Mouse & Castle: A Disney Parks and Entertainment Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Riley and Aaron discuss Disney's announcement of investing $60 billion over 10 years into their parks, with $1.9 billion specifically going to Disneyland expansions.
They analyze what the investments could go towards, like potential new lands, rides, and expansions based on concepts from Disney parks overseas.
Aaron shares his experiences on new rides like Tron and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind during a recent trip to Walt Disney World.
Both discuss their favorite parts of recent trips to Epcot and Hollywood Studios, including thoughts on Journey of Water and other attractions.
They also look forward to the potential for the parks with this large investment and how Disney can stay ahead of the competition.
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In this episode, Aaron and Riley recap Aaron's recent trip to Disneyland with friends. Aaron shares his impressions of introducing first-time visitors to Disneyland and compares it to Walt Disney World. They also discuss some of the new areas like San Fransokyo in Disney California Adventure.
Next, they dive into a discussion of the Disney theatrical releases of 2023. Elemental emerges as Aaron's favorite while Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 stands out as Riley's top pick. They debate the pros and cons of various films and discuss trends in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The episode concludes with Riley plugging his Geeky Stoics project and an invitation from Aaron to check out the return of Doctor Who on Disney+. Be sure to follow Mouse and Castle on social media and check out geekystoics.com for more great Disney and philosophy content!
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[0:00:01] Aaron and Riley discuss the new live-action Little Mermaid remake starring Halle Bailey as Ariel.
[0:09:01] They talk about the new songs written for the film by Alan Menken, including Prince Eric's solo song "Wild Uncharted Waters" and King Triton's song "Impossible Child".
[0:14:11] They debate the merits of the new songs and whether they added anything meaningful to the story.
[0:18:32] They discuss the casting choices, with Riley liking Halle Bailey as Ariel and Melissa McCarthy as Ursula but Aaron feeling Javier Bardem as King Triton was a miss.
[0:22:56] They touch on the box office performance of the film and debate whether live-action remakes are suffering from oversaturation or if the pandemic has changed audience behavior.
[0:35:55] Overall, they agree the film had some creative high points but also some flaws, and Disney needs to find a balance between remakes and original stories going forward.
Summary:Intro to Episode 66. 0:01
Revenge of the Sith mems.
Intro to the episode. 1:47
Star Wars talk might sneak into this episode.
What qualifies as a Disney adult?
Aaron shares his thoughts on being considered a Disney adult.
Aaron talks about the question of whether or not he considers himself a Disney adult.
Star Wars fandom is our escape. 7:48
The podcast is representative of our Disney fandom.
Star wars and disney fanship.
The flood of clickbait articles on Disney attendance.
Disney World declining attendance this summer.
Is Disney’s declining attendance a good thing? 10:37
How Disney is becoming a luxury brand.
The cost of Disney is increasing.
Disney is in a wake-up call.
Aaron's take on Disney's financial constraints.
Inflation vs. Inflation vs inflation. 14:50
Inflation and the cost of Disney tickets today.
The value of Disney World.
Rethink ticketing across all parks.
Reduce fees for parks.
Disney Resorts to Politics. 18:09
Staying on property at Disney is expensive.
The classic Bonnet Creek.
"Maintaining the brand value of accessibility and accessibility."
The political climate at Disney.
Why Disney has a loyal fan base.
The brand value of Disney.
Disney’s recent political stances. 25:17
Disney's recent political stances and how people felt about it.
Yacht Club's theming.
Highlights of staying at the Yacht Club. 27:40
Nautical-themed, simple touches like navy blue curtains and constellations.
The highlights storm-along bay.
How Disney has cracked down on park-to-parking at its parks.
How the design of the yacht and beach clubs works together.
Renting a boat to go fishing at Disney. 33:32
Disney is repainting and doing a ton of stuff.
Fishing is the eighth level of Disney.
The Pina CoLAVA. 35:42
The raspberry puree is a tart and tangy infusion into a typically sweet drink.
The tartness of the raspberries is what makes it so refreshing. Yum
The one-night stay at the yacht club.
Paradise Pier, Disneyland.
Plugs. 42:45
s and Jedi: Fallen Order review - https://thisistheway.substack.com/
In this episode of Mouse and Castle, we dive into the world of Disney's live-action remakes, exploring the hits and misses of these modern adaptations of beloved classics. Join Riley and Aaron as we discuss the best remakes that successfully recaptured the magic, like Cinderella, and Beauty and the Beast. We'll also delve into the ones that fell short of expectations, like Dumbo and Mulan. Finally, we'll share our hopes and concerns for the future of Disney live-action remakes and upcoming projects like The Little Mermaid and Snow White!
Riley and Aaron recount their best and worst of Disney in 2022.
Movies + Disneyplus + Parks!
- We don’t talk about Chapek: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/09/business/disney-peter-rice.html?searchResultPosition=5
- https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/28/disney-board-votes-to-extend-ceo-bob-chapeks-contract-by-three-years.html
- Does Aaron have feelings about Bob 2.0?
- Riley has thoughts on Disney revenue…
- “The Parks, Experiences and Products segment reported revenue of $7.2 billion in Q1 FY 2022, rising 101.6% from the year-ago quarter. The segment posted operating income of $2.5 billion, a significant improvement from the operating loss of $119 million in Q1 FY 2021. The segment accounts for about 33% of Disney’s total revenue and about 62% of total operating income.”
- https://wdwnt.com/2022/06/adventures-by-disney-private-jet-trip-sold-out/
- Presales for the trip opened on June 20 for previous Adventures by Disney Guests who have traveled on three or more adventures, previous Adventures by Disney Guests, and on June 24 for Golden Oak residents.
