in Southern California with two theme parks, three hotels and the Downtown Disney shopping and dining district.

With four new attractions opening at Disney California Adventure park, full day-to-night experiences at both parks, and the magical transformation of the Disneyland Hotel with new pools, themed suites and remodeled rooms, guests of all ages will enjoy more fun and adventure than ever before at the Disneyland Resort.

Cars Land expands Disney California Adventure by 12 acres and immerses guests in the thrilling world of the Disney•Pixar blockbuster “Cars.”  Guests will feel as if they have stepped into the town of Radiator Springs as they enjoy three family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the movie, plus “Cars”-themed dining and shopping locations such as Flo’s V8 Café, Ramone’s House of Body Art and Radiator Springs Curios.

One of the largest and most elaborate attractions ever created for a Disney park, Radiator Springs Racers is a twisting, turning, high-speed adventure through Ornament Valley and the town of Radiator Springs. Luigi’s Flying Tires invites guests to glide on air aboard special tires, whirling around with their pals. At Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree, guests will whip around behind a baby tractor and enjoy tunes from a giant jukebox built from Mater’s most prized possessions.

Starting June 15, guests will enter Disney California Adventure along Buena Vista Street, a place that transports them to an era when Walt Disney arrived in California with new dreams:   1920s Los Angeles. Buena Vista Street features Red Car Trolleys, inspired by the transportation system that once served Southern California, and the Carthay Circle Theatre, modeled after the site of the 1937 world premiere of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Carthay Circle Theatre will include a lounge and the elegant Carthay Circle Restaurant, designed to be the premier dining location in Disney California Adventure.

Adding to the fun at Disney California Adventure this summer will be the newMad T Party in Hollywood Land, the return of Pixar Play Parade, and the new Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop at Pacific Wharf.  Mad T Party will feature nighttime, family fun inspired by the wild and whimsical world of Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland.”

The summer debuts of Cars Land, Buena Vista Street and Carthay Circle Theatre complement previous additions to the park, including the 4D fun ofToy Story Mania; the spectacular after-dark “World of Color” show; The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure; Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta andParadise Garden Grill restaurants, plus the re-themed attractions Mickey’s Fun Wheel, Silly Symphony Swings and Goofy’s Sky School.

To accommodate a media preview and make final preparations for the exciting debuts, Disney California Adventure will be closed June 14. The fun, new attractions, locations and entertainment will open to the public June 15.

Is Cars Land Revving-Up Some Live Entertainment?

WDWNT on July 10, 2012

Two new posts have gone up on the Disney Auditions Website both looking for performers for a new show coming to Cars Land. Here are the postings:

Disney Parks Talent Casting is seeking males with physical comedy and improv skills for a new act in Cars Land.

Entertainers for this show are covered under the terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement with the American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA).

Role

Males with strong physical comedy and improv skills. All ages, body types and ethnicities are encouraged to attend, including deaf performers (translator will be provided). This is a mostly non-verbal role (think Charlie Chaplin meets Cirque clown.)

 

And here is the second posting:

 

Disney Parks Talent Casting is seeking female Dancer/Hosts to play the role of “Spinner” in an all-new, interactive dance party that travels the streets of Cars Land.

Entertainers for this show are covered under the terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement with the American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA).

Role

Spinner: Female, youthful, all heights and ethnicities, leads a small dance crew. Must be able to interact with Guests as well as a character from the Disney feature film Cars.

These postings are a little more vague than the ones that came out for the Buena Vista Street Performers. The top role is interesting as it is a ” non-verbal role.” The second audition though is labeled as a “interactive dance party” that is hosted by a performer called “Spinner.”

UPDATE:

We’ve got confirmation and more information officially from Disney on these new entertainment offerings coming to Cars Land.

Small-town hospitality flows from Radiator Springs and brings good times to you!

  • Red the Fire Truck brings impromptu water fun at the Courthouse in Cars Land.
  • DJ gets you hip-hoppin’ with bass beats that are pumpin’ through his neon-blazin’, thumpin’ subwoofers and sweet speakers.
  • Don’t miss the transformation of Radiator Springs at sunset when the streets shimmer from sparkling lights and music pulses through the night air.

It looks like Red the Fire Truck will be bringing some “impromptu water fun” to Cars Land. It isn’t really clear if this is a show or just a water play area as it is listed under entertainment.

The “interactive dance party” that was mentioned early is being hosted by Spinner, and the music supplied by DJ. I’m thinking this will be similar to Phineas and Ferb’s Rockin’ Rollin’ Dance Party.

