New Disney Pirates of the Caribbean Books Hit Shelves, Musts for Any Theme Park Fan

WDWNT on April 27, 2017

This month two new pirate books hit the shelves at Disney World. The first, Disney Pirates, delves behind-the-scenes across ninety years of Disney film, television, and park history.

The second is an illustrated (beautifully, might I add) version of Pirates of the Caribbean that includes a soundtrack.

Not only can these two books be found at the Disney theme parks (as seen above), you can now also pick up a copy off of Amazon for a fraction of the price. Below is a little bit more about the two books:

Disney Pirates: The Definitive Collector’s Anthology: Ninety years of pirates in Disney feature films, television shows, and parks

From the Publisher

Pirates have captured people’s imaginations for centuries, and Walt Disney believed in pirates as a source of great popular entertainment. Walt’s very first all live-action feature film was based upon Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island, and even before that, he selected J. M. Barrie’s Peter Pan, in which pirates figure so prominently, as a key feature-length animated film for his studio. Years later, Pirates of the Caribbean opened in Disneyland just months after Walt had passed away, making it one of the last Disney theme park attractions in which he was personally involved. That attraction ultimately spawned similar versions at Disney parks around the world, one of the most successful series in motion picture history with the five Pirates of the Caribbean films, and a vast themed land at Shanghai Disneyland called Treasure Cove–celebrating the entirety of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.

Disney Parks Presents: Pirates of the Caribbean

In this book, Mike Wall’ s original illustrations accompany the lyrics of the beloved song. Bring the magic of navigating through the fire lit waters of the pirate-infested Caribbean home. The included CD featuring “Yo Ho (A Pirate’s Life for Me)” allows you to relive the adventurous attraction time and time again or experience the magic for the very first time as they read.

If you don’t plan on being in the parks anytime soon you can pick up a copy off of Amazon.

The Pirates League is Back for a Limited Time Only at the Disneyland Resort!

WDWNT on August 7, 2013

For the ultimate pirate fan in your family, the Disneyland Resort has announced that the popular Pirates League will be returning for a limited time during the Halloween season. From the Disney Parks blog:

Yes, you read the subject line right! For those of you who made The Pirates League part of your Halloween Time experience at the Disneyland Resort last year, good news – it’s back! For a limited time beginning September 13, The Pirates League will come ashore taking over part of Festival Arena in Frontierland at Disneyland park.

At The Pirates League, landlubbers will be transformed into the most swashbuckling of pirates, receive a sea-worthy name, train with some of the League’s most veteran Pirate Masters, take the official Pirates League Oath and learn the ways of the scurvy sea dogs as they apply yer buccaneer beard, scars, earrings and eye patches.

Experiences will be as follows:

Jake and the Never Land Pirates
Includes Jake and the Never Land Pirates bandana with faux hair, Jake facial effect, sword and sheath, The Pirates League bag and a unique pirate coin necklace.

The First Mate
Includes choice of facial effect (Options: Black Beard, Black Eyed Jack, Captain Hook and Ghosted Pirate), Reversible bandana, earring and eye patch, sword and sheath, The Pirates League bag, temporary tattoo, unique pirate coin necklace, personalized pirate oath and an official pirate name.

Empress
Includes reversible bandana, earring and eye patch, sword and sheath, The Pirates League bag, temporary tattoo, unique pirate coin necklace, personalized pirate oath, official pirate name. The Empress package also includes vibrant makeup, nail polish, lip gloss and face gem!

Packages at the Pirates League range from $29.95 to $34.95 plus tax.

Experiences and operating hours may vary. Reservations will be available beginning Aug 20 at 714-781-STYLE or 714-781-7895.

Don’t miss out on this limited time opportunity if you are at the resort around Halloween time.