- Seventy-five tickets were available for this 24 day adventure. Guests will stop at every Disney Park across the world as well as three additional landmarks: the Taj Mahal, the Pyramids of Giza, and the Eiffel Tower. The real-life Soarin’ adventure will fly out on July 9 and return on August 1.
- https://www.wate.com/news/whats-in-disneys-5000-star-wars-cocktail/
- Why Pricy Disney events are a good thing…
- https://www.polygon.com/23191458/splash-mountain-new-name-disney-world-disneyland-opening-date
- https://wdwnt.com/2022/06/breaking-walt-disney-world-cancels-brightline-high-speed-rail-station-at-disney-springs/
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Show Topics:
-Star Wars Celebration 2022 Review https://www.thepopverse.com/star-wars-celebration-2022-coverage-roundup
-Star Wars nite at Disneyland
-Rapid-fire:
-Man interrupts Disneyland Paris Proposal https://deadline.com/2022/06/disneyland-paris-employee-interrupting-theme-park-marriage-proposal-1235038476/amp/
-Live-action Pinocchio Trailer review: https://thewaltdisneycompany.com/disneys-all-new-live-action-pinocchio-to-premiere-on-disney-day/
We catch up after a long hiatus and recap some of our recent Disney trips. Includes reviews of Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, Avengers Campus, Harmonious, Disney Enchantment, and more!
Episode Notes:
- https://wdwnt.com/2021/08/disney-hotel-occupancy-rates-dropping-fast-as-guests-cancel-walt-disney-world-vacations-due-to-florida-covid-19-cases/
- Aaron’s thoughts
- https://people.com/movies/jungle-cruise-sequel-in-works-at-disney-with-dwayne-johnson-and-emily-blunt-returning-report/
- Riley’s Review
- https://wdwnt.com/2021/08/breaking-4-new-walt-disney-world-annual-pass-tiers-announced-with-pricing-available-next-month/
Most Overrated at WDW!
On this episode of Mouse & Castle...
- Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lane news. We give our thoughts. We have a lot of thoughts.
- Galactic Starcruiser prices have been announced. It is worth it? Will we go?
- We discuss our general excitement for the new things coming to Disney World including the Space 220 restaurant and the Harmonious nighttime spectacular.
On this episode of Mouse & Castle
- Evidence points to Disney World making changes to the FastPass system
- Early park entry and extended park hours for Disney Resort guests
- More Disney World resorts opening
- In-person runDisney races are returning
- Our thoughts on Luca
- Riley recaps his July 4th trip to Disney World
We welcome Bethany Blanton to the show to give us her review of Avengers Campus. We also review Cruella and discuss if the Disney experience is getting too expensive.
https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2021/06/09/disney-may-soon-charge-for-something-its-been-giving-away-decades
https://www.wdwinfo.com/walt-disney-world/boo-bash-should-cost-more-than-disney-after-hours-heres-why/
https://insidethemagic.net/2021/06/boo-bash-tickets-issues-kc1/
- Riley's review of the Disney Aulani resort in Hawaii
- Aaron tries to talk Riley out of joining Disney Vacation Club
- Some discussion around the latest Disney earnings call
- Disney Parks beginning to lift some COVID restrictions
On this episode of Mouse & Castle:
- Aaron shares why a shorter Disney trip may be better
- Aaron gives his review of the food he ate while at the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival
- We discuss the proposed expansion to the Disneyland Resort
https://mouseinfo.com/2021/03/disneylandforward-a-third-gate-theme-park-expansion-a-closer-look-at-the-concept-art/ - Disneyland to open reservations later this month!
- Tom Brady visits Disney World. Riley gives a little history of the Super Bowl/Disney connection
Topics:
Grand Floridian review
-Worth the $$? Only as a rare splurge
-Service during COVID was fine but limited, no valet parking
grounds, rooms, and views
-beautiful + convenience to Magic Kingdom
Skyliner experience
The Food
-Flame tree bbq - (mobile food ordering)
-Pulled pork sandwich 4/5
-Baked Mac and cheese 5/5
-Regal eagle smokehouse
-brisket sandwich 4/5
-Ronto wrap 5/5
-Surely Sarlacc 5/5
-Neil Patrick Harris crazy pricey tequila cocktail - 4/5 also $21
-Corn dog nuggies - 4/5
-Raya mighty mist -tasty, but ugly lol
-Cone of sweetness 3/5
-Joffrey's Mission to S’mores - a lot -3/5
New rides/experiences:
-Winnie the Pooh
-Tomorrowland Speedway
-Gorilla falls/meerkats/Doctor Dan jealousy
Disney hack!
-Budgeting for Disney - The gift card technique
-Decide what to prioritize
-Mobile ordering compatible
Show Topics/Stories
How Is The Walt Disney Company Really Doing? | the disney food blog https://buff.ly/2N1cCK1
Disney California Adventure Park to debut ticketed food and entertainment event in March; 1,000 employees to return to work https://buff.ly/37jfqZD
Top 10 Rides!!
Riley’s: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Q144H_wrc_rbymkmLdQE80uP7n-uuF6g6hZmjBzDvj4/edit#gid=0
Show Topics/Stories
Riley’s latest Disney Experience
Festival of the Arts
Castle paint job
Overall thoughts on pandemic Disney
Disneyland annual passes ripped away
https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2021-01-14/disney-annual-pass-disneyland
https://insidethemagic.net/2021/01/disneyland-annual-passholder-optimism-ba1/
Tom Holland featured in new Spider-Man attraction video
https://insidethemagic.net/2021/01/tom-holland-spider-man-ride-ba1/
Disney World ending Magical Express service and Extra Magic Hours for hotel guests
https://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/attractions/the-daily-disney/os-et-disney-ends-extra-magic-hours-magical-express-bus-20210111-n74artglrffcvkvnrh6nptx4e4-story.html
Disney Investors Call:
https://nerdist.com/article/disney-investor-day-highlights-2020-star-wars-marvel/
https://mickeyblog.com/2020/12/11/everything-we-learned-about-disney-during-investor-day/
Some highlights
hybrid live-action animated feature called Chip N’ Dale: Rescue Rangers starring John Mulaney and Andy Samberg
Live-action Lion King prequel
new live-action retelling of Pinocchio, starring Tom Hanks and directed by Robert Zemeckis. Sparkles
their first-ever animated series for Disney+: Baymax!, Zootopia+, Tiana, and Moana.
