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Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s eagerly anticipated Australian production of MARY POPPINSpremiered Thursday evening, July 29 at Her Majesty’s Theatre. The Melbourne engagement is a homecoming for the beloved character. MARY POPPINS was born in the pen of author P.L. Travers, who herself was born in Maryborough, Queensland, and was an actor and journalist in Sydney before moving to London.  The first Mary Poppins book was published in 1934 and the enduring story of the ‘practically perfect nanny’ has enchanted readers ever since.
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During the height of the summer travel season, AAA is offering visitors to AAA.com and other web sites an opportunity to win a fabulous five-day AAA Vacations® package at Walt Disney World in Florida or the Disneyland Resort inCalifornia. The grand prize includes accommodations, four 5-Day Disney Theme Park tickets, a$1,000 Gift Card from AAA and roundtrip airfare for four.  
The sweepstakes, sponsored by AAA Travel, running now through August 31, features other prizes including weekly drawings for prizes such as a new or renewal one year AAA membership or two 2-Day Walt Disney World® Resort Magic Your Way Theme Park tickets with Park Hopper option.  
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The Disney Blog author John Frost is longtime friend of LaughingPlace.com and in our site's early days he shared heartfelt stories based on his personal experiences at Disneyland now he is working to bring these stories together in “Dispatch from Disneyland: The Fireworks Spot and other tales”. 
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Sundance Theater in Madison WI is screening the acclaimed documentary 'Waking Sleeping Beauty' through August 5th. You can catch the documentary in New York August 3 and in Houston on August 4.
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New Character play and greet with Rapunzel and Flynn Rider begins Oct 15 in the Magic Kingdom's Fairytale Garden currently the home of 'Storytime with Belle' which will have its final presentation Sept 12.
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In her report about the Magic Kingdom barber shop Kristin Ford reports Main Street USA's Harmony Shop encourages reservations and can be booked up to 180 days in advance by calling 407-939-3463. Payment or credit card guarantee is required at the time of booking, and there is a one-day $10 cancellation policy.
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Deadline posts a letter sent by former ABC exec Steve McPherson's lawyer to The Hollywood Reporter demanding 'apology and retraction' Deadline goes on to report that their sources indicate his resignation was voluntary.
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Denny Newell, senior show director and creator of Celebrate! A Street Party takes us behind the scenes offering a peek at the performers' physical conditioning routine.
From 7a - 9a Disney's Vero Beach will be the site of sea turtle release as part of the Sea Turtle Conservancy's Tour de Turtles. The event follows the marathon migration of endangered sea turtles as they travel from their nesting beaches to their foraging grounds. Visit the official site for more information including the 1p webcast on Sunday, August 1st of the Tour de Turtles with an opportunity to submit questions.
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Author Tom Davenport is developing a book about how 'organizations — rather than individuals — build their capacity for good judgment and decision making' As part of the book's development he posted an essay on the successful decision making process at Pixar. (via @DisneyInstitute)
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'King Bob's' Save PI blog posted a huge rumor last night--new AK land with a relocated Adventurers Club. Anyone heard any other details on this?
Seems an odd fit to me. AK prides itself on realism, and the Club is more Jungle Cruise than Hamarabe. In addition, AK is pretty 'tree huggy'--don't see a club of big game hunters and fishermen fitting that theme. But curious what the plan is, even if it's only blue sky.
From the Disney Parks Blog:
'Before we dive into the weekend, there are a few quick updates to share out of Magic Kingdom Park to end the week. First is a new character experience a play and greet with characters Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder at the parks Fairytale Garden. Beginning Friday, October 15, youll be able to interact with both of the stars from the upcoming Disney film Tangled.
The Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder experience will replace the current show, Storytime with Belle at Fairytale Garden. The final Storytime with Belle show will be September 12.'
http://disneyparks.disney.go.c...om-park/
This topic is for Discussion of Latest: BostonHerald: Aswad dons mouse ears with cheer
The Boston Herald posts a brief interview with Stacey J. Aswad, the host of Walt Disney World’s in-room resort channel.  (via The Disney Obsession)
Sorry Mickey.
Sorry Mickey.
Sorry Mickey.
ORDDU: With all the new information coming forth all over the place about Disney's next animated film--Tangled a.k.a. Rapunzel--there are mixed reactions about various aspects of the film. But one item that this coven of witches finds most intriguging in a certain little pub that is featured in the motion picture.
ORWEN: She's talking about a quaint little place built into the side of a large tree that they call the Snuggly Duckling. Just one look at the place makes you want to hang out there for a nice drink while smoozing with your best friends.