VIDEO: The Legend of Jack Sparrow Opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

WDWNT on May 31, 2012

Despite being billed to open on December 6th, The Legend of Jack Sparrow has now soft-opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The attraction is located on Mickey Avenue between Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream and Toy Story Midway Mania and is pretty hard to miss with its spiffy new facade:

The attraction begins with a short pre-show where guests are introduced to the narrator: a talking pirate skull that should be recognizable from the original attraction at Disneyland and from the film’s logo:

Guest then enter the main show room, a circular set where projection mapping (think Cinderella Castle during Celebrate the Magic) is used to bring scenes from the films to life for about 8 minutes. After recreating some famous scenes from the film series, guests finally get to see Captain Jack Sparrow via projection technology very similar to what brings talking fish to life in The Seas with Nemo and Friends at Epcot. In my 3 experiences, I have seen differences in this portion of the show, meaning you will see a different Jack Sparrow introduction portion in the show from time to time (think Star Tours randomization).

Personally, I think the attraction is very well done. Guest interactions throughout thew show are a bit corny, but the projection technology that brings you into each scene is amazing. Bullets leave marks on walls, sails swing and sway, and the entire room even becomes submerged at one point, all simply through projections. The computer animation is spotless and the novelty of living envoronment around you is sure to entertain guests for years to come. I was ready to hate this attraction based on previous experence with various movie-set walkthroughs that have existed within this soundstage, but I have to say I really enjoy this one. It’s not just publicity for a movie, it’s actually a fun show with great modern technology that does its very best to leave guests smiling. It’s not going to be something you do every time you visit Hollywood Studios, but it is another worthwhile attraction in a park that probably needs some more.

This attraction is a bit of a challenge to film, but we have video of the entire attraction which may help you judge it a lot better. Regardless, you should see this next time you visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios:

Coral Rivera’s 9/2/11 WDW Mini-Photo Report

WDWNT on September 3, 2011

WDWNT Reporter Coral Rivera is back with a few quick updates from the Magic Kingdom & Epcot, so let’s take a look:

Halloween decorations up at the Magic Kingdom

Get Ready for an In-Room Pirate Adventure!

WDWNT on June 29, 2011

From Jean Volante on the Disney Parks Blog:

What if Disney could bring the magic of the parks and big screen into your very own Walt Disney World resortroom? Well, our creative team at Disney Floral & Gifts found a way to do just that with a new guest experience called “A Pirate’s Adventure” and it’s going to be available for sale soon.

You may be familiar with our “In-Room Celebrations,” which feel like Mickey and the gang have come to your Walt Disney World Resort room to create a personalized celebration just for you. Well this new offering is actually an “adventure” prepared by Captain Jack Sparrow. The story is that Jack was chased by a band of pirates and ducked into your room to hide his treasure. The pirate code states the treasure shall be yours if you can solve the riddles he left behind and find the key to unlock his treasure chest. Then the treasure chest will be yours to do with what you will.

Ken Malquist, show director for Disney Floral & Gifts, says it’s a great experience for the entire family. “You know, when we watch kids play, some of their greatest adventures takes place in their bedrooms, building forts and playing dress-up. So we took this concept and came up with a storyline to place the guest in an imaginative, yet authentic adventure,” Ken said.

There’s much more to share about this experience, but for now, know that “A Pirate’s Adventure” will be available for sale late Summer 2011 with delivery to the Walt Disney World Resort Fall 2011.

Pirates of the Caribbean Vinylmation Explained

WDWNT on June 11, 2011

Update: 6/13/11 Disney announced today that the Pirates set will be released on June 18th…. in Hong Kong Disneyland!

Update: 6/11/11 Pirates will be released in Orlando’s D-Street on July 1. D-Street will open at 10:30am with a “special release party”. Then, from 1 – 3, POTC series artist Casey Jones will be on hand signing figures for guests. At Disneyland, Pirates will be released on July 3. We also have turn-arounds for all 12 figures, yes, including the mystery chaser. The chaser is a bit of a surprise. Not what we, or many other people expected. And in my opinion doesn’t have that Wow! factor. If you want to see, click below for the chaser.

Update: 6/4/11 Updated post with some in person pictures of a couple Pirates figures.

Update: 4/26/11 Disney updated the Vault page with pictures of 10 of the 12 figures. They didn’t show us sketches of the chaser or Jack Sparrow (who we already know about).

Update: 4/20/11 Jack Sparrow will be included in the upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean set! A “beginning of July” release window was also announced.

Pirates of the Caribbean will be released as a 12 figure blind box set with 11 regular figures and one mystery chaser. Casey Jones designed this set based on the Pirates attraction at the Disney theme parks. This set is slated to be released at the beginning of July.