Encanto takes you to Colombia, where a magical family live in a magical home. Directed by Byron Howard and Jared Bush, co-directed and co-written by Charise Castro Smith, and music written by Lin-Manuel Miranda.
also coming in 2022: Lightyear. This movie tells the definitive story of the human Buzz Lightyear that the toy is based on. And Chris Evans is voicing Buzz.
Beauty and the Beast prequel starring Gaston. Luke Evans will return to portray Gaston with Josh Gad back as his adoring sidekick
ABC’s “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Celebration” https://buff.ly/3hw5D6r
Disney Cruise Line Reveals Never-Before-Seen Video of its Next Ship: The Disney Wish https://buff.ly/3o8zLHm
‘Ratatouille’ Fan Gets Sneak Peek of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT https://buff.ly/3rzH2lH
https://thepointsguy.com/guide/new-disney-world-attractions-2021/amp/
https://www.disneytouristblog.com/new-next-disney-world-rides/#:~:text=With%20more%20in%20the%20coming,instead%20now%20coming%20in%202021.
Aaron and Riley catch updates on the parks from the 2020 IAAPA Expo: Virtual Education Conference. Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Josh D’Amaro gave Disney fans many hopeful glimpses into attractions, as well as new Disney Park updates that we can expect in the future.
Fireworks Briefly Back at Magic Kingdom
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/11/fireworks-testing-magic-kingdom-tm1/
Disney Attraction Toys at McDonald’s
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/11/disney-world-mcdonald-happy-meal-toys-ad1/
Anticipated Park Updates
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/11/disney-park-updates-ad1/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xapQWA17vAQ&feature=youtu.be
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/11/space-220-epcot-rwb1/
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/11/ride-vehicle-spider-man-web-slingers-ad1/
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/11/cosmic-rewind-track-kc1/
Top Ten Streamed Shows on Disney+ After a Year
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/11/top-ten-shows-disney-plus-mr1/
Show Topics/Stories
Aaron’s Disney trip:
Biggest difference in the Pandemic disney?
Crowds/Wait times?
Should a family go or wait?
At Disney World, ‘Worst Fears’ About Virus Have Not Come True https://buff.ly/37LHLJ7
How does GE stand up to the kid audience
Droid building experience/Rise/Smuggler’s Run
Show Topics/Stories
Disney Lays Off 28,000, Mostly at Its 2 U.S. Theme Parks https://buff.ly/34q1g6C
Disney's Bob Iger leaves California coronavirus task force as parks remain idle https://buff.ly/2GzkT42
Disney Bristles at California Rules; Iger Quits Task Force https://buff.ly/3inmMy4
'Magical Disney experience' going away? What Disney's layoffs mean for theme park guests https://buff.ly/3juJPrZ
New Coca-Cola x Walt Disney World Resort Collection Now Available at Disney Springs https://buff.ly/34oneHq
New Experiences at Tokyo Disneyland Park Featuring New Fantasyland, Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast and More Open Today! https://buff.ly/2GxcGxi
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Show Topics/Stories
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/09/progress-star-wars-hotel-construction-rwb1/
BREAKING NEWS: Disney World’s 2020 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT Has Been Canceled https://buff.ly/2Fn6Duv
News: California Governor Says Negotiations With Theme Parks are “Open-Ended” as Orange County Moves to the Next Reopening Tier https://buff.ly/2Fewk0F
Thoughts on Mulan!
https://www.ksl.com/article/50014770/review-is-mulan-worth-the-extra-30
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/mulan-disney-plus-downloads-68-percent-weekend-194701349.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/08/world/asia/china-mulan-xinjiang.html
Topics:
You Can Only Pick One Disney Movie To Save From Each Decade https://buff.ly/3aIAAAX
Flexible Cancellation Policy Extended through December 2020 at Walt Disney World Resort https://buff.ly/2EfIwO5
What is the Fate of Epcot? https://buff.ly/2EcPinC
Photo Update: Construction begins again at Epcot https://buff.ly/3aMMkTf
Aaron and Riley break down the grim Q2 Disney earnings call
Turns Out People Don’t Want to Go to Disney World https://buff.ly/2DroCj0
Mulan’s move to Disney Plus proves how quickly the pandemic forever changed entertainment https://buff.ly/31ACIq6
Disney, Staggered by Pandemic, Sees a Streaming Boom https://buff.ly/30ETjKj
Disney to reduce theme park hours in September https://buff.ly/3kmFI2h
Riley and. Dan cover all things Galaxy's Edge, Hollywood Studios and classic Disney films!
On this episode of Mouse & Castle we welcome our guest Jenmarie to talk about her experiences at Galaxy's Edge and her love for Disney.
Check out her Twitter and Instagram. You can also check out her website Anakin and His Angel.
Riley brings in Scott and his Wife J'deane to chat talk about how Disney is attempting to operate during the pandemic.
-Policies
-Crowds
-Character Cavalcades
-New Dining policies
-The Spike in FL cases
-And more!