ORDDU: So, we'd like to propose the idea--right here and now--that Disney management forget about Pixie Hollow and build a Snuggly Duckling pub in the midst of the Magic Kingdom's newly expanded Fantasyland. We believe it would be much more inviting and appealing.
ORWEN: It wouldn't have to be a full fledged restaurant like the one they're planning for Beauty & the Beast. It could just be a place to serve non-alcoholic drinks and chips!
ORGOCH: Well, now ya just lost me! I was all ready ta give ya my vote 'til ya went 'n said 'non-alcoholic'!! Could a been the first place at the Tragic Kingdom where a cauldron carryin' witch might FIN'LY be able ta whet her thirst with a decent drink, fer a change!
ORWEN: Like as if you didn't already know they don't allow hard liquor--or witches brew--inside he Magic Kingdom, you tiresome old biddy!
ORGOCH: Yeah, well they's under new managment now, ain't they? If a couple a loony birds can take the Tiki Room hostage, why cain't Rapurplepunzel take over the kind a drinks we gits at the Kingdom? (I'll just bet ol' Skin Flint Ryder would support me on this!!!)
Yeah...Not really surprised, are you?
From the Blog:
'Just as scores of you had hoped were leaving the lights on and extending Disneys Main Street Electrical Parade at Walt Disney World. By popular demand, the parade at Magic Kingdom Park will continue an open-ended run when Summer Nightastic! ends on August 14.
Its probably no surprise to hear that the parade has been one of our highest rated entertainment experiences at Magic Kingdom Park since returning in early June. Its been an overwhelming success, according to Park Vice President Phil Holmes. And now, youll be able to continue cheering and humming Baroque Hoedown.
Of course, new elements of Disneys Main Street Electrical Parade will continue during the encore phase of the run. Those include:
Tinker Bell leads the eye-filling procession, waving from the basket of a balloon floating gracefully above a magical garden shimmering in fairy light.
Pinocchio and the boys from the classic films Pleasure Island sequence join the parade, and Snow White joins the Seven Dwarfs on a diamond mine float.
There are new lighting effects, and the parades highly recognizable musical theme is brightened by new technology.
Will you take advantage of the extended run? Let us know in the comments.'
http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/
I guess I'm happy about this, I really prefer it over Spectro, but it kind of takes away from the allure that Nightastic had. I wonder if we will have one next year....?
This topic is for Discussion of Latest: Video: Beverly Taste Tests at Epcot
The Official Disney Parks Blog has posted a video of guests trying Beverly at Epcot's Club Cool. If you've tried it, you know this is worth watching...
 
I love Beverly.
So the Princess m&g's will be homeless for a while once their tent is torn down. People on various sites have been trying to guess where they will be placed, thanks to a poster and his misunderstood 'candy store' analogies. He said it would be repurposed once princess-free, and that it might be controversial. Snow White's Scary Adventures has become a popular theory. Thoughts? Salt?
by the way, I'm new, so hi!
This topic is for Discussion of Latest: Walt Disney World 2010 Holiday Festivities
Press release announcing what's in store for the 2010 holiday season all around Walt Disney World.
No mention of LoW. Are they serious!?
Can anyone tell me where I can find out the firework schedule I have looked but cannot find they have changed the site from what I was used to, I can find park hours but not entertainment schedule. Also can anyone tell me the price of Pirates & pals adventure, it sounds brilliant but it depends on the firework schedule obviously, would love to take some first timers on it but we only have a 2 night slot available where our holidays overlap. I don't want to get their hopes up if the fireworks don't go on those nights.
Many thanks for your help guys and gals :-)
Hi, I am going to WDW the first week of December and I have some questions!
Has anyone used mousesavers.com? Is it a reliable site? Is the ticket broker Undercover Tourist, that mousesaver.com promotes, the real deal?
We are staying at one of the All-star resorts. How are the buses from there? How long should I allow for travel to the parks?
How busy are the parks that week? Are the lines short?
Finally, are there any restaurants comparable to the Blue Bayou?
Thanks so much!
Oh, P.S. We have relatives in Florida who want to buy us tickets, but I have been reading that Disney really checks to make sure everyone who have a Florida resident ticket is actually a Florida resident. Is that correct?
Sorry if this is posted elsewhere! I am planning a trip to WDW for the 1st time and I am curious if any of the parades/shows/fireworks have any reserved/preferred seating like Fantasmic does at DL.
Thanks!
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