Artist: Casey Jones
Release Date: “Beginning of July”
Set Size: 11 with a Mystery Chaser

Pirate Top Hat

Two! Top hats with this set. This time, this one has a Skull and Crossbones on it. Very interesting.

Dirty Pig

From the local town, a fun part of the attraction.

Pirate Crew Member

Beads Pirate

Hook Hand Pirate
We have already seen this pirate in a blurry photo.

A hook for a hand!!!

Barrel Jack Sparrow

Probably the only Johnny Depp in the series. Also probably the only movie reference.

Patch

The Disney Imagineers had a very long day and this was the very last Pirate in the attraction they had to name.

Dirty Foot Pirate

I was always nervous to look up when passing under the bridge for fear that slime from his disgusting foot would drop down on me.

Scuba Owl though we should add this pic!

POTC Man at Well

This unfortunate man is awaiting his turn to be dunked in the well. Check out the detail of the ropes across his chest.

He is the middle guy on the right in yellow.

Tiny

Tiny is one of the girls being auctioned off on Isla Tesoro. She smiles because of the attention the Pirates are giving her. Nice detail with the cap on her head.

Helmsman

We have already seen a Pirate Helmsman in Park 5, but this one is much more detailed.

Episode 021 Pirates of the Caribbean

WDWNT on May 17, 2011

Ep. 021 Pirates of the Caribbean

This week we talk in depth about the May 21 custom Pirates release. We also discuss the news of the week and upcoming releases including Cars, Pirates, and Urban 7. We also give out fresh new info on Chip n’ Dale Rescue Rangers and Cutesters Like You. We also announce the prize for “Best in Show” of the Combo Contest #2!

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Yo Ho, Yo Ho, May 21 Release for Me!

WDWNT on May 16, 2011

Update: 5/21/11 Added Scott Tolleson pics that Evilos discovered on Scott’s facebook page. Now we can see how they came out!

Update: 5/14/11 We now know the details of the May 21st custom Pirates release.

When: Saturday, May 21 from 2pm – 5pm
Where: D-Street, Downtown Disney District, Disneyland Resort
What: Local California artist have been asked to create Pirates of the Caribbean inspired custom Vinylmation. This doesn’t seem to mean characters from the attraction or movie, just inspired by.

	Artist: Javier Soto Edition Size: 1 Retail: $1200 Javier is scheduled to appear to meet collectors and sign autographs. This mixed media figure has a wonderful pirate hat and one bare foot (good thing it’s not dirty). He is also holding a jug of what we can assume is fine rum fit for a pirate!
	Artist: Lana Crooks Edition Size: 1 Retail: $850 Lana is not scheduled to appear. Another mixed media piece, this one is wearing a nicely designed jacket. He has great detail in his face. And to top it all off, an awesome looking octopus on his head! With an eye patch!
	Artist: Miss Mindy Edition Size: 1 Retail: $850 Miss Mindy is scheduled to appear to meet collectors and sign autographs. I’ll be honest, I’m not sure if you would find this Pirate at the traveling carnival or on a pirate ship. She has a wonderful peg leg, a great looking custom nose and a very colorful costume. The heart shaped eye patch is attached, not painted. As with the bow on the head. And the skull and crossbones in the ear is a great detail.
	Artist: Scott Tolleson Edition Size: 1 Retail: $595 No word if Scott is scheduled to appear. This design is a Pirate sitting on top of his pile of gold. Lots of treasure is seen scattered around the pile. From the background, he appears to be in a cave. On the back is a parrot sitting on a treasure chest.
	Artist: Noah Edition Size: 12 Retail: $595 Noah is not scheduled to appear. Noah posted this picture on his own blog the other day, announcing he was creating a limited edition Pirates of the Caribbean inspired Vinylmation. Now its official this will be part of the May 21 release!
(no picture yet released)	Artist: Julie West Edition Size: 1 Retail: $595 Julie is not scheduled to appear.

The fine print:
Limit TWO (2) items signed per Guest. We ask that you bring no personal items to be signed. Event and information are subject to cancellation or change without notice including but not limited to dates, times, artwork, release dates, and retail prices. Merchandise for signing must be purchased on the event day at the event location. Valid DisneylandÂ® Resort receipt may be required. Paid admission is required to enter Disney theme parks.