Show Topics/Stories
Special Guest Chris Provost of Provost Park Pass - https://www.provostparkpass.com/
First Looks at Walt Disney World's Social Distancing Measures https://buff.ly/3fa2tDk
We’re LIVE From Inside Magic Kingdom in Disney World For the First Time Since the Closures! https://buff.ly/2BMMgFO
PHOTOS! Here’s Disney World’s PINK CASTLE for the First Time!!! https://buff.ly/3iGPHyw
We Got a FIRST LOOK at Disney World’s New Character Cavalcades and Entertainment! https://buff.ly/2VVbatL
'Hamilton' Review: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Live and in Your Living Room https://buff.ly/3dRlB7V
Riley has thoughts,
Riley Has questions,
Riley has feelings.
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Notes:
New Adventures with Princess Tiana Coming to Disneyland Park and Magic Kingdom Park https://buff.ly/2B0ev3z
Exclusive: Walt Disney Imagineering’s Bob Weis Discusses Reimagining Splash Mountain for Tiana and Her Friends - D23 https://buff.ly/2NJsP2Y
Why Disneyland's Splash Mountain Redesign Should Mean An Even Bigger Change In The Park https://buff.ly/2ZoiC1s
More context: Disney Will Overhaul Controversial Splash Mountain Ride https://buff.ly/2YJotPE
The heartbreaking story behind a 'Frozen 2' character and other moments from 'Into the Unknown' https://buff.ly/2NOAL2R
Disney Plus announced ‘Summer Movie Nights’ with family-friendly movies. Here’s the full lineup https://buff.ly/3igbNYd
Episode notes:
Details Announced for New Reservation System for Theme Park Visits to Walt Disney World Resort https://buff.ly/2VbmmBU
NEWS! Disney World’s Park Pass Reservation System Is Live! We Have All the Need-to-Know Details! https://buff.ly/2zWrToE
Though the system is LIVE, quite a few readers are still having a hard time accessing the new system. You will likely be greeted with a countdown Space Mountain loading screen (that will possibly never actually count down to zero!), so be prepared to potentially wait for a while.
Reservations are made for a specific date, time, and park. You are limited to one park reservation per day, so it seems that the Park hopper service will not be in use at this time. You can see on the availability calendar that it shows “All Parks Available,” “Some Parks Available,” or “No Parks Available” for each date.
Not Having ANY Luck Making Disney World Park Pass Reservations? You’re Not the Only One! https://buff.ly/3i52HxE
Update on Seasonal Events at Walt Disney World Resort https://buff.ly/2VbNfpy
One staple of the fall season at the Walt Disney World Resort is the annual EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. Today, we’re pleased to share that not only have we cooked up a creative, modified festival experience, it will also be our longest festival yet – giving you plenty of time to enjoy “A Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival!”
This new take on the foodie festival will debut July 15 and continue through the fall, offering over 20 signature global marketplaces like Hawaii, Hops & Barley, and Islands of the Caribbean, spaced out around the park. And, if you’ve ever imagined a world where the floral fun of Flower & Garden is sprinkled in with the global goodies of Food & Wine, here’s your chance – guests will be able to see our newest topiary, Remy, in the France pavilion and find Flower & Garden merchandise. For scavenger hunt fans, Remy’s Ratatouille Hide and Squeak scavenger hunt returns. And stay tuned as Food & Wine merchandise joins the fun later on after the festival begins.
We know the popular musical acts during the “Eat to the Beat Concert Series” often pack the house and, in an effort to accommodate proper physical distancing, we will not be able to host these concerts this year. There will be plenty of music to enjoy at America Gardens Theatre with local EPCOT entertainment such as Mariachi Cobre, the JAMMitors and more. These fan favorites will spread out their performances throughout the day, giving audiences more options to enjoy them.
While assessing another fall special event, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, we determined that many of its hallmarks – stage shows, parades and fireworks – are unable to take place in this new, unprecedented environment. With that in mind, we have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Additionally, Disney H2O Glow Nights, the nighttime special ticket event at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, will not take place for the remainder of 2020. Guests who have already bought tickets to these events will be assisted with refunds over the coming weeks.
Looking ahead to the holiday season, this may spark questions about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, which includes the Candlelight Processional. We are monitoring our new environment closely, and will make a decision on these events as we continue to learn more from government and health officials. As always, our goal is to explore every option and look at ways in which we can still host events and festivals full of Disney magic, while still operating responsibly with the health and safety of our guests and cast members in mind.
Disney+
Aaron - Hamilton
Riley - Umm Artemis Fowl kinda sucked :-0
Disney World Announces Plans for Park Openings
What we know so far
Pending Orange County and state approval
Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom to begin a phased reopening to the general public on July 11, followed by EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on July 15
Attendance limits
Parades and fireworks will return at a later date
Makeover opportunities, playgrounds, and character meet and greets will remain temporarily unavailable
New theme park reservation system that will require all guests to obtain a reservation for park entry in advance
Temporarily pausing new ticket sales and Disney Resort hotel reservations
DVC members can still make reservations
Existing ticket holders and Annual Passholders will be able to make reservation requests in phases before new tickets are sold
Theme park reservations will be limited due to attendance limitations and will be subject to availability
Disney Vacation Club resorts at Walt Disney World will reopen to members and guests and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will begin to reopen on June 22
Cast members, as well as guests 3 years of age and older, will be required to wear appropriate face coverings in theme parks and common areas of resort hotels
All guests will also undergo temperature screenings prior to entering a theme park
Dining reservations currently unavailable (and other experiences like MNSSHP)
Disney+
Aaron - Nat Geo educational content
Riley - Disney's "Zenimation"
Broadway’s #Frozen Will Not Reopen and Has Played Its Final Performance https://buff.ly/2X0cmvK
Hamilton coming to Disney+ early
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/12/movies/hamilton-movie-disney-plus.html
Disney Springs
Updated! These Restaurants Will Be Reopening at Disney Springs in Disney World on May 20th https://buff.ly/2WhGWBC
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/05/disney-springs-retailers-kc1/
Disney Springs media preview
https://twitter.com/RobGuaderrama
https://insidethemagic.net/2020/05/first-look-at-disney-springs-reopening-ec1/
Disney+
Something you are watching or recently discovered
Aaron - Newsies on Broadway (and Newsies)
Riley - A Dog’s Life - Bill Farmer
Episode 035
Topics
Disney Takes a Pandemic Hit, and There’s Worse to Come https://buff.ly/2WBAYKX
“Our businesses have been hugely impacted,” the company’s C.E.O. said after quarterly profit dropped more than 90 percent. And that was for a period only partly upended by the coronavirus.
