Ghirardelli® Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop to Join The El Capitan Theatre November 15th

WDWNT on October 29, 2013

The newest Ghirardelli® Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop will join with Disney’s The El Capitan Theatre and the Disney Studio Store on Hollywood Boulevard, and the Grand Opening will be November 15, 2013!

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Ghirardelli Chocolate Company is considered America’s oldest operating chocolate manufacturer and this will be the first location in Los Angeles, giving locals, fans and moviegoers an opportunity to experience Ghirardelli’s world-famous and delicious floats, shakes, hot fudge sundaes, and their exciting assortment of chocolates and beautifully wrapped gifts. Each guest will also enjoy a complimentary sample of the signature Ghirardelli SQUARES® chocolate. The Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop and Disney Studio Store will be located next to the legendary El Capitan Theatre at 6838 Hollywood Boulevard, and will be open seven days a week. This location will replace Disney’s Soda Fountain & Studio Store currently in that location.

“Ghirardelli Chocolate is honored to join Disney on Hollywood Boulevard to bring visitors and moviegoers an unforgettable experience. We have been bringing quality chocolate to the public for over 160 years, and this iconic location in the heart of Hollywood is the perfect place to continue the tradition.”

~ Marty Thompson, President and CEO of the Ghirardelli® Chocolate Company

 

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Ghirardelli Chocolate and Disney have teamed up for the Grand Opening Celebration, by offering a specially created sundae treat for the opening of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ new animated movie “Frozen” this November. Original and speciality ice cream sundaes will be available to complement future film releases at The El Capitan Theatre, thereby providing moviegoers with an ongoing unique Ghirardelli experience. The new soda fountain and chocolate shop will join the existing Disney Studio Store which offers an assortment of merchandise from current film releases playing at The El Capitan Theatre, along with classic Disney character souvenirs, highly sought after collectible pins, and a large selection of Blu-Ray and DVD home entertainment.

Says Lylle Breier, senior vice president, Worldwide Special Events for Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures:

“The El Capitan Theatre has always been about giving guests the ultimate entertainment experience. And now, with Ghirardelli, an extraordinary experience becomes even more unforgettable. Families and movie lovers from all over can come to the El Capitan, see a great Disney movie, and enjoy a memorable, delicious after-movie treat. We’re thrilled to welcome Ghirardelli Chocolate to Hollywood. Ghirardelli chocolate and a Disney movie at the El Cap: How sweet it is!”

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Images courtesy of the Walt Disney Company, El Capitan Theatre, and Ghirardelli.

El Capitan Theatre Will Be “Frozen” in Advance Starting November 22nd!

WDWNT on October 29, 2013

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If you’re thinking about seeing Disney’s “Frozen” at El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, then you are in for an even bigger surprise! Moviegoers will have the chance to see “Frozen” five days earlier than the film’s nationwide release. Showings at El Capitan will run Nov. 22, 2013, to Jan. 5, 2014, preceded by ice carving performance artists on stage, as well as “Frozen” characters Anna and Elsa in their first live-on-stage appearances.

In addition, guests will be welcomed by a snow-covered wonderland—complete with ice-capped opera boxes and a flurry of snowflakes.  Sponsored by Kodak, the film will be shown in realD 3D with Dolby Atmos sound.

“The whole company is incredibly excited about ‘Frozen’ and can’t wait to share it with audiences this Thanksgiving. We know that fans come to El Capitan to have a special Disney experience, and we are thrilled to give our guests there the opportunity to be among the first in the world to see this stunning new animated adventure.”

~ Dave Hollis, executive vice president, theatrical distribution, The Walt Disney Studios

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Opening-day guests will receive special souvenir realD 3D glasses (while supplies last). Throughout the run, realD is providing kid-sized 3D glasses, specially made to fit children 8 and under while they enjoy the movie.

El Capitan Theatre is also inviting guests to have breakfast with Anna at 8:30 a.m. prior to the 10 a.m. showing on select days. Seating will be limited, and advance purchase is required with purchase of a movie ticket. Tickets including breakfast and the movie are $41 per adult general admission, $38 for child & senior general admission and $51 for VIP admission, which includes popcorn, soft drink, reserved seating and no waiting in line.