And last but certainty not least, Disney has finally announced the nightly transformation of Cars Land when the Neon is switched on. It is rumored just like the movie that “Sh-Boom” (or Life Could Be a Dream as it is also known) will be played through the land as the buildings are lit.

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Cars Land Entertainment Concept Art Released

WDWNT on July 7, 2012

We posted a few days ago about the entertainment offering coming to Cars Land. Disney has released some concept art of these shows on the Disney Parks Blog.

From Shawn Slater on the Disney Parks Blog:

We recently told you about some of the shows and characters coming to Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure park. Well, that was just the beginning! When Cars Land opens June 15, the tiny town of Radiator Springs will also be teeming with atmosphere entertainment inspired by the Disney•Pixar film, “Cars.”

“Red
Big and red on the outside, gentle and good-natured on the inside, Red the Fire Truck shows up with his sirens blaring and his bell ringing, heading to meet up with his good buddy, a Volunteer Firefighter. The Firefighter lets everyone know the flowers in the area need watering. It’s “Red to the Rescue,” but each time the Firefighter attempts to use Red’s hose, it backfires on him! In all the fun, the plants manage to get wet, and you might too!

“'DJ’s
Bringing a completely different kind of beat to the street is “DJ’s Dance & Drive.” DJ, the ultimate party car, rolls into town with his giant speakers, built-in disc changer and his very own dance party, led by a girl named Spinner. This gang stops traffic everywhere they go, creating a spontaneous, interactive dance party. Spinner and the crew teach us moves like the Overdrive, the Reverse and the Hairpin Turn, while DJ calls up the hits, from “Life in the Fast Lane” to “Car Wash.” DJ’s going to shift Cars Land into high gear!

Cruise on down to Cars Land this summer at Disney California Adventure park. The residents there will be glad you rolled into town!

Some Really Awesome Photos of Cars Land

WDWNT on July 7, 2012

Some really awesome photos from Paul Hiffmeyer on the Disney Parks Blog:

Behind the construction walls of Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park, a photographer’s dream is waiting to be discovered. From the awe-inspiring rockwork to the whimsical traces of all the residents of Radiator Springs, there is so much to see (and shoot), that I thought it was time to share some of my favorite photos from this one-of-a-kind place.

Ornament Valley in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park, By Paul Hiffmeyer
When I saw the clouds this day, I knew I had to shoot Ornament Valley. Shooting this location is like being transported to another place.

Willy’s Butte in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park, By Paul Hiffmeyer
You can already imagine cars zooming by Willy’s Butte!

Cactus in the Valley of Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park, By Paul Hiffmeyer
The plant life in Cars Land is really amazing. It seems like there are as many photos to take as there are cactus in the valley.

Entrance to Radiator Springs Racers in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park, By Paul Hiffmeyer
Here is a slightly different angle on the entrance to Radiator Springs Racers that Kathy Mangum shared yesterday. This arch really invites you in to this incredible attraction, not to mention photo location.

Statue of Stanley in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park, By Paul Hiffmeyer
Before we leave Cars Land, it seems only fitting to show the statue of Stanley, the founder of Radiator Springs. This location is surely going to be a popular one when Cars Land welcomes guests this summer.

I’ll be sharing more unique photos from “the cutest little town in Carburetor County,” so check back soon!

 

 

More Park Photos of Cars Land

WDWNT on July 7, 2012

From Paul Hiffmeyer of the Disney Parks Blog:

When night falls in Cars Land, all I can say is “get your camera ready!” For years, I’ve had the pleasure of discovering all the different photographs to be had at the Disneyland Resort once the sun goes down, so having the opportunity to explore all the new photo possibilities in Cars Land at night has been a real treat.

When you enter Cars Land at night, you’re going to want to walk down Route 66 and take in the spectacular lights and neon signs of Radiator Springs.

This photo was taken just outside Radiator Springs Racers. You can really see the shape of the front of a car come into view in the rockwork with the way it is lit at night (the grill to the left, hood ornament on top, and even a wheel well on the right). Be on the look out for more surprises in the rockwork, some things are easy to find and some are a little harder.

This photo is one of my favorites so far. The cars are close and you have great view of the mountain range. It was taken just after sunset and I used a slow shutter speed to show motion.

Check back soon as I will be sharing more photos from inside Cars Land. I’m thinking of sharing some pictures highlighting some of the amazing (and fun) detail you’ll see throughout Radiator Springs.