Disney did say that its newest theme park resort, Shanghai Disneyland, would reopen on May 11 with “controlled capacity,” temperature checks and everyone wearing masks. “Queues will be structured and ride vehicles will be loaded to promote social distancing,” Disney said. Mr. Chapek said that Shanghai Disneyland attracted roughly 80,000 people a day under normal conditions. For the moment, the Chinese government wants capacity capped at 24,000 a day.
“We’re actually going to open far below that,” Mr. Chapek said, “to get our training wheels on.”
Disney Parks shares proposed safety protocol for reopening, is exploring 'phased' approach https://buff.ly/35KuCNp
Disney Springs to begin phased reopening this month https://buff.ly/3frKrNr
‘National Treasure’ Series in the Works at Disney Plus https://buff.ly/3drNTG9
'Wonderful World of Disney' Movie Night Revived at ABC — See Schedule https://buff.ly/2YLdOo2
A Message about Disney Parks from Chief Medical Officer Dr. Pamela Hymel https://buff.ly/2zdtGVE
Shanghai
Opens May 11
“Guests are required to purchase admission tickets valid on a selected date only and Annual Pass holders must make a reservation prior to arrival”
Will allow up 24k a day which is 30% of normal attendance
Other Parks
Phased reopening: We’re looking at all of our locations and how best to begin the reopening process, including a gradual reopening and/or partial reopening of certain locations. For example, the opening of retail and dining locations prior to the opening of our theme parks.
Physical distancing and capacity measures: As you can imagine, managing guest density in queues, restaurants, hotels, ride vehicles and other facilities throughout the park and across the resort is a major focus, as we implement physical distancing guidelines based on guidance from health authorities, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and appropriate government agencies. This will likely include implementation of guest capacity measures to comply with state and federal guidelines. We’re also exploring ways to use technology to aid us in these efforts, like with our Play Disney Parks App and through virtual queues at Disneyland and Walt Disney World.
Cleanliness and sanitization: We’re planning increased cleaning and disinfection, determining where that should take place (for example, in high-traffic areas), and the cleaning products and processes we’ll use.
Screening and prevention support: We’ll follow guidance from the government and the medical community regarding enhanced screening procedures and prevention measures, including those related to personal protective equipment (PPE), such as face coverings. Some measures, like adding hand sanitizers and hand washing stations across our resorts, have already been implemented.
Cast training: We’re further emphasizing our strong culture of health and safety amongst our cast members, and will continue to provide new training and reinforcement as we get closer to reopening.
Disney Springs
A phased reopening of Disney Springs will begin on May 20. Following the guidance of government and health officials, a limited number of shopping and dining experiences that are owned by third-party operating participants will begin to open during this initial phase. The rest of Walt Disney World Resort will remain closed, including theme parks and resort hotels.
As we continue to monitor conditions, and with the health of guests and Disney cast members at the forefront of our planning, we are making several operational changes. Disney Springs will begin to reopen in a way that incorporates enhanced safety measures, including increased cleaning procedures, the use of appropriate face coverings by both cast members and guests, limited-contact guest services and additional safety training for cast members.
We will apply learnings and ideas from leaders in the health and travel industries, and we’re also talking to our unions as we prepare for some cast members to return to work.
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On this episode of Mouse & Castle
-Will Disney World or Disneyland Open in 2020? | The Motley Fool https://buff.ly/2VsFtIo
-Reasons to Visit Disneyland - Things You Can’t do at World
- Cars Land
- Pixar Pier
- Mission Breakout
- Park Proximity
- Magic Happens Parade
Hollywood Bowl/LA Disney tie ins * Avengers Campus (coming soon)
On this episode of Mouse & Castle
- A Goofy Movie anniversary
- We buy Disney stock
- Pandemic impact on Disney Parks (and our personal plans)
- Our Onward review
On this episode of Mouse & Castle:
- Aaron finally rode Rise of the Resistance and we give our full review
- We look at the latest news about Avengers Campus and discuss
Riley and Aaron are back!
-Riley recaps his experience at the Aladdin Broadway Tour stop in the surprisingly nice town of Greenville SC.
-What’s something we are watching on Disney+?
-Cinderella Castle getting a makeover
In this episode of Mouse & Castle Aaron talks about his incomplete Disney mug collection and the guys do a full review of Frozen II.
Samantha?