Update: 5/14/11 At Midnight @noahfineart announced that he was ALSO making a Pirate 9″ Custom (as well as the previously announced Little Mermaid custom). So now it looks like the May 21st release and signing is with Noah at Disneyland.

Update: 5/11/11 We created a new posted dedicated to all the clues that Noah hints at so this post doesn’t get to crowded with something that is just a rumor at the moment.

Vinylmation Speculation: Noah’s Pirate?

Update: 5/9/11 On the podcast (and on this post) we’ve compared this release to the release of the Noah special 9″ TRON customs. Now there’s reason to believe that he might actually be the artist of this one to. Tonight @NoahDineArt tweeted this:
Remember that the Noah TRON series had 36 individual custom 9″ figures. Each vinyl cost $595.00. Will that part stay the same too? Since the announcement at the Art of Disney blog is only for California, will this series be smaller than 36? The release date is fast approaching. I have a feeling we will find out more, really really soon.

For information about the 12 piece blind box 3″ Pirates of the Caribbean Attraction set scheduled to be released at the “beginning of July” check out our post Pirates Explained.

Update: 4/10/11 The Art of Disney blog has changed the wording of the announcement to include the words 9″ in the description of this even. (Compare this to the original announcement farther below)
This begs the questions, “Is it just one design? Is it a very limited Series like the Noah 9″ TRON figures? Is it a set of 9″?” What do you think?

4/2/11 It’s April 2nd, so this is not a April Fool’s prank.

As normal, we were clicking the links looking for Muppets 2 info on the Art of Disney Event’s page, and lo and behold, they updated it. Most of the dates in the calender are already known, but one new date stuck out. May 21st! The rumored Pirates (of the Caribbean?) set will be released that day, along with a signing of the set at the Disneyland Resort from 2-5pm. This date makes sense, as Pirates 4 On Stranger Tides opens on May 20th.

No word yet on the artist, but since it’s California it’s a possibility that the artist is Monty.

Who would you like to see in this set? Characters from the ride or the movie? Jack? Keira? Let us know in the comments!

Vinylmation Speculation: Noah’s Pirate AND Mermaid?

WDWNT on May 14, 2011

*Update:* 5/14/11 In yet another odd change of events, last night @noahfineart announced that the Little Mermaid custom was not the only one he was doing. He is also doing the Pirates 9″ custom. We haven’t seen any confirmation, but we assume that this is the 9″ Custom that will be released with a signing on May 20th. For the full pic check out this post: Yo Ho Yo Ho a May 21st Release for me!
Update: 5/11/11 Noah posted another clue on twitter. This time he says, “a girl”. Does this mean he made a custom of the famous “redhead” from the auction scene in the ride? If not, this might mean that he’s going a different direction, and it might not be pirate related at all! Any thoughts?
We decided to break all this speculation into a separate post, to keep the May 21st Pirate Custom release post. Update: 5/10/11 We are still waiting word on what Noah meant by yesterday’s tweet about a new Vinylmation release. We are speculating he is the artist behind this May 21st custom Pirates Vinylmation and a look at his blog today added more fuel to that speculation. Noah attended the May 7th Disneyland premiere of the newest Pirates movie to sign his work for guests. Noah also produced this piece of Pirates artwork:
Update: 5/9/11 On the podcast (and on this post) we’ve compared this release to the release of the Noah special 9″ TRON customs. Now there’s reason to believe that he might actually be the artist of this one to. Tonight @NoahDineArt tweeted this: Remember that the Noah TRON series had 36 individual custom 9″ figures. Each vinyl cost $595.00. Will that part stay the same too? Since the announcement at the Art of Disney blog is only for California, will this series be smaller than 36? The release date is fast approaching. I have a feeling we will find out more, really really soon.

Episode 019 Oopsy

WDWNT on April 26, 2011

Ep. 019 Oopsy

In this episode, Nick and MC review the Sea Creatures and the new mold as it looks painted. They also talk about they know about the Pirates and the 6 piece Steam Park set. A new contest is announced. And like always, the newest in news, release dates, and the Mystery Mailbag.