There is a Tiny Tot Tuesday being hosted at 10 a.m. every week at El Capitan Theatre throughout the run of “Frozen”. During these special screenings of the film, parents and small children can enjoy the movie in 2D in a Tiny Tot-friendly way­––complete with lights dimmed rather than out and reduced sound levels. Birthday and holiday parties are also available in the new Hollywood room.

Here’s an exclusive Frozen Limited Edition Pin and Ticket Offer only at The El Capitan Theatre! Purchase a VIP Pin Ticket for Frozen for $32, which will include a reserved seat, popcorn in a souvenir tub, Coca-Cola bottled beverage and this limited edition pin (LE 300)!

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Daily showtimes at El Capitan Theatre are 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. (select days only for 9:45 p.m. show). Tickets are available at El Capitan Theatre (6838 Hollywood Blvd.), online at www.elcapitantickets.com or by calling 1-800-DISNEY6. General Admission ticket prices are $16 each for adults and $13 each for children (3-11) and seniors (60+). VIP ticket prices are $26 per ticket (for all ages). Special group rates of $12 per ticket for parties of 20 or more are available by calling 818-845-3110. Showtimes are subject to change.

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For tickets to see “Frozen” at El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, call 1-800-DISNEY6 or go to www.elcapitantickets.com!

“Frozen” will be released in 3D nationwide on Thanksgiving, November 28th, 2013.

Images courtesy of the Walt Disney Company and El Capitan Theatre.

Myrna Litt’s 7/27/09 El Capitan Photo Report

WDWNT on July 28, 2009

Our very own Myrna Litt attended the D23 member-only preview of the upcoming Disney film “Ponyo” at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood. She shares some “Ponyo” related photos as well as general happenings at the El Capitan:

“Ponyo” is a Japanese film written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki. The film will be released with an English dub nation-wide on August 14th, 2009

D23 announced and made tickets available for this event on July 17th, 2009. Only 50 member spots were available

Celebrities at the event included John Lasseter, Hayao Miyazaki, the Jonas Brothers, and as seen above, Cloris Leachman

The Soda Fountain and Studio Store’s popular Mickey awards

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Myrna Litt’s 7/13/09 El Capitan Photo Report

WDWNT on July 15, 2009

Our very own Myrna Litt paid a quick visit to the El Captain Theatre in Hollywood on Monday and shares with us a few photos:

“G-Force” will be the next movie to be featured at the El Capitan Theatre beginning July 24th

Some new merchandise inside the Soda Fountain and Studio Store

A new Reyn Spooner “Ratatouille” shirt

A not-so-real Jack Sparrow outside the El Capitan

Just if you thought Jack looked bad…

Thanks for the short but sweet report Myrna!

Chuck Canzoneri’s “Up All Night” Photo Report

WDWNT on May 30, 2009

Our very own Chuck Canzoneri attended the first official D23 member event, “Up All Night”, last night at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood. He brings us plenty of photos and a couple of videos from the event:

The digital marquee

Yesterday was also the premiere of a new stage show, “Lighten Up”

A video of the marque

The crowds were thick on both ends of the ticket booth

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Up at the El Capitan

WDWNT on April 23, 2009

After Disneynature’s Earth has finished it’s run at the El Capitan Theatre, the next movie to be featured will be Disney·Pixar’s Up. A couple of days ago I received an ad in the mail showing off what bonuses you can get if you see Up at the El Capitan (you can click both images for bigger versions):

Special D23 Members-Only Screening of Disney·Pixar’s Up

WDWNT on April 14, 2009

D23 members can be the first to see the new Disney·Pixar movie “Up” at a special screening at the El Capitan Theatre on Thursday May 28th, 2009 at 12:01am, a day before the domestic release of the movie.

I’m sure our very own Myrna Litt will be attending this showing, so stay tuned for coverage.

Earth at the El Capitan

WDWNT on March 25, 2009

The next movie to be featured at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood is Disneynature’s Earth. Today I received an ad in the mail showing off what bonuses you can get if you see Earth at the El Capitan (you can click both images for bigger versions):