- Thoughts on the current state of Galaxy’s Edge
- Thoughts on Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
- Extra Extra Magic Hours
- Skyliner
- Wine and Dine Recap
- Food & Wine Festival/After Party
- Launch of Disney+ and our impressions
Trailer released for Dwayne Johnson’s theme park ride inspired ’Jungle Cruise’ movie https://buff.ly/31krvrQ
Disney Skyliner gondola system back up and running again https://buff.ly/2Bk01ry
Analysis | Disney spent the day reminding us of the truly bizarre films it made in the ’70s and ’80s https://buff.ly/35H6CdR
Wine and Dine Update
PHOTOS: 2019 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Merchandise... https://buff.ly/35G0aUl
Disney Gets Serious About Saving "Star Wars" Land | The Motley Fool https://buff.ly/2mFxrNn
Disney names new leadership for Disneyland and Walt Disney World https://buff.ly/2nkW4PX
Top 3 underrated Disney Experiences
Riley’s Top 3
- Swiss Family Treehouse
- Tomorrowland® Area Transit Authority
- Monster’s Laugh Floor
Aaron’s Top 3
- Disney’s Boardwalk
- Maharajah Jungle Trek
- The Seas (SeaBase)
Show Topics/Stories
- World of Avatar VS GE VS Toy Story Land!
- https://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/diningdetail.cfm?restaurant.id=704
- Disney World Has to Break Epcot Before It Can Fix It https://buff.ly/2UMtALz
- A Defense for IPCOT https://buff.ly/2I2CaRf
Disney+ News
TheMandalorian, the first live-action Star Wars series, only on #DisneyPlus. Start streaming November 12.
Lady and the Tramp, a new take on a timeless classic, only on #DisneyPlus. Start streaming November 12. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2ZDDU34gYw&t=5s
https://thedisneyblog.com/2019/08/24/live-action-disneys-lady-and-the-tramp-trailer-im-not-crying-youre-crying/
Noelle, an original film starring @AnnaKendrick47, Bill Hader, and @BillyEichner, only on #DisneyPlus. Start streaming November 12.
See the world through his eyes. The World According To Jeff Goldblum. Original Series. Streaming November 12 only on #DisneyPlus.
JUST ANNOUNCED: A brand-new Lizzie McGuire series is headed to #DisneyPlus
Almost the entire cast of the MCU will be lending their voices to the animated @MarvelStudios “What If...?” #DisneyPlus #D23Expo
.@AnthonyMackie and Sebastian Stan are here for The Falcon and The Winter Solider—and to reveal that @EmilyVanCamp will reprise her role as Sharon Carter in the series!#DisneyPlus #D23Expo
.@Kevfeige returned to reveal 3 new live-action series headed to #DisneyPlus: “Ms. Marvel”, “Moon Knight”, and “She-Hulk” #D23Expo
JUST ANNOUNCED: @KermitTheFrog and @TheMuppets are headed to #DisneyPlus in a new unscripted short-form series, “Muppets Now,” coming to the platform in 2020 #D23Expo
JUST ANNOUNCED: Hello there! Ewan McGregor will reprise his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi in an untitled series for #DisneyPlus! #D23Expo
Coming to theaters:
Here’s your first look at Emma Stone as Cruella de Vil in Disney's Cruella. The film, also starring Emma Thompson, Paul Walter Hauser, and Joel Fry, comes to theaters May 28, 2021. #D23Expo
Just Announced: @iamjamiefoxx and Tina Fey will lead the cast of #PixarSoul, coming to theaters June 19, 2020. Here’s a first look at their characters, Joe Gardner and 22, and a new piece of concept art. #D23Expo
https://variety.com/2019/film/news/disney-soul-trailer-2020-1203310868/
Just Announced: Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon, starring @cassandrasteele (Raya) and @Awkwafina (Sisu, the Last Dragon). Check out all-new concept art, and see the film in theaters November 2020. #D23Expo
https://ew.com/movies/2019/08/24/raya-last-dragon-awkwafina-disney/
Parks News
Rise of the Resistance
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/08/first-look-inside-star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance-at-star-wars-galaxys-edge/
Epcot Overhaul
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/08/new-details-revealed-for-the-historic-transformation-of-epcot-underway-at-walt-disney-world-resort/
Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway details
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/08/new-details-unveiled-for-mickey-minnies-runaway-railway-coming-to-disneyland-park-and-disneys-hollywood-studios/
Avengers Campus
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/08/details-revealed-for-avengers-campus-and-other-new-experiences-coming-to-disneyland-resort/
Galactic Starcruiser
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2019/08/star-wars-galactic-starcruiser-will-take-walt-disney-world-resort-guests-to-a-galaxy-far-far-away/
Show Topics/Stories
-Everything We're Excited for at This Year's Disney Mega Convention, the D23 Expo https://buff.ly/2PgekXU
-Report: Ewan McGregor Will Return as Obi-Wan Kenobi in His Own Disney+ Series https://buff.ly/2KD2DGA
-Top 10 Must Do's: Disney's Hollywood Studios - Main St. Insider https://buff.ly/2Mu2APA
-There's a Reason You Won't See Marvel Superheroes at Disney World https://buff.ly/2KVZEYR
-8 Hidden Gems at Disney’s Hollywood Studios https://buff.ly/2KZPeau
-Disney: High five for Rock 'n’ Roller Coaster on its 20th birthday https://buff.ly/2KVZFfn
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Is Disneyland a ghost town? Is Galaxy's Edge a flop??? Riley heads all the way to Anaheim to find out for YOU.
Also, we review Lion King two weeks late.
On this episode of Mouse & Castle:
- Disney's Mulan - Official Teaser https://buff.ly/2S0Lskv
- Timing for Opening of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Announced | Disney Parks Blog https://buff.ly/32o8l68
- Lin-Manuel Miranda Working on New 'Little Mermaid' Music With Alan Menken https://buff.ly/2LZd1JF
- Disney Finds 'Little Mermaid' Star in Singer Halle Bailey https://buff.ly/2FQ61Lu
On this episode of Mouse & Castle:
- Our full Toy Story 4 review.
- Thoughts on people stealing and selling items from Galaxy's Edge.
- Live action Little Mermaid casting rumors.
Episode 020
- Riley and Aaron went to GE!!! Our Galaxy's Edge Review - The Checklist.
