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Disney Musicals facing a revival?

Disney and musicals, could there be a more natural match? How about if you throw in Hugh Jackman (Wolverine in the Xmen films), does it seem less natural to you? The Mouse House, which for years was know for its on screen family fare musicals (Summer Magic, Mary Poppins) and has recently been doing pretty… Read More »Disney Musicals facing a revival?

A long run to Disney World

Right after halfway ("gonna make it," I remember telling myself), the course wound its way along a really foggy access road with no spectators or volunteers in sight! This is surreal, I was thinking; this is Walt Disney World and I have it all to myself! Kevin writes about his journey along the route of… Read More »A long run to Disney World

Airline Shakeout could make Disney Vacation more affordable

The coming shakeout in the Airline industry should mean lower vacation costs for America’s families. That’s the message of this article from the Christian Science Monitor. Already a coast to coast flight can be had for as little as $180.00 with 14 days advance purchase. A close reading of the situation leaves me with a few concerns, however.

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Shave and a Haircut…

If you ever make it to The Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort you must make plans to get your hair coiffed at the Harmony Barbershop in Town Square. Be prepared to have the pixie dust fly. If you recognize the face on the left it’s Michael Rosenbaum. Rosenbaum who plays the bald… Read More »Shave and a Haircut…

ESPN News

Been a bit since I heard anything regarding ABC, ESPN and the NFL. Last we knew they were holding off on further negotiations until after the playoffs. Well today USAToday has a short article on the progress. The gist of the matter is the ESPN deal for Sunday Night Football is close, but that ABC… Read More »ESPN News

It’s Been A While

It’s been a while since we visited with MKT and his WDW photos. Most recently he’s posted a bunch of construction photos showing the progress of Animal Kingdom’s Mount Everest as of January 7th, 2005. They’ve done a lot more work since I was there in November. Even the shop and queue area is starting… Read More »It’s Been A While

New Disney World Watchgroup

A new website has sprung up with the goal of turning back the tide on what it sees as a tsunami of disastrous decisions by Walt Disney World Resort management. D-Troops aims to: protect and promote true Disney magic, … in short, it [the disney company] must seek to enrich the lives of park guests… Read More »New Disney World Watchgroup

New Contract for Disney World performers

Backstage News reports that the equity performers at Disney World have agreed to a new contract with the mouse. Actors’ Equity Association represents about 400 stage performers at the parks. While details are sketchy, it looks like a good deal for the usually underpaid performers.