- Questions from Insta
Topics
We have a newsletter! http://bit.ly/mouseandcastle
Weekly Top story with Aaron’s and Riley’s Take + a personalized News roundup
Revisiting Aladdin
"Aladdin" Is No "Avengers" -- but It's Everything Disney Could Have Wished For -- The Motley Fool https://buff.ly/2WFyv0c
Aaron’s Must see at GE this weekend,
Frozen II is Disney’s newest addition to its long history of dark fairytales https://buff.ly/2WDO9c5
Topics:
We have a newsletter! http://bit.ly/mouseandcastle
Weekly Top story with Aaron’s and Riley’s Take + a personalized News roundup
Walt Family Museum clip: https://youtu.be/iF8CZjmXOoY?t=309
Guest curated by legendary animator Andreas Deja, in collaboration with co-curator Michael Labrie, Mickey Mouse: From Walt to the World features more than 400 objects, including rare and never-before-seen original sketches, character model sheets, and concept artwork, together with nostalgic merchandise, vintage photographs, and a variety of Mickey’s earliest and most recent animated short films. The exhibition is a testament to Mickey’s transcendent influence, from cartoons and comic books to real-life appearances at Disney Parks worldwide.
Aaron reviews Aladdin:
(Willy sings clip https://youtu.be/ceSt3bYwP0A?t=21 )
Disney's "Aladdin" tops weekend box office making over $200 million worldwide https://buff.ly/2EFZoe3
Disney reveals Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge guide map and adds new land to Disneyland app https://buff.ly/2EFZouz
We have a newsletter! http://bit.ly/mouseandcastle
It's a weekly top story with Aaron’s and Riley’s take + a personalized news roundup
Disney Previews the John Williams Music for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge with New Symphonic Suite https://buff.ly/2VjTHwT
Extra, Extra Magic Hours Coming to Walt Disney World This Fall, Including Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge https://buff.ly/2Yb456R
Disney Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary Celebration
https://youtu.be/CmdF8ZjqGkM?t=1665
Disney+
https://variety.com/2019/digital/news/disney-netflix-streaming-content-comparison-1203193967/
In the first year of launch, Disney+ will include 7,500 episodes of current and past TV shows and 500 movies, according to Disney. That represents just 16% of Netflix’s U.S. catalog of 47,000 TV episodes and 12.5% of the Netflix movie library of 4,000 titles, Ampere Analysis estimates.
Starts Nov 12th. $6.99 a month or $70 a year
Galaxy’s Edge
https://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/star-wars-galaxys-edge-music-news-plus-frank-oz-back-as-yoda-and-paul-reubens-returns-as-rex/?fbclid=IwAR1x7xW-8Sdig9MOHv3IJRmP0Hyli3-dnVG7x8A8pIpFwZPwTbacJMlPJMo
https://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/disney-unveils-merchandise-coming-to-star-wars-galaxys-edge-during-star-wars-celebration/
Reservations opening online on May 2nd. 4-hour time slots. Hotel reservations come with a time slot.
https://www.starwars.com/news/reservations-to-visit-star-wars-galaxys-edge?fbclid=IwAR395A1AagDqqwuNjiBqkyJRzLoRDpVW_b7wuNN9vzqFAoRWv6WEoKOfLDc
New version of Rivers of Light
https://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/disneys-animal-kingdom-to-introduce-rivers-of-light-we-are-one-this-summer/?fbclid=IwAR2x3-lTyXgchHeYLqWrVuTNw72oTBqnXv-XHo-_fjo8tVlztDlSZGCKTNs
Details on the skyliner gondola system
https://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/walt-disney-world-gives-update-on-skyliner-gondola-system/?fbclid=IwAR03bgNO1fmzR_uc2MW_s3dFkYxIGMvz8xwLNgSNBOgLV6D8EI3at0x3TpA
In this episode of Mouse & Castle:
- Riley's non-spoiler review of Dumbo
- Our reactions to the Aladdin full trailer
- Ralph Breaks the Internet AR experience
- Galaxy's Edge travel plans
- RunDisney details
On this episode of Mouse and Castle:
-Star Wars Galaxy's Edge - Gallery https://buff.ly/2T3i9MO
-Disney Reveals More Concept Art for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Shops and Restaurants https://buff.ly/2XXOQ1M
-Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Controlled Chaos or Anarchy? https://buff.ly/2SYqLUZ
-Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Open May 31 at Disneyland Resort, August 29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios | Disney Parks Blog https://buff.ly/2VI93H8
On this episode of Mouse and Castle:
- New play pavilion and park entrance changes coming to Epcot.
- Tons of new details about Galaxy's Edge including ride specifics, food items, and merchandise.
- Interview with Entertainment Weekly's Anthony Breznican who took part in the media preview of Galaxy's Edge.
Topics
Catch up with Riley’s (and Aaron’s) Disney Catch up
-Lady and the Tramp
-Bolt
'Aladdin' trailer has people talking https://buff.ly/2tqZNLx
The 'Frozen 2' Trailer Broke This Record For Most Views In The First 24 Hours https://buff.ly/2Nfo1RY
Netflix Cuts Ties to Marvel Television, Cancels 'The Punisher' and 'Jessica Jones' https://buff.ly/2tqZHn9
'Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration' Exhibit Coming to Downtown Disney https://buff.ly/2tvc0yK
Attention Florida Residents: Discover Disney Tickets are Back! | Disney Parks Blog https://buff.ly/2Ipzjo3
Episode links:
Disney movie Super Bowl ads
https://insidethemagic.net/2019/02/disney-super-bowl-ads-ba1/
Marvel themed medals for virtual run series
https://insidethemagic.net/2019/02/rundisney-virtual-marvel-ba1/
New aerial photos of Galaxy’s Edge
https://insidethemagic.net/2019/01/millennium-falcon-hollywood-studios-ba1/
Sneak Peek of Galaxy’s Edge
https://www.barrons.com/articles/heres-a-sneak-peek-of-disneylands-new-star-wars-attraction-51546513200
Zootopia Land coming to Shanghai Disney
https://www.disneytouristblog.com/zootopia-land-announced/
The Rumor Queue: Full details on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance ride https://buff.ly/2D9PvFf
On this episode of Mouse & Castle:
- Quick thoughts on Ralph Breaks the Internet
- Our review of Mary Poppins Returns
- New stuff at Disney World and what's coming soon
- Price increases at Disneyland
In this episode of Mouse & Castle..
- Riley's Disney movie catch-up including Tangled and Big Hero 6
- Lion King trailer and original animated films vs live-action
- Aladdin preview images and the challenges the movie faces
- Mary Poppins Returns in theaters and getting great reviews.
- Financial success of Disney movies in 2018
- On location recording from Disneyland
Wine and Dine!!!!
Catch up with Riley’s Disney Catch up
-Pocahontas
Recap Aaron’s trip to Wine and Dine Half
Toy Story 4 teaser and synopsis
New images from Mary Poppins Returns
https://insidethemagic.net/2018/11/new-images-from-mary-poppins-returns-disney/
“Ralph Breaks VR” at The VOID at Downtown Disney, Disney Springs
https://insidethemagic.net/2018/11/ba1-ralph-breaks-vr-at-the-void/
- Riley brings on our first guest Leslie, and we discuss some of the movies he's been catching up on. We give thoughts on Lilo & Stitch, Tarzan, Hercules, and Nightmare Before Christmas.
- The Rock's Jungle Cruise movie gets pushed back and Johnny Depp is out for the future of the Pirates franchise. And who's movie career has generated the most money? You may be surprised by the answer.
- Disney announced plans for a new nature themed resort at Walt Disney World. Will this one make it to completion?
Topics:
Riley’s Trip to Disneyland
Aladdin Teaser and Poster
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9g5knnlF7Zo
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/aladdin-will-smith-unveils-first-poster-1151335
“Aladdin” is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future. Directed by Guy Ritchie, who brings his singular flair for fast-paced, visceral action to the fictitious port city of Agrabah, the film is written by John August and Ritchie based on Disney’s “Aladdin.”
“Aladdin” stars Will Smith as the larger-than-life Genie; Mena Massoud as the charming scoundrel Aladdin; Naomi Scott as Jasmine, the beautiful, self-determined princess; Marwan Kenzari as Jafar, the powerful sorcerer; Navid Negahban as the Sultan concerned with his daughter’s future; Nasim Pedrad as Dalia, Princess Jasmine’s free-spirited best friend and confidante; Billy Magnussen as the handsome and arrogant suitor Prince Anders; and Numan Acar as Hakim, Jafar’s right-hand man and captain of the palace guards. The film is produced by Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich with Marc Platt and Kevin De La Noy serving as executive producers. Alan Menken provides the score, which includes new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and lyricists Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and two new songs written by Menken and songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.The film, which was shot on practical stages in London and on location amidst the stunning desert vistas of Jordan, has a talented creative team helping to bring Agrabah to life, including: director of photography Alan Stewart, production designer Gemma Jackson and costume designer Michael Wilkinson.
Live Action Lilo & Stitch
https://insidethemagic.net/2018/10/lilo-stitch-live-action-remake-disney/
It is unclear whether the new project, which is intended to be a live-action/CG hybrid, is intended for theatrical release or for Disney's streaming service that is set to launch in 2019.
The studio has hired up-and-comer Mike Van Waes to pen the script for the remake, which will be produced by Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich of Rideback, formerly known as Lin Pictures. The two are already known in the Disney halls as they are working on the high-profile live-action remake of Aladdin.
On this week's podcast:
We are going to NYCC (recap)
-Ralph Breaks the Internet panel
-We’ll have pins
-Look for our t-shirts
New Wreck-It Ralph Trailer
-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T73h5bmD8Dc
Disney Marathon Medals
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2018/09/rundisney-medal-reveal-2019-walt-disney-world-marathon-weekend/
Disney World’s New Pricing System Could Save You Money — or Cost You a Ton
https://buff.ly/2N9y1L2
New show to replace Illuminations
https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2018/09/all-new-nighttime-fireworks-spectacular-to-replace-illuminations-reflections-of-earth-as-part-of-the-transformation-of-epcot/
On this week's podcast:
Ralph Breaks the Internet panel at New York Comic Con.
The Nutcracker and the Four Realms final trailer.
Mickey's Not so Scary Halloween Party.
The 25 best things to eat at Epcot's Food & Wine Festival.
WonderFall flavors at Disney Springs.
On this week's podcast:
JUNGLE CRUISE Official Teaser Trailer (2019) Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt Disney Movie https://buff.ly/2MbyNvf
Watch: Dwayne Johnson Shows off the Impressive 'Jungle Cruise' Set in New Video https://buff.ly/2w5gooR
'Mulan' First Look Shows Disney's Live-Action Princess Is Ready For Battle https://buff.ly/2MbyOPP
Disney’s Streaming Service Starts to Come Into Focus https://buff.ly/2OeiSZH
“Christopher Robin,” Reviewed: Disney’s Pleasantly Abrasive New Spin on Winnie-the-Pooh https://buff.ly/2vVkYGt
How 'Christopher Robin' Highlights the Tragedy of Growing Up https://buff.ly/2Mlcoe8
It's everything you need to know about Star Wars Galaxy's Edge in the debut episode of Mouse and Castle.